Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section:

H1: Join Our Team as a Counsel in the Employment Division

H2: Full-Time Counsel Position Available in Various Locations

Company Overview:

- Wells Fargo is a leading financial services company with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
- We offer a comprehensive set of benefits to support the physical and financial health of our employees.
- Our employees are accountable for executing risk and compliance programs to ensure the success of our customers and company.

Job Title: Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section

Job Requisition ID: R-350049

Location(s):

- Saint Louis, MO
- San Francisco, CA
- Des Moines, IA
- Los Angeles, CA
- Minneapolis, MN
- Charlotte, NC

Time Type: Full-Time

Posted On: Posted Today

About the Role:

- As a Counsel in the Employment Division, you will join a team of attorneys responsible for handling employment-related legal issues for the company and its subsidiaries.
- This includes managing claims, litigation, and outside counsel relationships; providing advice and training to business line management and Human Resources; and developing policies, agreements, and contracts.
- For more information on our line of business, visit our external Careers Site at .

Responsibilities:

- Represent the company in complex litigation, negotiations, and settlement discussions related to employment issues.
- Provide guidance to internal clients on legal matters and review and analyze assignments or challenges.
- Manage complex claims and litigation, participate in initiatives, and support the work of more experienced counsel.
- Present recommendations for complex situations and provide leadership and direction for certain functions worldwide.
- Advise on policy, legal, and regulatory changes and provide guidance to less experienced counsel.
- Develop strategic direction for certain claims functions and collaborate with internal partners and stakeholders.
- Partner with business leaders and other corporate departments to implement risk management programs.

Required 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.

Desired Qualifications:

- Experience with management-side labor law, including organizing campaigns, collective bargaining, and labor-relations lawsuits.
- Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations.
- Experience with employment law matters in litigation and the administrative agency process.
- Ability to analyze employment law and regulatory issues and provide effective advice to clients.
- In-house legal experience and experience providing counsel and guidance on complex employment law issues.
- Knowledge of FINRA matters and experience handling arbitration of employment claims.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work while handling significant matters.
- Effective in building partnerships and working in a team.

Job Expectations:

- Position will require onsite presence from any of the required locations listed above.
- This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
- Relocation assistance is not available.

Salary Information:

- Pay Range: $96, - $206,

Benefits:

- Comprehensive set of benefits offered to full- and part-time employees, 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
- Adoption Reimbursement

Posting End Date: 30 May 2024

*Job posting may come down early due to 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 status protected by applicable law.

Candidates with Disabilities:

- To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy:

- Wells Fargo maintains a drug-free workplace.
- Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy for more information.

Not specified

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

Not specified

Legal Research, Negotiation, Risk Assessment, Compliance, Communication, Leadership

Juris Doctor degree

Interested candidates can apply through the Wells Fargo Careers website.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree and active State Bar membership

Legal