Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section
Salary: $96, - $188,
Experience: 2+ years of Law experience
Location: Charlotte, NC; Des Moines, IA; Los Angeles, CA; Minneapolis, MN; Saint Louis, MO

About the Company:
- Wells Fargo Legal Department
- Provides guidance and support for employment-related legal issues for the company and its subsidiaries
- Offers opportunities for career growth and development

Responsibilities:
- Participate in initiatives and identify opportunities for process improvements
- Represent the company in complex litigation, negotiations, and settlement discussions
- Provide guidance to internal clients on legal matters
- Review and analyze assignments that require research and exercise independent judgment
- Manage complex claims and litigation
- Present recommendations for complex situations
- Provide leadership and direction for certain functions worldwide
- Advise on the impact of policy, legal, and regulatory changes
- Develop strategic direction for certain claims functions and management of related policies and procedures
- Collaborate with internal partners and stakeholders
- Partner with business leaders and management of other corporate departments to implement risk management programs

Qualifications:
- 2+ years of Law experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
- Active State Bar membership or equivalent in a country outside the United States
- Knowledge of and extensive experience with state and federal employment laws and regulations
- In-house legal experience preferred
- Experience providing counsel and guidance on complex employment law issues
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize and handle matters of significance
- Effective in building partnerships and working with project teams

Benefits:
- Comprehensive set of benefits designed to protect physical and financial health and support financial future
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Critical Caregiving Leave
- Discounts and Savings
- Health Benefits
- Commuter Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Scholarships for dependent children
- Adoption Reimbursement

We Value Diversity:
- Welcomes 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 status protected by applicable law

Risk and Compliance:
- Emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, and making sound risk decisions
- Adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures
- Timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues
- Making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements

Diversity and Inclusion:
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
- Strong customer relationships and a risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture are critical to the success of the company
- Accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs

Applicants with Disabilities:
- Request for medical accommodation during application or interview process can be made through Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo

Drug and Alcohol Policy:
- Wells Fargo maintains a drug-free workplace

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Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) plan, paid time off, parental leave, critical caregiving leave, discounts and savings, health benefits, commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, scholarships for dependent children, and adoption reimbursement.

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Legal Research, Negotiation, Communication, Legal Writing, Risk Assessment, Litigation Management, Employment Regulations, Policy Development, Project Management, Collaboration, Leadership, Team Management, Legal Analysis

Juris Doctor degree

Interested candidates should apply through the Wells Fargo Careers website.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree, Active State Bar membership

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