Branch Banking Management Military Apprentice (SAFE) - Carlsbad CA

This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, and Wounded Warriors.

About the role

Wells Fargo is seeking a Branch Banking Management Military Apprentice (SAFE) for the National Branch Network as part of the Consumer Banking and Lending division. In this role, you will lead, manage, and develop a diverse team of high-performing direct reports, fostering a culture of engagement and accountability to business outcomes. You will oversee a defined customer engagement process, coach specific behaviors to enhance customer experience, and drive business growth while ensuring operational excellence. This includes executing policies and procedures in alignment with regulations, managing audit and escalation procedures, and allocating people and financial resources for the branch.

As a Branch Banking Management Military Apprentice, you will also assist with customer transactions as needed, serving as a role model in delivering an exceptional customer experience focused on building relationships.

This SAFE position involves customer contact and job duties that may include offering/negotiating terms or taking applications for dwelling-secured transactions. Compliance with the S.A.F.E. Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 and all related regulations is required. Ongoing employment is contingent upon meeting these requirements, including acceptable background investigation results. Individuals in this role must also meet Loan Originator (LO) requirements under Regulation Z.

Apprentices within the U.S. Department of Labor-accredited Apprenticeship program will perform structured duties, including on-the-job training, coursework, and mentorship under the supervision of a hiring manager, program manager, and mentor. The program is designed to prepare apprentices for a post-apprenticeship role as a fully functioning Associate Branch Manager.

Responsibilities

• Participate in less complex initiatives and identify opportunities for process improvements within the Branch Banking functional area.
• Review and analyze basic business, operational, or technical assignments or challenges, exercising independent judgment to guide medium-risk deliverables.
• Present recommendations for resolving more complex situations and develop expertise within Branch Banking policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate and consult with Branch Banking colleagues, internal partners, and stakeholders, including internal and external customers.
• Uphold and adhere to Wells Fargo and Apprenticeship Program policies, procedures, and employee expectations.
• Enroll in Wells Fargo’s DOL Registered Apprentice Program, with full-time employee status during the apprenticeship.

Requirements

• 2+ years of finance or budgetary experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education.
• Enrollment in Wells Fargo’s DOL Registered Apprentice Program is required.
• SAFE registration at the time of employment, with ongoing compliance with S.A.F.E. Mortgage Licensing Act and Regulation Z requirements.
• Current or previous military experience is required.
• Completion of background investigation and credit report assessment (credit score not included).

Qualifications

• Military experience in any branch of service: Army, National Guard, Air Force, Space Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, or Reserves.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• Military experience in a customer-facing role.
• Relevant military experience, including personnel benefits management, processing military personnel orders or transitions, wartime readiness operations, human resources, or military recruiting.
• Experience coaching, training, developing, and building high-performing teams.
• Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with customers and internal partners.
• Extensive experience identifying complex financial needs and providing product/service recommendations.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and accountability.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across organizational levels, with flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability.
• Strong time management, independent judgment, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in navigating multiple computer systems, applications, and search tools.
• Knowledge of compliance controls, risk management, and loss prevention.
• Relevant military experience, including working with military protocol, instructions, enlisted evaluations, or officer/leadership reporting.

Locations

• PALOMAR PLACE - 961 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92008
• CARLSBAD PLAZA - 2520 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008
• ENCINITAS - 276 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
• FALLBROOK - 212 S. Main Ave., Fallbrook, CA 92028
• LA COSTA - 6961 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009
• LA COSTA TOWN SQUARE - 3446 Via Mercato, Carlsbad, CA 92009
• OCEANSIDE COLLEGE - 845 College Blvd., Oceanside, CA 92057
• QUARRY CREEK - 3470 Marron Road, Oceanside, CA 92056
• RANCHO DEL ORO - 4176 Oceanside Blvd., Oceanside, CA 92056
• RANCHO SANTA FE - 6008 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
• SAN MARCOS MAIN - 1000 West San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos, CA 92078
• SOLANA BEACH - 245 Santa Helena, Solana Beach, CA 92075
• VISTA - 930 S. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA 92084

Due to timing and resource needs, positions may not be available at all listed branch locations.

Pay

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position: $31.00 - $62.00 per hour. Pay may vary depending on factors including demonstrated performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities. The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $75,000 annually.

Benefits

Wells Fargo offers robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to support work-life balance and well-being. Benefits include:

• Support for community investment and personal growth.
• Recognition for authenticity and empowerment to thrive.
• Wells Fargo has been ranked in the top five on the 2026 LinkedIn Top Companies list for best workplaces to grow your career in the U.S.