Full Job Description
The Branch Complex Senior Manager role will lead branch(es) within a market of Wells Fargo Advisors. This role is responsible for building an environment that fosters significant and sustained organic and inorganic growth. Organic growth by coaching and providing programs for our existing Financial Advisors focused on new client acquisition; deepening the existing client relationships by taking advantage of the entire set of solutions; and by coaching to a process for Advisors and their teams to provide outstanding client service and care. The leader will focus on inorganic growth by building, maintaining, and hiring a robust cross channel pipeline of Financial Advisors.
The Branch Complex Senior Manager will build trust and relationships with the entire branch structure including Financial Advisors, Client Associates, Governance and Support professionals and the market leader, as well as building trust and relationships with the communities in which the branches are located. The Branch Complex Senior Manager has accountability and ownership of all activity in support of the team and the client and will direct day to day workflow, escalate both service and risk issues as they arise, ensure the entire branch is working together to care for clients. This role will be responsible for the P&L and expense management of the branches in their complex. The Branch Complex Senior Manager will partner with other managers in the market and with the market leader to ensure that the entire market is growing both organically and inorganically.
In this role, you will:
3Recruit experienced Financial Advisors and retain talent to drive growth
3Lead team to grow financial outcomes through increased net asset flows, lending balances and same store sales.
3Develop the culture to drive employee engagement and growth in a branch or a series of branches
3Responsible for overall management of branch(es) including management of staff; maintaining strong partnerships with all centers of excellence (COE) and support partners; managing risk/compliance; expense / P&L management; and exception management
3Execute on strategic vision of the Wealth and Investment Management (WIM) group of Wells Fargo to help Advisors and Client Associates serve the needs of the clients within the branch
3Responsible for collaboration with and influence of all levels of professionals, including senior managers, COE partners, home office departments, divisional leaders etc.
3Be a visible leader in the branches and communities they serve
3Manage allocation of people and financial resources to ensure commitments are met and align with strategic objectives
3Partner with the entire market leadership team to support the branches and the channels represented in the market
3This is a non-producing role
3This LO position has customer contact and job duties which may include needs assessing and referring those customers interested in a dwelling secured product to a SAFE team member. This position includes assisting customers without taking an application and without offering or negotiating terms of a dwelling secured transaction. Individuals in a LO position also must meet the Loan Originator requirements under Regulation Z (LO) outlined in the job expectations below
Required Qualifications:
37+ years of Financial Advisory experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
33+ years of management or leadership experience
3US only: Successfully completed Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Series 7 and 63 examinations (or FINRA recognized equivalents) sufficient to qualify for immediate FINRA registration
Desired Qualifications:
3Ability to recruit and retain high performing Financial Advisors
3Ability to balance multiple initiatives
3Ability to effectively manage a large and diverse team of direct reports
3Proven track record of coaching and driving growth.
3Experience identifying and managing risk while adhering to governance processes
3Ability to partner with key stakeholders to solve problems and client concerns
Job Expectations:
3Individuals in Loan Originator (LO) positions must meet the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau qualification requirements and comply with related Wells Fargo policies. The LO qualification requirements include meeting applicable financial responsibility, character, general financial fitness and criminal background standards. A current credit report will be used to assess your financial responsibility and credit fitness, however, a credit score is not included as part of the evaluation. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening, if necessary
3US only: Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate FINRA license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position. FINRA Series 9 and 10 examinations and FINRA 65 or 66 or equivalent must be completed within a 180-day time period following commencement of employment. The Series 9 & 10 must be completed within the first 120-day time period following commencement of employment. If the Series 9 and 10 are not held at the time of hire, the candidate must have at least 18 months of experience functioning as a registered representative, Series 7, within the five-year period immediately preceding the designation and has fulfilled all applicable prerequisite registration, fee and examination requirements. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted. This will be communicated at time of offer acceptance. Compliance with state law registration and licensing requirements is mandatory. In addition to state registration and licensing requirements, specific product licenses or SAFE licensing may apply. Additional requirements include meeting enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards. Wells Fargo will initiate the FINRA licensing review process at the time of offer acceptance. For specific FINRA qualification exams obtained after 9/30/2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam co-requisite is required. Designated insurance license requirements must be completed within either a 90 or 180-day time period following commencement of employment, depending upon the number of license(s) needed if not immediately available to transfer upon hire
3This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.
3Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.
3This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
Posting location:
190 Biltmore Ave Asheville, NC 28801
1606 Euclid Ave, Bristol, VA 24201
52 Walnut St, Waynesville, NC 28786
421 S Church St, Hendersonville, NC 28792
Pay Range
Compensation includes a base pay component that meets or exceeds the applicable exempt salary threshold, expressed as an hourly equivalent where required, with the opportunity to earn additional commission. All pay complies with applicable minimum wage laws.
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
3Health benefits
3401(k) Plan
3Paid time off
3Disability benefits
3Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
3Parental leave
3Critical caregiving leave
3Discounts and savings
3Commuter benefits
3Tuition reimbursement
3Scholarships for dependent children
3Adoption reimbursement
Posting End Date:
22 Oct 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.