Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

Branch Manager leading Wells Fargo branch teams across Peninsula-area California locations. Driving customer relationships, banking sales growth, coaching, and operational risk management.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeMountain View • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $38 - $67 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in driving sales growth and managing branch performance while ensuring compliance with banking regulations. Capable of developing high-performing teams and delivering tailored financial solutions to meet customer needs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

5+ Years Banking Experience2+ Years Leadership ExperienceSAFE RegistrationBranch Manager Readiness ProgramKnowledge of Banking Regulations

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Hard Skills

Sales GrowthPerformance AnalysisCoaching and DevelopmentCustomer Relationship ManagementOperational Risk ManagementCompliance ControlsLoan Originator RequirementsDigital Banking EducationFinancial Solutions DeliveryTalent Decision Making

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentCritical ThinkingCustomer-Focused Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

BankingFinancial ServicesBranch NetworkLoss PreventionOperational Risk ManagementAffluent Customer SegmentsHigh Net Worth CustomersBusiness BankingWealth ManagementCompliance Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the sales leader of the branch, 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 observation, feedback, reporting, and follow-up to improve banker productivity and team performance
Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending sales partners
Educate customers about digital banking options
Balance growth objectives with operational risk management, compliance, loss prevention, and customer protection
Resolve issues, make talent decisions, and model risk-aware behaviors
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 work a schedule that includes Saturdays
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time in the assigned geography during the first 6 months and before branch placement
SAFE registration required at the time of employment
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements
Compliance with Wells Fargo standards related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
Successful completion of the Branch Manager Readiness Program is required for transition into the Branch Manager position, unless currently serving as a Wells Fargo Branch Manager
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
Independent judgment and critical thinking skills
Experience managing and coaching across affluent, high net worth, and business customer segments
Knowledge of banking laws, regulations, compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for dependent children
Adoption reimbursement
Incentive opportunities may be available