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Associate Personal Banker Torrance Coastal District

Wells Fargo · Hawthorne, CA · 1 mo ago
Finance$23–$31/hrFull-time

At Wells Fargo, we're a global trailblazer in financial services, committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping customers succeed. We believe a meaningful career offers more than just a job—it provides elements to help you thrive in life, not just work. Living the Well Life means robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to support work-life balance and well-being. You'll be rewarded for community involvement, celebrated for authenticity, and empowered to grow. Wells Fargo ranked in the top five on the 2026 LinkedIn Top Companies list for career growth in the U.S.

About the Role

Wells Fargo is seeking an Associate Personal Banker (SAFE) to join our National Branch team. In this frontline role, you will build relationships with customers by supporting everyday banking needs through in-branch interactions, scheduled conversations, and proactive outreach. You’ll learn about customers' goals and connect them to banking products, services, and digital tools to help them manage finances confidently. The role involves supporting account openings, service requests, and credit applications while collaborating with branch teammates to deliver a consistent, high-quality customer experience. Success depends on strong relationship-building, sound judgment, and balancing service with growth. This role provides a foundation for long-term career mobility, supported by Wells Fargo’s training and coaching.

Responsibilities

  • Build lasting customer relationships through proactive, meaningful conversations that support financial well-being and deepen engagement.
  • Lead discovery-driven conversations to understand customer needs and connect them with relevant banking products, services, and solutions.
  • Drive branch growth by identifying opportunities, promoting solutions, and making appropriate referrals to meet customer and business goals.
  • Support everyday banking needs, including new account openings, service requests, and credit applications.
  • Perform cash handling and teller line activities, accurately processing transactions while maintaining compliance and operational standards.
  • Demonstrate comfort using and adopting digital tools and technologies to enhance the customer experience and support evolving banking needs.
  • Deliver accurate, compliant service while exercising sound judgment within defined risk controls.
  • Collaborate with branch teammates to coordinate seamless handoffs to licensed bankers or other specialists, ensuring customers connect with the right expertise.

Requirements

  • 6+ months of customer interaction experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education.

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in financial services or a highly regulated, customer-facing role, demonstrating comfort with structured processes, accuracy, and service expectations.
  • Experience building trust-based customer relationships through active listening, follow-up, and consistent engagement.
  • Comfort initiating outreach (calls, emails, or other channels) to strengthen relationships and identify opportunities to support customer needs.
  • Demonstrated comfort with digital tools and technology, with the ability to quickly learn new systems and guide customers in adopting capabilities that enhance their banking experience.
  • Ability to identify customer needs and connect them to appropriate solutions, including referrals when additional expertise is needed.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with teammates and partners to resolve needs and deliver a seamless customer experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow policies and regulations while identifying and escalating risk concerns.

Job Expectations

  • Ability to work a schedule that includes Saturdays.
  • Support branch operations by flexing between cash handling and customer banking activities, with an emphasis on delivering strong service through account openings and ongoing account support.
  • SAFE registration is required at the time of employment; 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 sponsorship.

Locations

The role is available at the following branch locations:

  • El Segundo - 309 N Sepulveda Blvd., El Segundo, CA 90245
  • Hawthorne Artesia - 4340 Artesia Blvd., Torrance, CA 90504
  • Hawthorne Main - 13545 Hawthorne Blvd., Hawthorne, CA 90250
  • Hermosa Beach - 1501 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
  • Manhattan Beach - 2910 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
  • Manhattan & Sepulveda - 1129 N Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
  • Palos Verdes - 27440 Hawthorne Blvd., Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
  • Rancho Palos Verdes - 28350 S Western Ave., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
  • Riviera Village - 1701 S Elena Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90277
  • Torrance Crossroads - 24439 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA 90505
  • Torrance - 1403 Sartori Ave., Torrance, CA 90501
  • Torrance Del Amo - 21323 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503
  • Wilmington Main - 339 W Anaheim St., Wilmington, CA 90744

Due to timing and resource needs, positions may not be available at all listed branch locations. The role requires full-time training for 8-10 weeks, with a schedule of Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM.

Pay

The base pay range for this position is $23.00 - $31.00 per hour. Pay may vary depending on factors including demonstrated prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, including:

  • 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

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