Sad, sad state of affairs - Software Developer Wells Fargo Employee Review

2.0
25 Sept 2021
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Pros

There are always nice people in every job - folks who actually want to do a good job and be helpful.

Cons

If you want to be a eunuch then Wells Fargo is the place for you! While they present an attractive image in their mission and value statements, the reality is quite different - the majority of people you interact with are dispirited, disillusioned, mentally exhausted, and unmotivated. They are just treading water until it is time to retire. I have been in business for 27 years and worked previously at Wells over 20 years ago. The amazing thing is they have not grown as an organization in those past two decades. The same dominance-based structure is firmly in place - one that withholds information from the employees in order to allow the managers to feel they are in control. Perhaps they believe they are adding value? It is a pretty sad state of affairs when territorialism and protecting your image are the main goals of the so-called leadership (in actuality, 'rudderless ship' is the best analogy). Saul van Beurden is very compelling and seems open minded and helpful - but the reality is you will never work for anyone like him. Your managers will be barely literate and emotionally stunted individuals who never say 'Thank You' or acknowledge your work ('No, folks - a paycheck really is not enough!'). Purportedly they are implementing Agile but it is really Agile in name only; the teams are completely disempowered and unable to plan given the shifting requirements and paucity of information. Again, it feels like this is a control issue where the many levels of weak management don't want to face their approaching obsolescence. Sad state of affairs - so many people wasting their lives working in meaningless job. It is a paycheck - and that is the best you can hope for at WF.

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5.0
7 May 2026
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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
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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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