Branch Manager

Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo branch manager leading banking sales, customer relationships, and team development. Managing branch performance, digital adoption, operational soundness, and customer risk.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeAlbuquerque • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in banking sales, with a focus on customer relationship management, team development, and operational risk management. Proficient in analyzing performance metrics and delivering tailored financial solutions to diverse customer segments.

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Branch Sales LeadershipCustomer Relationship ManagementTeam DevelopmentOperational Risk ManagementSAFE Registration

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Hard Skills

Banking Laws and RegulationsPerformance AnalysisDigital Banking SolutionsLoan Originator ComplianceFinancial Services Experience

Soft Skills

CoachingProblem SolvingCommunicationTalent Decision Making

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFE RegistrationBranch Manager Readiness Program

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesBranch NetworkOperational Risk ManagementLoss PreventionCustomer Segments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the branch sales leader
Acquire, deepen, and retain customer relationships across 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 and demonstrate digital banking options
Expand primary bank relationships and wallet share
Balance growth objectives with operational risk management
Resolve issues, make talent decisions, and model behaviors that protect customers, employees, and the company
Participate in the Branch Manager Readiness Program before placement into a Branch Manager position

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
Successful completion of the Branch Manager Readiness Program is required to transition into a Branch Manager position
SAFE registration required at the time of employment
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo policies
Must meet standards related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background
Position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention
Ability to hire, coach, and develop sales professionals and direct reports
Ability to analyze performance and execute action plans
Ability to manage affluent, high net worth, and business customer segments
Ability to educate customers about digital banking solutions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits
Competitive compensation
Programs designed to support work-life balance and well-being
Community involvement recognition
Growth and career development opportunities
Branch Manager Readiness Program with guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning opportunities
Structured and supportive leadership transition program