Branch Manager Gainesville/Ocala

Wells Fargo Bank•Ocala, FL

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 to drive growth in primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards, and investments. The role balances growth objectives with operational risk management and customer protection. 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. During training, the role is an interim, nonexempt position. Branch assignment depends on business needs and availability. Employees already serving as a Wells Fargo Branch Manager do not need to complete the program. The position is based in the Gainesville/Ocala, Florida area, with assignment to a branch determined by business need and availability. 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. 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. A credit report may be reviewed, and additional ongoing screening may apply. 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 within the assigned geography up to 50% of the time during the first six months and before or until placement in a specific branch.
SAFE registration is required at the time of employment; Wells Fargo initiates 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.
This position is 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 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 strong relationships with customers, internal partners, and community stakeholders.
Ability to lead teams in influencing, educating, and connecting customers to technology and explaining 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, establish clear expectations, and hire, coach, develop, and retain a high-performing team.
Manage performance through targeted coaching to deliver sales, service, and operational excellence.
Lead the team in identifying customer financial needs and offering tailored consumer and business solutions.
Use branch routines, observation, feedback, and follow-up to improve individual capability, confidence, and productivity, while holding the team accountable for behaviors and outcomes.
Partner with Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending colleagues to deliver a coordinated customer experience and deepen relationships.
Educate customers about available digital options and demonstrate how to use them to make banking easier.
Use reporting and employee observations to assess strengths and opportunities, execute action plans, improve team performance, and expand 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.
Follow applicable risk programs, policies, and procedures; escalate and remediate issues and make sound risk decisions.