Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with a significant global presence. The company operates in 35 countries and serves over 70 million customers worldwide. It is a systemically important financial institution according to the Financial Stability Board and is considered one of the "Big Four Banks" in the United States, alongside JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Citigroup.
The firm's primary subsidiary is Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., a national bank that designates its Sioux Falls, South Dakota, site as its main office (and therefore is treated by most U.S. federal courts as a citizen of South Dakota). It is the fourth-largest bank in the United States by total assets and is also one of the largest as ranked by bank deposits and market capitalization. It has 8,050 branches, 13,000 automated teller machines, and 2,000 stand-alone mortgage branches. It is the second largest retail mortgage originator in the United States, originating one out of every four home loans and servicing $1.8 trillion in home mortgages, making it one of the largest servicing portfolios in the US. It is one of the most valuable bank brands. Wells Fargo is ranked 47th on the Fortune 500 list of the largest companies in the U.S.
The Wells Fargo interview process typically begins with an application submission through their career portal, followed by a screening call from a recruiter. This initial stage is designed to verify qualifications and gauge interest. For some positions, candidates may be required to complete online assessments focusing on skills relevant to the job. Successful applicants then proceed to the first-round interview, which can be conducted over the phone or via video call, focusing on behavioral and situational questions.
A second round or panel interview may follow, involving more detailed discussions about the role, technical questions for specific positions, and further behavioral assessments. For certain roles, particularly in leadership, candidates might attend an assessment center to participate in group activities, presentations, and additional interviews.
The final stages include a thorough background check and reference checks before a job offer is extended. Upon acceptance, the candidate undergoes an onboarding process, which involves introducing them to their team and beginning any necessary training. The entire process is designed to ensure a good fit both for the candidate and for Wells Fargo, emphasizing a match of skills, experience, and company culture.