Wells Fargo should continue doing business they way they have always done it. Truly an industry leader. - Vice President Wells Fargo Employee Review

5.0
3 Sept 2008
Recommend
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Pros

Very well branded company. Lots of processes but they have proven to be just in these unsettling credit markets. The company pays for performance and communicates effectively throughout the organization what is going on. Monthly conference calls on the state of the market as it is seen internally is very helpful in me providing the best service to my clients. Long tenured management helps to engrain the Wells Fargo philosophy in less experienced employees. I have found my experience at Wells Fargo to be both challending an rewarding. Armed with an MBA, this is an institution I could work at for a long time.

Cons

Large organization and very burecratic. Your ability to hit the home room can be very difficult as the organization is very process oriented and lacks entrepreneurial ingenuity in my group. Company gets very caught up in analysis which can feel paralyzing at times because everything needs a memo. Because the organization is so large, getting a response from senior management can take awhile because they seem to be so thinly spread. Would like to see more authority handed down so that decisions be made faster and the sales force can be much quicker and competitive to the needs of customers. In a down market it does not matter but when things pick up again, it will be tough if this continues.

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5.0
7 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great company to build experience and grow professionally. The benefits and PTO were excellent, and there were many opportunities for career development and internal growth. I learned a lot during my time there, especially in operations, customer service, and working in a fast-paced environment. Management was supportive and often acted more like career coaches, encouraging employees to develop new skills and move forward in their careers. I also built strong friendships and professional connections that I still value today.

Cons

The role could be demanding because Operations Managers often had responsibilities across multiple areas of the branch. At times, it felt like being the bridge between upper management, bankers, tellers, and customers all at once. In addition to management responsibilities, I was also expected to assist on the teller line, maintain a cash drawer, and help resolve escalated customer concerns. The workload could occasionally feel heavy for one person, especially in busy branches.

4.0
1 Dec 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Benefits (but cost creeping up and coverage creeping down each year), Good Morale Both Management and Coworkers, and Honestly a Great Company.

Cons

Cross Selling is the only focus now, firing employees who are great at their job in every area that should matter but if the cross selling results are not meeting the ever ridiculous quota (which continues to rise) than you may not have a job next month. Expectation for customers to say yes to cross selling, leaving you with no real control of your job security. Stress!

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