Branch Manager Austin Northwest District

Wells Fargo & Company•Hutto, TX

1d•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 across primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments. The position leads and develops a team through disciplined execution, coaching, and performance management while building an engaged, accountable culture focused on identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate Wells Fargo solutions. The role balances growth objectives with operational risk management to protect customers, employees, and the company. New leaders begin with the Branch Manager Readiness Program, which provides guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical experience in day-to-day branch operations. Successful completion is required before transitioning 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 Wells Fargo Branch Managers are not required to complete the program. The position may be placed at one of the listed locations in Round Rock, Georgetown, Austin, Cedar Park, or Hutto, Texas. 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 LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo standards, and screening may include a credit report and additional ongoing checks. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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 up to 50% within the assigned geography during the first six 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 and standards related to financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background.
Must meet applicable risk and compliance obligations, follow Wells Fargo policies and procedures, and make sound risk decisions.
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, identifying complex financial needs, and building strong customer, internal partner, and community relationships.
Ability to lead teams in influencing and educating customers about technology and digital banking solutions.
Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention.

Responsibilities

Build and retain a high-performing team through inclusive leadership, clear expectations, and targeted performance 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 employee capability, confidence, and productivity, holding the team accountable for behaviors and outcomes.
Partner with internal sales partners in Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending to provide coordinated customer experiences and deepen relationships.
Educate customers about and demonstrate available digital banking options.
Use reporting and employee observations to identify strengths and opportunities, then act to improve performance and expand primary bank relationships and wallet share.
Balance growth, operational soundness, and talent decisions while managing risk, resolving issues, and modeling protective behaviors.