Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Wells Fargo is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.


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H1: Join Our Team as a Counsel in the Employment Division of Wells Fargo Legal Department

H2: Providing Legal Guidance and Managing Employment-Related Issues for Wells Fargo

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- Join a team of attorneys in the Employment Division of Wells Fargo Legal Department
- Handle employment-related legal issues for Wells Fargo and its subsidiaries
- Provide legal guidance and risk management training to business line management and HR
- Manage administrative agency claims, litigation, and outside counsel relationships
- Develop and draft policies, plans, agreements, and contracts
- Collaborate with internal partners and stakeholders to implement risk management programs
- Participate in initiatives and identify opportunities for process improvements
- Represent Wells Fargo in complex litigation, negotiations, and settlement discussions
- Advise on the impact of policy, legal, and regulatory changes
- Develop strategic direction for claims functions and management of related policies and controls
- Support the work of more experienced counsel and consult with outside counsel on complex matters
- Work effectively in a complex environment with a high degree of collaboration
- Value diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

About the Company:

- Wells Fargo Legal Department
- Fortune 500 company
- Over 270,000 employees worldwide

Job Responsibilities:

- Provide legal guidance and risk management training to business line management and HR
- Manage administrative agency claims, litigation, and outside counsel relationships
- Develop and draft policies, plans, agreements, and contracts
- Collaborate with internal partners and stakeholders to implement risk management programs
- Represent Wells Fargo in complex litigation, negotiations, and settlement discussions
- Advise on the impact of policy, legal, and regulatory changes
- Develop strategic direction for claims functions and management of related policies and controls
- Support the work of more experienced counsel and consult with outside counsel on complex matters

Required Qualifications:

- 2+ years of Law experience or equivalent
- Active State Bar membership or equivalent in a country outside the United States

Desired Qualifications:

- Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations
- In-house legal experience
- Experience with FINRA matters and handling employment claims before FINRA
- Experience with management-side labor law
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a complex environment with a high degree of collaboration

Job Expectations:

- Full-time position
- Onsite presence required at one of the listed locations
- Not eligible for Visa sponsorship
- Relocation assistance not available

Pay Range: $96, - $188,

Benefits:

- Comprehensive set of benefits for eligible full- and part-time employees
- 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

Posting End Date: 16 May 2024

We Value Diversity:

- Diversity, equity, and inclusion are important values at Wells Fargo
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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

Applicants with Disabilities:

- Requests for medical accommodations during the application or interview process can be made through Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo

Drug and Alcohol Policy:

- Wells Fargo maintains a drug-free workplace

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer:

- Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

In Summary:

- Wells Fargo is seeking a Counsel to join their Employment Counseling & Litigation Section in the Employment Division of the Wells Fargo Legal Department.
- The individual selected will join a team of attorneys responsible for handling employment-related legal issues for the company and its subsidiaries.
- This role involves managing administrative agency claims, threatened litigation, litigation, and outside counsel relationships; providing advice, counsel and risk management training; developing and drafting policies, plans, agreements and contracts; and working on reports and projects as needed.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of law experience and active State Bar membership or equivalent.
- Desired qualifications include knowledge and experience with state and federal employment laws and regulations, in-house legal experience, and experience with FINRA matters and management-side labor law.
- The position is full-time and requires onsite presence at one of the listed locations.
- Wells Fargo offers a comprehensive set of benefits for eligible employees, including a 401(k) Plan, paid time off, parental leave, and health benefits.
- The company values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
- Wells Fargo maintains a drug-free workplace and is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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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

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Legal research, negotiation, risk assessment, communication, leadership, project management

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Interested candidates should apply through the Wells Fargo Careers website at .

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

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