Branch Manager North San Diego

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About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Branch Manager (SAFE) for National Branch Network as part of the Consumer Banking and Lending division. Branch Managers are responsible for leading, managing and developing a diverse team of direct and indirect reports, creating a culture that fosters engagement and generates commitment and accountability to business outcomes. Successful Branch Managers are able to lead a highly defined customer engagement process, coaching to specific behaviors that lead to an enhanced customer experience and drive growth in the business, while also leading accountability for operational excellence. This involves executing policies and procedures in alignment with applicable regulations, as well as audit and escalation procedures, and managing the allocation of people and financial resources for the branch.
In this role you will:
Coach, develop and build a high performing team to execute on business strategies, achieve results, and drive growth of the business; This includes coaching bankers to engage customers to understand their needs and work proactively to build relationships and help customers succeed financially
Resolve low to moderately complex issues regarding the customer and employee experience, risk, and growth of the team and the business to meet Branch Network business objectives
Identify opportunities for making banking easier for customers through education and demonstration of available digital options to support adoption and customer convenience
Lead the branch while engaging stakeholders, peers, and internal partners in collaborating and building strong partnerships to deliver a customer-centric experience
Mentor and guide talent development of direct reports and assist in hiring talent
This SAFE position has customer contact and job duties which may include the offering/negotiating of terms and/or taking an application for a dwelling secured transaction. As such, this position requires compliance with the S.A.F.E. Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 and all related regulations. Ongoing employment is contingent upon meeting all such requirements, including acceptable background investigation results. Individuals in a SAFE position also must meet the Loan Originator requirements under Regulation Z (LO) outlined in the job expectations below
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:
Management experience including hiring, coaching, and developing direct reports
Ability to build and inspire a team where adaptability, collaboration, and accountability to performance are critical to success
Ability to analyze performance, understand strengths and opportunities, and execute a plan that empowers employees to achieve business objectives
Exercise independent judgement and critical thinking skills to manage time, prioritize, and delegate tasks in a complex, fast-paced environment
Experience and knowledge in coaching across customer segments, including affluent, high net worth, and small business
Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with customers, internal partners and within the community
Extensive experience in asking questions and identifying complex financial needs in order to provide relevant options to customers
Ability to lead a team to influence, educate, and connect customers to technology and share the value of digital banking
Knowledge and understanding of banking industry laws and regulations, compliance controls, risk management and loss prevention
Ability to interact with integrity and professionalism with customers and employees
Relevant military experience including working with military protocol and instructions, enlisted evaluations, officer/leadership reporting, or military experience working in personnel benefits management, processing military personnel orders or transitions, wartime readiness operations, human resources or military recruiting
Job Expectations:
Ability to work a schedule that may include most Saturdays
This position requires SAFE registration at the time of employment. Wells Fargo will initiate the SAFE registration process immediately after your employment start date. The Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS) website (http://fedregistry.nationwidelicensingsystem.org ) provides the MU4R questions and registration required for employment in this position. Individuals 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
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Locations:
Rancho Santa Fe, CA (6008 Paseo Delicias)
Carlsbad, CA (6961 El Camino Real)
Solana Beach, CA (245 Santa Helena)
Encinitas, CA (276 N El Camino Real, Ste A)
Oceanside, CA (845 College Blvd)
San Marcos, CA (1000 W San Marcos Blvd)
Carlsbad, CA (961 Palomar Airport Rd)
Carlsbad, CA (3446 Via Mercato)
Vista, CA (930 South Santa Fe Ave)
Fallbrook, CA (212 South Main Street)
Carlsbad, CA (2520 El Camino Real)
Oceanside, CA (4176 Oceanside Blvd)
Oceanside, CA (3470 Marron Rd)
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.
$37.50 - $67.31
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.
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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