Branch Manager Eastside Oregon

Wells Fargo & Company•Milwaukie, OR

About The Position

Wells Fargo is seeking accomplished, people-focused leaders for a Branch Manager career within the National Branch Network. The Branch Manager serves as the branch sales leader, responsible for acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships to drive growth in primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments. The role leads, coaches, and develops a team to improve banker productivity and deliver consistent customer-focused sales and service while maintaining strong operational risk management. New leaders participate in the Branch Manager Readiness Program, which provides guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical experience in day-to-day branch operations. Successful completion is required to transition into a Branch Manager position. Branch assignment depends on business need and availability. During training, the position is an interim, nonexempt role. Employees already serving as Branch Managers at Wells Fargo are not required to complete the program. This position supports branches in the Eastside Oregon District and the WA Gorge District in the Portland area. The role requires a schedule that includes Saturdays and travel within the assigned geography of up to 50% during the first six months and 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. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

At least 5 years of banking, financial services, or Branch Network experience, or equivalent experience 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 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 comply with Wells Fargo policies, including standards related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background.
A credit report may be reviewed, excluding the 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 employees already serving as Wells Fargo Branch Managers.
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, and ownership of performance, 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 by 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 communicating 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, build and retain a high-performing team, set clear expectations, and manage performance through targeted coaching.
Lead the branch team in identifying customer financial needs and delivering tailored consumer and business solutions.
Use branch manager routines, observation, feedback, and follow-up to build team capability, confidence, and productivity and hold employees accountable for behaviors and outcomes.
Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending sales partners to coordinate customer experiences and deepen relationships.
Educate customers about and demonstrate available digital banking options.
Use reporting and employee observations to identify strengths and opportunities, improve team performance, and expand 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.
Execute applicable risk and compliance programs, follow Wells Fargo policies and procedures, and escalate and remediate issues appropriately.