Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

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

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeJacksonville • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in branch sales leadership, customer relationship management, and team development while ensuring compliance with financial regulations and operational standards. Proficient in analyzing performance metrics to drive growth in banking products and services.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Branch Sales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementTeam DevelopmentFinancial Services ExperienceSAFE Registration

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Hard Skills

Banking ExperienceFinancial ServicesLendingCredit Card ManagementInvestment SolutionsPerformance ManagementCoachingOperational SoundnessRisk ManagementLoan Originator Requirements

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingCommunicationProblem-SolvingCustomer Education

Tools & Technologies

Digital Banking OptionsReporting Analysis

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

Branch NetworkWealth ManagementBusiness BankingHome LendingFinancial Responsibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the branch sales leader, acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships
Drive growth in primary 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 partners
Educate customers about digital banking options
Analyze reporting and employee observations to identify strengths and opportunities
Manage growth, operational soundness, talent decisions, risk, and issue resolution
Complete the Branch Manager Readiness Program before transitioning into a 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 work a schedule that includes Saturdays
Ability to travel in assigned geography up to 50% of the time during the first 6 months and before placement in a specific branch, depending on location
SAFE registration required at the time of employment; Wells Fargo initiates the process after start date
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements
Must comply with Wells Fargo policies regarding financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
Credit report may be reviewed and additional ongoing screening may apply
Position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits
Competitive compensation
Programs designed to support work-life balance and well-being
Community investment recognition
Career growth and development opportunities
Branch Manager Readiness Program with guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning opportunities
Equal opportunity and disability accommodation support