Senior Premier Banker North Minneapolis, MN

Wells Fargo Bank•Maple Grove, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Branch Premier Banker (SAFE) for its National Branch Network. The role manages and grows relationships with affluent customers and people with complex financial needs, serving as their primary contact for banking products and services through scheduled appointments, lobby engagement, and proactive outreach. The banker owns and actively grows a defined book of business, uses goals-based planning and prudent risk oversight, and provides 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 relationship growth, discovery of customer goals, proactive engagement, and collaboration with partners in Wealth, Home Lending, and Business Banking. Wells Fargo provides digital tools, training, coaching, and a platform for career growth. The Senior Branch Premier Banker LP (license pending) role is temporary until the employee completes licensing requirements and SAFE registration; employees then transition to the Senior Branch Premier Banker (SAFE) role. Employees 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. SAFE registration is required at employment, with Wells Fargo initiating the process after the start date. The role also requires meeting enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards; loan originators must meet applicable LO/CFPB requirements. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The listed base pay range is $34.00–$60.00; employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities. Branch locations listed are in Medina, Plymouth, New Hope, Minneapolis, Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park, and New Brighton, Minnesota; positions may not be available at every listed branch.

Requirements

At least 4 years of customer service experience, or equivalent experience demonstrated through work, training, military experience, education, or a combination.
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 a designated timeframe.
For FINRA qualification exams earned after September 30, 2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam is also required.
For hires in Minnesota, FINRA Series 65 (or equivalent) is required within a specified period; requirements may change based on state regulations.
SAFE registration is required at the time of employment.
Ability to work a schedule that includes most Saturdays.
Obtain and maintain required FINRA licenses for continued employment and meet enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards.
Loan Originators must meet LO/CFPB requirements and comply with Wells Fargo policies concerning financial responsibility, character, fitness, and criminal background.
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 relationships through outreach and strong internal partnerships.
Experience managing a book of business, documenting planning conversations, and following through consistently 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 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.
Successful completion of FINRA Series 6 and 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, improve retention, and support balanced growth across deposits, lending, and investments.
Serve as the primary financial partner, providing comprehensive multi-product guidance and ongoing reviews for customers’ evolving needs and life stages.
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 customer experience and service efficiency.
Advise branch colleagues on relationship development and complex customer needs.
Maintain accurate documentation, exercise sound judgment, escalate issues promptly, and follow applicable policies and regulations to support strong risk and control outcomes.
Support customers’ everyday banking needs, including opening accounts and handling service requests.