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Attorney
Corporate - General
Min 4 yrs required
Salary Information: The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. # Senior Counsel - Corporate Governance ## Job Description Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Counsel in the Legal Department as part of the Corporate Governance section of the Enterprise Functions division. The Counsel will provide legal support and guidance to the Board of Directors and Committees of Wells Fargo & Company, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. and assist with the preparation of the Wells Fargo Proxy Statement and related processes. This position will also monitor developments in, and guide, governance practices and policies for the Company, review Governance Guidelines and Committee charters, Company by-laws and other corporate documents and policies, and proactively identify policy, legal, and regulatory matters pertaining to area of expertise. ## Job Responsibilities - Provide legal support and guidance to the Board of Directors and Committees of Wells Fargo & Company, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. - Assist with the preparation of the Wells Fargo Proxy Statement and related processes, including director independence processes (e.g., D&O questionnaire), and Annual Shareholders Meeting - Monitor developments in, and guide, governance practices and policies for the Company - Draft and review minutes, resolutions and board & committee meeting materials - Review Governance Guidelines and Committee charters, Company by-laws and other corporate documents and policies - Proactively identify policy, legal, and regulatory matters pertaining to area of expertise, and evaluate the legal risk and impact - Independently resolve moderately complex issues and lead team to meet deliverables - Exercise considerable discretion and may serve as the primary legal contact for assigned clients - Collaborate within the department and across business and staff functions to address legal and risk issues in a manner consistent with the best interests of Wells Fargo. - Coach, mentor, and provide oversight for less experienced staff - Lead initiatives of varying scope and complexity - Manage outside counsel and other service providers, as needed ## Qualifications - 4+ years of Law experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education - Active State Bar membership - Experience with legal issues specific to corporate governance, Delaware General Corporate Law and exchange listing standards - Experience with bank regulations relating to governance is a plus but not required - Experience drafting and reviewing minutes, resolutions and board & committee meeting materials - Securities law knowledge including Proxy Statements, Forms 8-K, no-action letters - “Always learning” attitude about emerging trends and risks in corporate governance - Experience as a practicing attorney - Strong attention to detail and accuracy - Superior organizational and analytical skills - Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills - Ability to work effectively in a complex environment with a high degree of collaboration ## Job Expectations - Ability to work a hybrid schedule, in office at least 3 days a week - Ability to work at one of our approved job posting locations ## Locations - New York, NY - Minneapolis, MN - Des Moines, IA - Charlotte, NC - Washington, D.C. ## Salary Information The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. ## Overview Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Counsel in the Legal Department as part of the Corporate Governance section of the Enterprise Functions division. The Counsel will provide legal support and guidance to the Board of Directors and Committees of Wells Fargo & Company, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. and assist with the preparation of the Wells Fargo Proxy Statement and related processes. This position will also monitor developments in, and guide, governance practices and policies for the Company, review Governance Guidelines and Committee charters, Company by-laws and other corporate documents and policies, and proactively identify policy, legal, and regulatory matters pertaining to area of expertise. This position is a full time position and is available at locations including Minneapolis, MN, Charlotte, NC, New York, NY, Des Moines, IA, and Washington, D.C. The salary for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience. ## Responsibilities - Provide legal support and guidance to the Board of Directors and Committees of Wells Fargo & Company, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. - Assist with the preparation of the Wells Fargo Proxy Statement and related processes, including director independence processes (e.g., D&O questionnaire), and Annual Shareholders Meeting - Monitor developments in, and guide, governance practices and policies for the Company - Draft and review minutes, resolutions and board & committee meeting materials - Review Governance Guidelines and Committee charters, Company by-laws and other corporate documents and policies - Proactively identify policy, legal, and regulatory matters pertaining to area of expertise, and evaluate the legal risk and impact - Independently resolve moderately complex issues and lead team to meet deliverables - Exercise considerable discretion and may serve as the primary legal contact for assigned clients - Collaborate within the department and across business and staff functions to address legal and risk issues in a manner consistent with the best interests of Wells Fargo. - Coach, mentor, and provide oversight for less experienced staff - Lead initiatives of varying scope and complexity - Manage outside counsel and other service providers, as needed ## Qualifications
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4+ years of Law experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following work experience, training, military experience, education, Active State Bar membership
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