Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

. Serve as the branch sales leader, acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in driving sales growth and developing high-performing teams within the banking sector. Proficient in analyzing performance metrics, managing customer relationships, and delivering tailored financial solutions while ensuring compliance with banking regulations.

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Branch Sales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementPerformance CoachingBanking Regulations KnowledgeSAFE Registration

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Hard Skills

Sales Growth StrategiesFinancial AnalysisRisk ManagementDigital Banking SolutionsOperational Soundness

Soft Skills

Coaching and DevelopmentTime ManagementCustomer FocusTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

BankingFinancial ServicesBranch NetworkCompliance ControlsLoan Originator Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the branch sales leader, acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships
Drive growth in checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing branch team
Establish expectations and manage performance through targeted coaching
Identify customer financial needs and deliver tailored consumer and business solutions
Use branch manager routines, observation, feedback, and follow-up to improve capability and productivity
Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending sales teams
Educate customers about digital banking options
Use reporting and employee observations to identify strengths and opportunities
Improve team performance and expand primary bank relationships and wallet share
Balance growth objectives with operational soundness, talent decisions, and risk management
Complete the Branch Manager Readiness Program before transitioning into the Branch Manager position, unless already serving as a Wells Fargo Branch Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of banking, financial services, or Branch Network experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
2+ years of leadership experience
Ability to hire, coach, and develop sales professionals and direct reports
Ability to lead a customer-focused sales culture and drive measurable growth
Ability to analyze performance and execute action plans
Ability to manage time, prioritize, and delegate tasks in a complex, fast-paced environment
Success managing and coaching across affluent, high net worth, and business customer segments
Ability to connect customers to technology and articulate digital banking solutions
Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention
Ability to work a schedule that includes Saturdays
Ability to travel in the assigned geography up to 50% of the time during the first 6 months and before placement in a specific branch
SAFE registration required at the time of employment
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo policies concerning financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
Position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits
Competitive compensation
Work-life balance and well-being programs
Community involvement opportunities
Career growth and development opportunities
Branch Manager Readiness Program with guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning opportunities