Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

The Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section position at Wells Fargo is an exciting opportunity for a skilled attorney to join a dynamic legal team. The role involves handling a wide range of employment-related legal issues for the company and its subsidiaries, including managing administrative agency claims, litigation, and outside counsel relationships. This position offers a competitive salary range of $96, - $188, and a comprehensive benefits package.

H1: Counsel - Employment Counseling & Litigation Section at Wells Fargo
H2: Join a Dynamic Legal Team and Handle Employment-Related Legal Issues

Key Responsibilities:
- Represent Wells Fargo in highly complex litigation, negotiations, settlement discussions, and claims-related legal issues
- Provide guidance and advice to internal clients on legal matters
- Manage highly complex claims and litigation
- Develop and draft policies, plans, agreements, and contracts
- Collaborate with internal partners and stakeholders
- Advise on the impact of policy, legal, and regulatory changes
- Provide leadership and direction for certain complex functions worldwide
- Develop strategic direction for claims functions and manage related policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate risk
- Partner with business leaders and management of other corporate departments to implement risk management programs

Qualifications:
- 2+ years of law experience or equivalent
- 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
- Experience with handling employment law matters in litigation and the administrative agency process
- Ability to analyze and provide effective advice on complex employment legal matters
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work effectively in a complex environment with a high degree of collaboration
- Experience in labor law and handling arbitration of employment claims before FINRA, AAA, JAMS, or other arbitration forums is a plus

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary range of $96, - $188,
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) plan, paid time off, parental leave, health benefits, and more
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company

Company Culture:
- Wells Fargo values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates
- Employees are encouraged to build strong customer relationships while maintaining a risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture
- Emphasis on proactive monitoring, risk identification and escalation, and making sound risk decisions

Application Requirements:
- Position requires onsite presence at one of the following locations: Charlotte, NC; Des Moines, IA; Los Angeles, CA; Minneapolis, MN; Saint Louis, MO
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position
- Application deadline is 16 May 2024, but may close early due to volume of applicants

At Wells Fargo, we believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We value different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement to all qualified individuals. Join our team and be a part of a company that values diversity and supports the success of its employees.

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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, leadership, communication, organizational, project management

Bachelor's degree, law degree

Interested candidates should apply through the Wells Fargo Careers website at and search for job requisition id R-365264.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree, law degree, active state bar membership or equivalent

Legal