Branch Manager Greater Danbury District NY

Wells Fargo Bank•Carmel, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Wells Fargo is hiring an experienced, people-focused leader for a Branch Manager career within the National Branch Network. The Branch Manager serves as the branch’s sales leader and is accountable for acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships to drive growth in primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments. The role balances growth objectives with operational risk management to protect customers, employees, and the company. New participants begin with the Branch Manager Readiness Program, which provides guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning in day-to-day branch operations. Successful completion is required before transitioning into a Branch Manager position. During training, the position is an interim, nonexempt role. Branch assignment depends on business need and availability. Current Wells Fargo Branch Managers are not required to complete the program. The position is associated with branches in Carmel, Katonah, Hopewell Junction, and Mount Kisco, New York. The role requires a schedule that includes Saturdays and travel within the assigned geography up to 50% during the first six months, depending on location. SAFE registration is required at employment, and Wells Fargo will initiate the process after the start date. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The posted base pay range is $37.50–$67.31; employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

Requirements

At least 5 years of banking, financial services, or Branch Network experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education.
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 six months, 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 comply with Wells Fargo policies, including standards related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background.
The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to hire, coach, and develop sales professionals and direct reports while fostering accountability, collaboration, adaptability, and high performance.
Demonstrated ability to lead a customer-focused sales culture and drive measurable growth through coaching, accountability, disciplined execution, ownership of performance outcomes, talent decisions, and risk management.
Ability to analyze performance, identify strengths and opportunities, and execute 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, educating, and connecting customers to technology and explaining 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 hire, retain, coach, and develop a high-performing team to deliver sales, service, and operational excellence.
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 build employee capability, confidence, and productivity, while holding the team accountable for behaviors and outcomes.
Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending sales partners to coordinate customer service and deepen relationships.
Educate customers about available digital options and demonstrate how technology can make banking easier.
Use reporting and employee observations to identify team strengths and opportunities, and take action to improve performance, primary bank relationships, and wallet share.
Balance growth, operational soundness, and talent decisions; proactively manage risk, resolve issues, and model behaviors that protect customers, employees, and the company.