Wells Fargo

Branch Manager Hudson River Valley

Wells Fargo$72K — $139K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in banking or financial services experience
  • 2+ years in leadership roles
  • Experience in coaching and developing sales professionals
  • Proven ability to drive growth in a customer-focused environment
  • Knowledge of banking regulations and operational risk management

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a high-performing branch team
  • Identify customer financial needs and deliver tailored solutions
  • Conduct high-impact coaching to improve banker productivity
  • Collaborate with internal sales partners for a coordinated customer experience
  • Identify opportunities to enhance banking for customers through digital solutions
  • Analyze performance data to guide actionable improvement plans
  • Balance growth objectives with risk management and operational soundness

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance and critical illness insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement
Full Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking accomplished, people‑focused leaders interested in a Branch Manager career within the National Branch Network. This opportunity is designed for experienced managers who bring a strong foundation in branch leadership and are looking to apply their expertise within the Wells Fargo environment.

As a Branch Manager, you will serve as the sales leader of the branch, accountable for acquiring, deepening and retaining customer relationships to drive consistent growth in primary checking, deposits, lending, credit cards and investments through disciplined execution, strong coaching, and effective performance management. You will lead, coach, and develop a team to consistently execute behaviors and improve banker productivity. You will foster an engaged, accountable culture focused on uncovering customer financial needs and recommending Wells Fargo solutions that deepen relationships and drive long‑term value. You will balance growth objectives with strong operational risk management to protect customers, employees, and the company.

Your onboarding starts with participation in the Branch Manager Readiness Program which is intended to offer a structured and supportive transition into leadership at Wells Fargo. Participants gain hands-on experience through guidance, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning opportunities in day-to-day branch operations. The program provides foundational knowledge, real-world practice, and leadership readiness needed to effectively lead a team and make an impact from day one. Successful completion of the Branch Manager Readiness program is required to transition into a Branch Manager position.  Branch assignment is based on business need and branch availability at the time of placement. While in training, this position is an interim, nonexempt role. Employees currently serving in a Branch Manager role at Wells Fargo are not required to complete the program.

In this role you will:

  • Provide strong, inclusive leadership to build and retain a high‑performing team, establishing clear expectations, and managing performance through targeted coaching to deliver sales, service, and operational excellence.
  • Lead a branch team to proactively identify customer financial needs and deliver tailored consumer and business solutions that drive both customer value and business outcomes.
  • Use branch manager routines to build individual capability, confidence, and productivity, delivering consistent, high‑impact coaching through observation, feedback, and follow‑up while holding the team accountable to behaviors and outcomes aligned to Wells Fargo priorities.
  • Partner closely with internal sales partners to provide customers a comprehensive, coordinated Wells Fargo experience across Wealth & Investment Management, Business Banking, and Home Lending to maximize relationship depth, customer value, and branch performance.
  • Identify opportunities for making banking easier for customers through education and demonstration of available digital options.
  • Leverage reporting and employee observations to gain insight into strengths and opportunities, taking decisive action to improve team performance and expand primary bank relationships and wallet share.
  • Demonstrate ownership by balancing growth, operational soundness, and talent decisions while proactively managing risk, resolving issues, and modeling behaviors that protect customers, employees, and the company.

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of banking, financial services, or Branch Network experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
  • 2+ years of leadership experience

Desired Qualifications:

  • Proven ability to hire, coach, and develop sales professionals and direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, adaptability, and high performance.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead a customer-focused sales culture, driving measurable growth through coaching, accountability, disciplined execution, and taking ownership of performance outcomes, talent decisions, and risk management.
  • Ability to analyze performance, identify strengths and opportunities, and execute action plans that enable the team to achieve business objectives.
  • Exercise independent judgement and critical thinking skills to manage time, prioritize, and delegate tasks in a complex, fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated success managing and coaching across affluent, high net worth, and business customer segments by 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, articulating the value of digital banking solutions to enhance customer experience.
  • Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, including compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention, with the ability to model and reinforce behaviors that protect customers, employees, and the company.

Job Expectations:

  • Ability to work a schedule that includes Saturdays.
  • Ability to travel in assigned geography up to 50% of the time during the first 6 months (and prior to or up until placement in a specific branch), depending on location.
  • SAFE registration is required at the time of employment and Wells Fargo will initiate the process after your 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. A credit report may be reviewed (credit score not included) and additional ongoing screening may apply.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorshi

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$34.62 - $67.31

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

29 Jun 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees. Wells Fargo offers robust training programs and resources to help every team member excel in their current roles and prepare for future challenges. Growth at Wells Fargo is not just about climbing the career ladder but expanding your skills and expertise to add value to our team and customers.

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Wells Fargo is committed to the well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide unique perks like employee discounts, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

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