Senior Premier Banker - Arlington Disctrict

Wells Fargo Bank•Arlington, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Branch Premier Banker (SAFE) for its National Branch Network. The role builds, deepens, and manages relationships with affluent customers and customers with complex financial needs, serving as their primary point of contact for banking products and services through scheduled appointments, lobby engagement, and proactive outreach. The banker owns and grows a defined book of business, uses goals-based planning and prudent risk oversight, and delivers integrated solutions across deposits, investments, credit, home lending, and business banking. The role also supports everyday banking needs, including account openings and service requests. The position works closely with internal partners in Wealth, Home Lending, and Business Banking to provide a coordinated customer experience. Wells Fargo provides digital tools, training, and ongoing coaching. The Senior Branch Premier Banker LP (license pending) role is temporary until licensing requirements and SAFE registration are completed; employees then transition to the Senior Branch Premier Banker (SAFE) role. Employees hired into the LP role who are not fully licensed participate in the Branch Network Licensed Banker program. The position requires working a schedule that includes most Saturdays. Required FINRA and state insurance licenses must be active or completed within a designated timeframe, and maintaining required licenses is necessary for continued employment. The role also requires enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards. It is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. Listed branch locations are in Arlington and Falls Church, Virginia; positions may not be available at every listed location. The stated base pay range is $38.00–$65.50; pay may vary based on factors including performance, skills, experience, and work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentives.

Requirements

At least 4 years of customer service experience, or equivalent experience demonstrated through work, training, military experience, or education.
At least 3 years of experience building and maintaining effective relationships with customers and partners.
At least 3 years of experience recommending products and services.
Ability to work a schedule that includes most Saturdays.
FINRA Series 6 and Series 63, or FINRA-recognized equivalents, and state insurance license(s), active or completed within a designated timeframe.
For FINRA qualification exams earned after September 30, 2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam is also required.
In specified states, FINRA Series 65 or an equivalent examination is required within a specified period; Wyoming permits referral-only licensed bankers to receive IAR registration without the Series 65/66 exam requirement.
SAFE registration is required at the time of employment; Wells Fargo initiates the registration process after the start date.
Required FINRA licenses must be obtained and maintained for continued employment.
Must meet enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards; additional screening may apply.
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements and Wells Fargo policies, including financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background standards.
Not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience recommending financial products and translating customer goals into clear, actionable recommendations.
Ability to proactively source, acquire, and deepen customer relationships through outreach and strong internal partnerships.
Experience managing a book of business, documenting planning conversations, and following through to drive retention and growth across deposits, lending, and investments.
Experience coaching or supporting peers to improve team performance and customer impact.
Clear, confident communication, empathetic listening, and the ability to build credibility and trust quickly.
Financial services industry experience in consumer banking, home lending, business banking, or investments.
At least 3 years of experience in a licensed financial services position.
Successfully completed FINRA Series 6 and Series 63 exams, or recognized equivalents, sufficient to qualify for immediate FINRA registration.
State insurance license(s).

Responsibilities

Proactively acquire affluent consumer and business customers and deepen existing relationships through outreach, referrals, and planned appointments.
Lead discovery conversations to understand customer goals and recommend tailored banking and credit strategies that strengthen relationships, retention, and balanced growth across deposits, lending, and investments.
Serve as the primary financial partner, providing multi-product guidance and ongoing reviews for customers’ changing needs and life stages.
Coordinate with Wealth, Home Lending, and Business Banking partners to provide integrated solutions, make warm introductions, set expectations, and personally follow through on qualified opportunities.
Educate customers about self-service and mobile banking options to encourage digital adoption and improve satisfaction and service efficiency.
Contribute to the branch team by advising colleagues on relationship development and complex customer needs.
Maintain accurate documentation, exercise sound judgment, escalate issues promptly, and follow policies and regulations to support effective risk controls.
Assist customers with everyday banking, including opening accounts and handling service requests.