Branch Manager Trainee | Greater Roanoke District - Roanoke Area Branches

About the 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team to consistently execute behaviors and improve banker productivity.
• Foster an engaged, accountable culture focused on uncovering customer financial needs and recommending Wells Fargo solutions that deepen relationships and drive long-term value.
• Balance growth objectives with strong operational risk management to protect customers, employees, and the company.
• Participate in the Branch Manager Readiness Program, which includes hands-on experience, mentorship, job shadowing, and practical learning opportunities in day-to-day branch operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of banking, financial services, or Branch Network experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or 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.
• Ability to lead teams in influencing, educating, and connecting customers to technology.
• Knowledge of banking laws and regulations, including compliance controls, operational risk management, and loss prevention.

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.
• SAFE registration is required at the time of employment.
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Locations

• 4202 Melrose Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24017
• 14 W Main Street, Salem, VA 24153
• 4206 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 24018

Pay

$31.25 - $57.69

Benefits

• 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: 27 Sep 2026

Reference Number: R-571737-2