Branch Manager Superior Lights MN District

Wells Fargo Bank•Duluth, MN

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 checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments through disciplined execution, coaching, and performance management. The role leads and develops a team, fosters an engaged and accountable culture focused on identifying customer financial needs, and recommends Wells Fargo solutions that deepen relationships and create long-term value. The manager also balances growth objectives with operational risk management to protect customers, employees, and the company. Onboarding begins with the Branch Manager Readiness Program, which offers mentorship, job shadowing, hands-on experience, 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. 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 and travel within the assigned geography up to 50% of the time during the first six months, depending on location. SAFE registration is required at employment; Wells Fargo initiates the process after the start date. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The listed base pay range is $31.25–$57.69; pay may vary based on factors such as performance, skills, experience, and work location, and employees may 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% of the time during the first 6 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. 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 the Branch Manager position.

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.
Demonstrated 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 influence and educate customers about technology and communicate 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

Build and retain a high-performing team through inclusive leadership, clear expectations, targeted coaching, and performance management.
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, while holding the team accountable for expected behaviors and outcomes.
Partner with internal sales teams across Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending to provide coordinated customer service and deepen relationships.
Educate customers about and demonstrate available digital banking options.
Use reports and employee observations to identify strengths and opportunities, improve team performance, and expand primary bank relationships and wallet share.
Balance business growth, operational soundness, and talent decisions while managing risk, resolving issues, and modeling protective behaviors.
Participate in the Branch Manager Readiness Program and complete it successfully before transitioning into a Branch Manager position.