Senior Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section

Min 4 yrs required

Full-time

No

The Senior Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section role at Wells Fargo is a full-time position that offers a competitive salary range of $120, - $250,. The role is available in multiple locations, including Saint Louis, MO, Des Moines, IA, Los Angeles, CA, and Charlotte, NC. The job requisition ID is R-352974 and was posted today, with a posting end date of April 28, 2024.

This position is part of the Employment Division of the Wells Fargo Legal Department and reports to the Employment Counseling & Litigation Section. The Senior Counsel will lead or participate in moderately complex initiatives and deliverables, providing legal advice and representing the company in highly complex litigation, negotiations, settlement discussions, and claims related legal issues. The role requires an active State Bar membership or the equivalent in a country outside the United States and 4+ years of law experience.

The Senior Counsel will review and analyze moderately complex challenges, manage highly complex claims and litigation, and provide guidance to internal clients on legal matters. They will also draft complex legal documents, review and negotiate documents prepared by outside counsel, and independently resolve moderately complex issues. The role involves identifying and analyzing complex legal issues, developing conclusions and recommendations, and developing the strategic direction for certain claims functions and management of related policies and procedures.

The Senior Counsel will educate, train, and supervise less experienced attorneys within the Legal department, collaborate with peers and colleagues, and work directly with business clients to develop an understanding of business unit activities and products. They will also partner with business leaders and management of other corporate departments to develop and implement risk management programs.

Desired qualifications for this role include the ability to analyze employment law and regulatory issues, experience providing counsel and guidance regarding complex employment law issues, and in-house legal experience. The Senior Counsel should also have experience with FINRA matters and handling state and federal employment law matters of all types. Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a complex environment are also important qualifications.

The Senior Counsel role at Wells Fargo offers a comprehensive set of benefits, including a 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. The role may require up to 10% travel and a hybrid schedule of at least 3 days in the office per week.

Wells Fargo values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. The company is committed to building strong customer relationships while maintaining a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture. Employees are responsible for following applicable risk programs and making sound risk decisions. Wells Fargo maintains a drug-free workplace and offers accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

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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 Advice, Negotiation, Legal Document Drafting, Risk Assessment, Policy Development, Leadership, Collaboration, Communication, Arbitration, Litigation Management, Training, Mentoring, Project Management

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Interested candidates can apply through the Wells Fargo Careers website.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school, Active State Bar membership

Legal