Branch Manager - Nashville, TN

Wells Fargo•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Wells Fargo is hiring experienced, people-focused leaders for a Branch Manager career in its National Branch Network. The Branch Manager serves as the branch sales leader, responsible for acquiring, deepening, and retaining customer relationships and driving growth across primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments. The role leads, coaches, and develops a team to improve banker productivity and deliver consistent customer service, sales, and operational results. It also fosters an engaged and accountable culture focused on identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate Wells Fargo solutions while balancing growth with operational risk management. New leaders participate in the Branch Manager Readiness Program, which offers guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning in daily branch operations. Successful completion is required before transitioning into a Branch Manager position. Branch assignment depends on business needs and availability at the time of placement. During training, the role is an interim, nonexempt position. Current Wells Fargo Branch Managers are not required to complete the program. The position requires a schedule that includes Saturdays. During the first six months, and before or up until placement in a specific branch, travel within the assigned geography may be up to 50%, 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 standards concerning financial responsibility, character, fitness, and background screening. A credit report may be reviewed, without the credit score, and additional ongoing screening may apply. The position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

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% during the first six months and before or up until placement in a specific branch, depending on location.
SAFE registration required at the time of employment; Wells Fargo initiates the process after the start date.
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo policies and standards related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background.
Must comply with Wells Fargo policies and procedures and applicable risk and compliance obligations.

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, performance ownership, 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, including the ability 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 explaining the value of digital banking solutions.
Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention.

Responsibilities

Provide inclusive leadership, set clear expectations, and manage performance through targeted coaching to build and retain a high-performing team.
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 employee capability, confidence, and productivity, and hold the team accountable for expected behaviors and outcomes.
Partner with internal sales teams in 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; proactively manage risk, resolve issues, and model behaviors that protect customers, employees, and the company.
Complete the Branch Manager Readiness Program successfully before transitioning into a Branch Manager position, unless already serving as a Wells Fargo Branch Manager.