Market Leader

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Market Leader - Financial Advisory Director in Wealth and Investment Management as part of Wells Fargo Advisors. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com .

In this role, you will:

• Manage and develop a high performing leadership team that is solution oriented and aligned with the needs of the business with focus on delivering exceptional client service for cross-functional stakeholders and internal partners associated with the team
• Identify opportunities and recommend strategies to improve client experience, client results, and business results
• Lead strategic direction and management of Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network to resolve highly complex issues and meet deliverables
• Interpret and develop current and long-term objectives, policies and procedures that leverage the company's infrastructure for functions with moderate to high complexity and risk
• Collaborate with and influence peers and more experienced executives
• Work closely with other leadership roles such as the Wholesale Bank, Regional Bank, Regional Commercial Bank, Business Bank, and others to build trust and sales leadership
• Manage allocation of people and financial resources to ensure commitments are met and align with strategic objectives in Wealth Client Management
• Be responsible for development, coaching, and retention of Market and Branch Managers
• Oversee recruitment and retention of high-profile Financial Advisors
• Develop and guide a culture of talent development to meet business objectives and strategy
• This LO position has customer contact and job duties which may include needs assessing and referring those customers interested in a dwelling secured product to a SAFE team member.
• This position includes assisting customers without taking an application and without offering or negotiating terms of a dwelling secured transaction.
• Individuals in a LO position also must meet the Loan Originator requirements under Regulation Z (LO) outlined in the job expectations below

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of Banking and Financial Services experience, or equivalent experience demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 4+ years of management or leadership experience
• US only: Successfully completed Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Series 7, 9 and 10 (or 24), and 63 examinations (or FINRA recognized equivalents) sufficient to qualify for immediate FINRA registration

Desired Qualifications:

• Life and Health Insurance licenses

• Ability to build successful relationships and influence across organizations at multiple levels, while driving results
• Ability to develop and execute business strategies tied to a common vision, which maximizes revenue and profitability

• Ability to grow and develop a team of high-profile Financial Advisors and various manager level roles   
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the management and compliance needs of wealth management industry

• Management experience coaching, training, and mentoring various levels of team members including high-profile financial advisors to senior level managers

• Growth-oriented leader with ability to grow and develop wealth management business

• Extensive experience overseeing and managing multiple branches and/or areas within a market

Job Expectations:

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

• 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
• US only: Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate FINRA license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position. FINRA Series 9 and 10 examinations, or equivalent must be completed within 120 days. 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 financial fitness and criminal background standards. Wells Fargo will initiate the FINRA licensing review process at the time of offer acceptance. For specific FINRA qualification exams obtained after 9/30/2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam co-requisite is required. Designated insurance license requirements must be completed within either a 90 or 180-day time period following commencement of employment, depending upon the number of license(s) needed if not immediately available to transfer upon hire.
• Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities and/or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CFR 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.

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.
$215,000.00 - $355,000.00

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

Posting End Date:

2 Nov 2026

* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit  Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.