Branch Support Manager

Branch Support Manager In Wealth And Investment Management

Wells Fargo is seeking a Branch Support Manager in Wealth and Investment Management as part of Wells Fargo Advisors. Learn more about the career areas and business divisions at

In this role, you will:

• Lead a team of Client Associates in transactional tasks and processes to ensure timely completion, quality, and compliance
• Advance organizational performance by increasing digital onboarding and money‑movement adoption while reducing operational support issues and documentation errors
• Lead market readiness for new digital tool through proactive oversight and strategic rollout support
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and risk control development in less complex functional areas
• Make day to day supervisory decisions and resolve issues related to team supervision, work allocation, and daily operations
• Leverage interpretation of policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Collaborate with the Market Support Manager, peers, colleagues, and mid-level managers as well as interact directly with external customers
• Mentor and guide talent development of associates and assist in hiring talent
• Serve as the initial point of contact for operational, service and technology inquiries from Financial Advisors, Client Associates, and other branch associates
• Act as a liaison between Market Leaders, Branch/Area Managers, the Brokerage Support team, and Client Associates in various aspects of operations, compliance, and technology
• Execute approval processes for the Support team, including reviewing and approving operational requests such as asset movements, document approvals, and remediation initiatives
• Be responsible for onboarding, training, recognition, engagement, and development of new and existing Client Associates within designated markets
• Ensure Client Associates are trained in key Client Relationship Group ease of doing business initiatives
• Visit branches across the Market to oversee operational/support practices and coach on operational risk

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Securities industry experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 1+ years of leadership experience
• US only:
  Successfully completed Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Series 7 and 63 or 7 and 66 examinations (or FINRA recognized equivalents) sufficient to qualify for immediate FINRA registration

Desired

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of leadership experience including managing, coaching and training
• Knowledge and understanding of Brokerage Industry, products, and operational procedures
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in both team settings and in-person to support the Market
• Understanding of brokerage branch exams and regulatory requirements from an operational support perspective
• Client service centric for our internal and external customers
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, stay organized, and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment
• Series 9/10 licensing

Job Expectations:

• US only:
  Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate FINRA license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position. FINRA Series 65 or 66 examinations or equivalent must be completed within a 90-day time period if not immediately available to transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted. This will be communicated at time of offer acceptance. Compliance with state law registration and licensing requirements is mandatory.
  
  In addition to state registration and licensing requirements, specific product licenses or SAFE licensing may apply. Additional requirements include meeting enhanced…