Job Description
Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo we're more than a financial services leader - we're a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation empowering communities and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job - it's about finding all of the elements to help you thrive in one place. Living the Well Life means you're supported in life not just work. It means having robust benefits competitive compensation and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being. You'll be rewarded for investing in your community celebrated for being your authentic self and empowered to grow. And we're recognized for it - Wells Fargo once again ranked in the top three - making us the #1 financial services employer - on the 2026 LinkedIn Top Companies list of best workplaces "to grow your career" in the U.S. Join us!
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking accomplished people-focused leaders interested in a Branch Manager career within the National Branch Network. This opportunity is designed for experienced managers who bring a strong foundation in branch leadership and are looking to apply their expertise within the Wells Fargo environment.
As a Branch Manager you will serve as the sales leader of the branch accountable for acquiring deepening and retaining customer relationships to drive consistent growth in primary checking deposits lending credit cards and investments through disciplined execution strong coaching and effective performance management. You will lead coach and develop a team to consistently execute behaviors and improve banker productivity. You will foster an engaged accountable culture focused on uncovering customer financial needs and recommending Wells Fargo solutions that deepen relationships and drive long-term value. You will balance growth objectives with strong operational risk management to protect customers employees and the company.
Your onboarding starts with participation in the Branch Manager Readiness Program which is intended to offer a structured and supportive transition into leadership at Wells Fargo. Participants gain hands-on experience through guidance mentorship job shadowing and practical learning opportunities in day-to-day branch operations. The program provides foundational knowledge real-world practice and leadership readiness needed to effectively lead a team and make an impact from day one. Successful completion of the Branch Manager Readiness program is required to transition into a Branch Manager position. Branch assignment is based on business need and branch availability at the time of placement. While in training this position is an interim nonexempt role. Employees currently serving in a Branch Manager role at Wells Fargo are not required to complete the program.
In this role you will:
- Provide strong inclusive leadership to build and retain a high-performing team establishing clear expectations and managing performance through targeted coaching to deliver sales service and operational excellence
- Lead a branch team to proactively identify customer financial needs and deliver tailored consumer and business solutions that drive both customer value and business outcomes
- Use branch manager routines to build individual capability confidence and productivity delivering consistent high-impact coaching through observation feedback and follow-up while holding the team accountable to behaviors and outcomes aligned to Wells Fargo priorities
- Partner closely with internal sales partners to provide customers a comprehensive coordinated Wells Fargo experience across Wealth & Investment Management Business Banking and Home Lending to maximize relationship depth customer value and branch performance
- Identify opportunities for making banking easier for customers through education and demonstration of available digital options
- Leverage reporting and employee observations to gain insight into strengths and opportunities taking decisive action to improve team performance and expand primary bank relationships and wallet share
- Demonstrate ownership by balancing growth operational soundness and talent decisions while proactively managing risk resolving issues and modeling behaviors that protect customers employees and the company
- 5+ years of banking financial services or Branch Network experience or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience training military experience education
- 2+ years of leadership experience
- Proven ability to hire coach and develop sales professionals and direct reports fostering a culture of accountability collaboration adaptability and high performance
- Demonstrated ability to lead a customer-focused sales culture driving measurable growth through coaching accountability disciplined execution and taking ownership of performance outcomes talent decisions and risk management
- Ability to analyze performance identify strengths and opportunities and execute action plans that enable the team to achieve business objectives
- Exercise independent judgement and critical thinking skills to manage time prioritize and delegate tasks in a complex fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated success managing and coaching across affluent high net worth and business customer segments by identifying complex financial needs and building strong relationships with customers internal partners and community stakeholders
- Ability to lead teams in influencing educating and connecting customers to technology articulating the value of digital banking solutions to enhance customer experience
- Knowledge of banking laws and regulations including compliance controls operational risk management and loss prevention with the ability to model and reinforce behaviors that protect customers employees and the company
- 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 up until placement in a specific branch) depending on location
- SAFE registration is required at the time of employment and Wells Fargo will initiate the process after your start date. Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements and comply with Wells Fargo policies including standards related to financial responsibility character fitness and criminal background. A credit report may be reviewed (credit score not included) and additional ongoing screening may apply
- This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
12 Jul 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected characteristic.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit Market Financial Crimes Operational Regulatory Compliance) which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring governance risk identification and escalation as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates including women persons with disabilities aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of banking financial services or Branch Network experience
- 2+ years of leadership experience
- Successful completion of the Branch Manager Readiness Program required to transition into Branch Manager position
- SAFE registration is required at the time of employment
- 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
- Comply with LO/CFPB requirements; meet standards related to financial responsibility character fitness and criminal background; credit report may be reviewed
- Proven ability to hire coach and develop sales professionals and direct reports
- Knowledge of banking laws compliance controls operational risk management and loss prevention
Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
How does Wells Fargo ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?
Wells Fargo ensures its pay and bonus plans remain competitive through a structured performance-driven compensation philosophy combined with regular market benchmarking. The company’s approach is centered on “pay for performance” meaning compensation is directly linked to individual contributions business results and overall company performance. This includes evaluating how employees meet regulatory expectations manage risk responsibly and contribute to long-term value creation.
To maintain market competitiveness Wells Fargo conducts global compensation reviews using third-party consultants. These reviews assess both base salary and total compensation across the organization factoring in role level tenure and geographic differences. The company also evaluates pay equity and has reported no significant unexplained pay gaps following its most recent review. This process ensures that compensation remains aligned with industry standards while reinforcing fairness and transparency.
Bonuses and incentives are designed to reward strong performance and support retention of top talent. Compensation programs are structured not only to motivate employees but also to promote prudent risk management and discourage excessive risk-taking—an important consideration in financial services. In addition to performance-based pay employees benefit from a comprehensive rewards package that includes a 401(k) match (up to 6%) stock purchase opportunities and other financial wellness resources.
Together these practices create a compensation framework that balances competitiveness fairness and long-term sustainability—helping Wells Fargo attract retain and reward talent across its global workforce.
Employee Perspective
“Wells Fargo has given me the opportunity to pursue my master’s degree. With the tuition reimbursement and the support of my managers I’ve been able to gain some really valuable skills.”
— Destinee Richey Business Intelligence Consultant
At-a-Glance
- Compensation philosophy: Pay for performance tied to individual business and company outcomes
- Market alignment: Global benchmarking with third-party consultants; no significant unexplained pay gaps
- Bonus structure: Performance-based incentives aligned with results and risk management
- Total rewards: 401(k) match up to 6% stock purchase plan financial wellness resources
External Signals
- Comprehensive Benefits: Employees give the company high marks for its benefits package giving it an ‘A-’ rating and a 73% satisfaction score on external review sites (Comparably).
- LinkedIn Top Companies 2025: #3 overall #1 in financial services
- Disability Equality Index: 100% score (multiple years)
- CAREERS & the disABLED Top Employers 2024: #3 ranking
- Military Friendly Employer (2025): Top 10 Gold Seal
Wells Fargo Insights
What We Do
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.1 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking investment and mortgage products and services as well as consumer and commercial finance through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending Commercial Banking Corporate and Investment Banking and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. Our technology professionals drive innovation information security and big data analytics while maintaining a network that handles more than 12 billion customer interactions a year. Join us! Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo we're more than a financial services leader – we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation empowering communities and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive in one place. Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life not just work. It means having robust benefits competitive compensation and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being. You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community celebrated for being your authentic self and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it – Wells Fargo once again ranked in the top three – making us the #1 financial services employer – on the 2025 LinkedIn Top Companies list of best workplaces “to grow your career” in the U.S. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected characteristic. © 2026 Wells Fargo Bank N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.
Why Work With Us
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Date Posted
06/24/2026
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