Branch Manager Tri Valley District

Wells Fargo•Livermore, CA

21h•$38 - $67•Onsite

About The Position

Wells Fargo is hiring an experienced, people-focused leader for a Branch Manager role within its National Branch Network. The Branch Manager serves as the branch sales leader, accountable for acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships and driving growth in primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments. The role leads and develops a team through disciplined execution, coaching, and performance management while fostering an engaged, accountable culture focused on understanding customer needs and recommending appropriate Wells Fargo solutions. The manager balances growth objectives with operational risk management to protect customers, employees, and the company. New leaders participate in the Branch Manager Readiness Program, which provides hands-on experience, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning in branch operations. Successful completion is required before transition into a Branch Manager position, except for employees already serving as Branch Managers at Wells Fargo. Branch placement depends on business needs and availability. During training, the position is an interim, nonexempt role. The role requires a schedule that includes Saturdays and travel within the assigned geography of up to 50% during the first six months, before or until placement in a specific branch, depending on location. 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 background standards. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The stated base pay range is $37.50–$67.31; employees may also be eligible for incentives.

Requirements

At least 5 years of banking, financial services, or Branch Network experience, or equivalent experience demonstrated through work, 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% during the first 6 months, before or until placement in a specific branch, depending on location.
SAFE registration is required at 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. A credit report may be reviewed, excluding credit score, and additional ongoing screening may apply.
Successful completion of the Branch Manager Readiness Program is required to transition into a Branch Manager position, except for current Wells Fargo Branch Managers.
The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Ability to hire, coach, and develop sales professionals and direct reports while fostering accountability, collaboration, adaptability, and high performance.
Experience leading a customer-focused sales culture and driving 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 and educating customers about technology and connecting them with 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 coach and manage performance 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 expected behaviors and outcomes.
Partner with internal teams in Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending to provide coordinated customer experiences and deepen relationships.
Educate customers about digital options and demonstrate how available technology can make banking easier.
Use reporting and employee observations to identify strengths and opportunities and take action to improve 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.