Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo branch manager leading banking sales, customer relationships, and team performance. Driving deposits, lending, investments, digital adoption, and operational risk management.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeWest Covina • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $38 - $67 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading branch operations, driving sales growth, and developing high-performing teams while ensuring compliance with banking regulations and delivering exceptional customer service.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Branch Management ExperienceSales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementCompliance KnowledgeCoaching and Development

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Banking Laws and RegulationsPerformance AnalysisRisk ManagementLoan OriginationDigital Banking Technology

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingIndependent JudgmentCoaching SkillsCustomer FocusTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Digital Banking PlatformsReporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE Registration

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesBranch NetworkOperational Risk ManagementCustomer SegmentationWealth Management

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 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
Improve team performance, primary bank relationships, and wallet share
Balance growth, operational soundness, talent decisions, and risk management
Resolve issues and model behaviors that protect customers, employees, and the company
Complete the Branch Manager Readiness Program, including mentorship, job shadowing, and practical branch-operations learning, unless currently 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 prior to or until placement in a specific branch, depending on location
SAFE registration required at the time of employment
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements
Compliance with Wells Fargo policies and standards related to 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
Proven 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
Success managing and coaching across affluent, high net worth, and business customer segments
Ability to lead teams in influencing, educating, and connecting customers to digital banking technology
Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention

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