Senior Branch Premier Banker Ridgefield

Wells Fargo & Company•Ridgefield, CT

4d•$37 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

Wells Fargo is hiring 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, acting as their primary 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 opening accounts and handling service requests. The position emphasizes advice-led customer relationships, discovery of customer goals, and collaboration with Wealth, Home Lending, and Business Banking partners. 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; eligible employees then transition to the Senior Branch Premier Banker (SAFE) role and may participate in the Branch Network Licensed Banker program. The position is located at 368 Main St, Ridgefield, Connecticut. The base pay range is $37.00–$65.50; employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

At least 4 years of customer service experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, 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.
FINRA Series 6 and Series 63 (or FINRA-recognized equivalents) and state insurance license(s), active or completed within the designated timeframe; SIE is also required for FINRA qualification exams earned after September 30, 2018.
FINRA Series 65 (or equivalent) within the specified period for hires in the states listed in the posting, subject to applicable state rules.
SAFE registration at the time of employment; Wells Fargo initiates the process after the start date.
Ability to meet enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards and required loan-originator requirements, where applicable.
Ability to work a schedule that includes most Saturdays.
Required FINRA licenses must be obtained and maintained for continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience recommending financial products and translating customer goals into actionable recommendations.
Ability to proactively source, acquire, and deepen 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 strengthen team performance and customer impact.
Clear, confident communication; empathetic listening; and ability to build credibility and trust.
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.
FINRA Series 6 and 63 exams (or recognized equivalents) completed sufficiently to qualify for immediate FINRA registration.
State insurance license(s).

Responsibilities

Proactively acquire affluent consumer and business customers and deepen existing relationships through strategic outreach, referrals, and planned appointments.
Lead discovery-based conversations to understand customer goals and recommend tailored banking and credit strategies that support retention and balanced growth across deposits, lending, and investments.
Serve as the primary financial partner, providing comprehensive multi-product guidance and ongoing reviews as customers’ needs evolve.
Coordinate with Wealth, Home Lending, and Business Banking partners to provide integrated solutions, make warm introductions, set expectations, and take ownership of qualified opportunities through completion.
Educate customers about self-service and mobile banking options to encourage digital adoption and improve the customer experience and service efficiency.
Advise branch colleagues on relationship development and managing complex customer needs.
Maintain accurate documentation, exercise sound judgment, escalate issues promptly, and comply with policies and regulations.
Support everyday banking needs, including opening accounts and handling service requests.
Meet applicable risk, compliance, licensing, and SAFE registration requirements.