Merchant Services Telesales Specialist

Merchant Services Telesales Specialist

Wells Fargo

Tempe, AZ • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


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Job description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Merchant Services Telesales Specialist to join the Merchant Services team. In this role, you will partner with business owners to identify and implement secure, modern payment solutions that drive growth, operational efficiency, and an improved customer experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a sales-driven contact center environment, enjoys consultative client conversations, and is excited to build a career within the rapidly evolving payments industry.

In this role, you will:

  • Sell a full suite of payment solutions, including point-of-sale (POS) systems, eCommerce gateways, and mobile payment tools
  • Engage with pre-qualified inbound leads and executing targeted outbound follow-up to drive conversion
  • Assess client needs and delivering customized merchant solutions aligned to business objectives
  • Educate clients on payment security, fraud mitigation, and regulatory compliance
  • Manage the full sales lifecycle, from initial consultation through application, onboarding, and activation
  • Collaborate with internal partners to ensure a seamless, end-to-end client experience
  • Support inbound inquiries from customers and prospects within the Merchant Services contact center
  • Assist with account setup and onboarding across multiple platforms and industries
  • Navigate multiple systems to address questions related to funding, billing, interchange, and payment operations
  • Consistently achieve sales goals, service standards, and key performance metrics

Required Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of Merchant Services or Contact Center Sales experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education


Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience in consultative sales, financial services, or solution-based selling environments
  • Merchant Services, payments, or fintech industry experience
  • Proven success managing outbound sales efforts and pipeline development
  • Bilingual Spanish proficiency
  • Experience handling inbound customer service inquiries alongside sales responsibilities
  • Understanding of financial documentation, regulatory disclosures, and compliance requirements
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency navigating CRM tools, multiple systems, and Microsoft Office applications
  • Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales targets, KPIs, and performance goals

Job Expectations:

  • Schedule between 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST, Monday-Friday

  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule at one of the listed locations on this posting

  • This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Posting End Date:

4 Jun 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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets, proudly serves one in three U.S. households and more than 10% of small businesses in the U.S., and is a leading middle market banking provider in the U.S. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 41 on Fortune's 2022 rankings of America's largest corporations. In the communities we serve, the company focuses its social impact on building a sustainable, inclusive future for all by supporting housing affordability, small business growth, financial health and a low-carbon economy.

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Finance and insurance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

Year founded

1852

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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Telesales Specialist?

A: To succeed as a Telesales Specialist, key technical skills include proficiency in CRM software, effective use of sales automation tools, and strong knowledge of product or service offerings. Soft skills such as excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to build rapport with customers, and resilience in handling rejection are also crucial. These strengths enable Telesales Specialists to effectively engage with customers, close deals, and drive sales growth, ultimately supporting their career advancement and success in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Telesales Specialist?

A: A Telesales Specialist typically starts as an entry-level Sales Representative, progressing to a Senior Sales Representative or Team Lead role, and eventually becoming a Sales Manager or Director, overseeing a team of sales professionals. Key opportunities for skill development include honing communication and negotiation skills, learning sales strategies and product knowledge, and developing leadership and management skills. Long-term career prospects may lead to roles in business development, account management, or even transitioning into related fields such as marketing or customer success, offering a range of professional growth opportunities.



Wells Fargo job posting for a Merchant Services Telesales Specialist in Tempe, AZ with a salary of $43,100 to $56,500 Annually with a map of Tempe location.