Branch Manager Route 66 Corridor District

Wells Fargo•San Dimas, CA

8d•$38 - $67•Onsite

About The Position

Wells Fargo is hiring an experienced, people-focused leader for a Branch Manager career in its National Branch Network. The Branch Manager serves as the branch’s sales leader, responsible for acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships and driving growth in primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments. The role uses disciplined execution, coaching, and performance management to increase banker productivity and build an engaged, accountable team focused on understanding customer needs and recommending Wells Fargo solutions. It balances growth with effective operational risk management to protect customers, employees, and the company. New leaders participate in the Branch Manager Readiness Program, which provides guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical experience in daily branch operations. Successful completion is required before transitioning into a Branch Manager position. Branch placement depends on business need and availability. During training, the position is an interim, nonexempt role. Current Wells Fargo Branch Managers are exempt from the program. The position may be assigned to one of the listed branches in the Route 66 Corridor District. During the first six months, and before or until placement in a specific branch, travel within the assigned geography may be required up to 50% of the time, depending on location. The schedule must include Saturdays. SAFE registration is required at employment; Wells Fargo initiates the process after the start date. Loan Originators must meet applicable LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo policies, including financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background standards. A credit report may be reviewed, excluding the credit score, and additional ongoing screening may apply. Visa sponsorship is not available. Branch positions may not be available at every location listed. The posted base pay range is $37.50–$67.31; employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities. Eligible employees have access to benefits including health benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, disability benefits, life and other insurance, parental and critical caregiving leave, discounts and savings, commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, scholarships for dependent children, and adoption reimbursement.

Requirements

At least 5 years of banking, financial services, or Branch Network experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, education, or a combination of these.
At least 2 years of leadership experience.
Ability to work a schedule that includes Saturdays.
Ability to travel within the assigned geography up to 50% of the time during the first 6 months and before or until placement in a specific branch, depending on location.
SAFE registration is required at the time of employment; Wells Fargo will initiate the process after the start date.
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo policies, including standards related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background.
Must comply with applicable risk and compliance programs, policies, and procedures; Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Ability to hire, coach, and develop sales professionals and direct reports while fostering accountability, collaboration, adaptability, and high performance.
Ability to lead a customer-focused sales culture and achieve measurable growth through coaching, accountability, disciplined execution, ownership of performance and talent decisions, and risk management.
Ability to analyze performance, identify strengths and opportunities, and carry out action plans to achieve business objectives.
Independent judgment and critical thinking skills to manage time, prioritize, and delegate in a complex, fast-paced environment.
Success managing and coaching across affluent, high-net-worth, and business customer segments; identifying complex financial needs; and building relationships with customers, internal partners, and community stakeholders.
Ability to lead teams in influencing and educating customers about technology and the value of digital banking solutions.
Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention, with the ability to model and reinforce protective behaviors.

Responsibilities

Provide inclusive leadership, establish clear expectations, and build and retain a high-performing team through targeted performance coaching.
Lead the branch team in identifying customer financial needs and delivering tailored consumer and business solutions.
Use branch routines, observation, feedback, and follow-up to develop individual capability, confidence, and productivity, while holding the team accountable for behaviors and results.
Partner with internal sales teams across Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending to coordinate customer service and deepen relationships.
Educate customers about available digital options and demonstrate how they can make banking easier.
Use reporting and employee observations to identify strengths and opportunities, and take action to improve team performance, primary-bank relationships, and wallet share.
Balance growth, operational soundness, and talent decisions; manage risk, resolve issues, and model behaviors that protect customers, employees, and the company.