Counsel, Public Affairs

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Counsel, Public Affairs - Job Summary:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Counsel in the Public Affairs Section of the Legal Department to support the Company's engagement efforts on public affairs related items. This role will involve providing guidance on legal matters, researching and analyzing regulations and legislation, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of law experience and active State Bar membership.

Responsibilities:

- Provide guidance and advice on legal matters to internal clients to assist with risk assessment, planning, and policy decisions
- Research and analyze proposed regulations and legislation to identify compliance requirements for the Company
- Collaborate with other departments and external parties to address legal and risk issues in the best interest of Wells Fargo
- Participate in initiatives and provide guidance to less experienced counsel or paralegals
- Partner with outside counsel on engagements
- Utilize online research tools and navigate internal databases to gather information
- Stay up-to-date on legislative and regulatory processes and changes

Qualifications:

- 2+ years of law experience or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
- Active State Bar membership
- Experience as a practicing attorney preferred
- Knowledge of political law matters preferred
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Knowledge of Wells Fargo's businesses, services, and product lines

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

This job posting may close early due to a high volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity:

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Risk and Compliance:

Employees at Wells Fargo are responsible for executing risk programs in accordance with company policies and procedures. This includes identifying and escalating potential risks, fulfilling compliance obligations, and making sound risk decisions. There is a strong emphasis on proactive monitoring and governance to ensure the company's risk appetite is met.

Applicants with Disabilities:

Wells Fargo is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. Please visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo to request a medical accommodation.

Drug and Alcohol Policy:

Wells Fargo maintains a drug-free workplace and applicants will be subject to a drug and alcohol test as part of the hiring process. For more information, please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy.


H1: Counsel, Public Affairs - Legal Department Opportunity at Wells Fargo
H2: Support Engagement Efforts on Public Affairs Related Items

Job Title: Counsel, Public Affairs

Salary: Not specified in job posting

Experience: 2+ years of Law experience or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education

Location: Des Moines, IA; Charlotte, NC; Washington DC; Minneapolis, MN

Time Type: Full time

Job Requisition ID: R-356390

About the Role:

The Counsel position at Wells Fargo is an exciting opportunity for a qualified attorney to join the Legal Department and support the Public Affairs Section. This role involves providing legal guidance and advice, conducting research and analysis, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders on public affairs related items. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of law experience and active State Bar membership.

Responsibilities:

- Provide legal guidance and advice to internal clients on risk assessment, planning, and policy decisions
- Research and analyze proposed regulations and legislation to identify compliance requirements for the Company
- Collaborate with other departments and external parties to address legal and risk issues in the best interest of Wells Fargo
- Participate in initiatives and provide guidance to less experienced counsel or paralegals
- Partner with outside counsel on engagements
- Utilize online research tools and navigate internal databases to gather information
- Stay up-to-date on legislative and regulatory processes and changes

Qualifications:

- 2+ years of law experience or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
- Active State Bar membership
- Experience as a practicing attorney preferred
- Knowledge of political law matters preferred
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Knowledge of Wells Fargo's businesses, services, and product lines

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

This job posting may close early due to a high volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity:

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Risk and Compliance:

Employees at Wells Fargo are responsible for executing risk programs in accordance with company policies and procedures. This includes identifying and escalating potential risks, fulfilling compliance obligations, and making sound risk decisions. There is a strong emphasis on proactive

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Legal risk assessment, policy analysis, legislative advocacy, philanthropy, external communications, research, analysis, project management, collaboration, communication, attention to detail, knowledge of laws and regulations, risk management, customer relationship building, risk mitigation, compliance, governance, risk identification, risk decision making, risk appetite, risk and compliance program requirements

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Apply through the Wells Fargo external Careers Site or request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process through Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo

Qualification and Experience Active State Bar membership, 2+ years of Law experience or equivalent

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