Wells Fargo
Lead Paralegal - Corporate Governance
CHICAGO, IL
Dec 10, 2024
Full-time
Full Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Paralegal the Legal Department as part of the Corporate Governance section of the Public, Regulatory and Corporate Affairs division. For additional information on this line of business, refer to the external Careers Site at Wellsfargo.com/career.


In this role, you will:

  • Provide logistical assistance to the Corporate Responsibility Committee, including drafting agendas, setting timelines for review of materials, distributing materials and drafting initial minutes
  • Provide logistical assistance (as described above) and substantive support to the Company’s Governance and Nominating Committee (GNC), including drafting initial sets of certain GNC materials and conducting benchmarking and research to facilitate the GNC’s review of governance matters
  • Director / Executive Officer Onboarding/Offboarding
  • Maintain Certificate of Incorporation – conformed copy
  • Coordinate with other paralegals on the team to address information requests from a variety of stakeholders, requests for Secretary Certificates for other stakeholders’ use in transactions etc (including Certificate of Incorporation / By-Laws / good standing certificates), and submitting relevant NYSE interim written affirmations
  • Develop and provide subject matter knowledge in a specialized area of law, researches and resolves issues and matters involving the most substantial legal and factual complexity, through examination of documentation, investigation and analysis
  • Work independently on the most complex assignments, including client inquiries, transactions and projects, claims, disputes, cases and proceedings, and produces concise written materials for clients, attorneys or outside counsel
  • Support highly complex areas within the department requiring advanced analytical, written and oral communication, and organizational skills
  • Provide support across functions and business lines
  • Identify and resolve issues which may impact multiple business lines or the enterprise
  • Work closely with risk, compliance and audit, responding to reporting inquiries
  • Recognize and properly escalate significant matters
  • Identify underlying issues and work independently on the most complex assignments
  • Lead initiatives within the Legal Department, including developing or improving key processes
  • Provide support to attorneys and business lines
  • Collaborate and consult with internal partners to resolve inquiries and issues


Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of Paralegal experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience provide logistical assistance to board committees, including drafting agendas, setting timelines for review of materials, distributing materials and drafting initial minutes
  • Experience drafting Secretary Certificates for other stakeholders’ use in transactions (including Certificate of Incorporation / By-Laws / good standing certificates), and submitting relevant NYSE interim written affirmations
  • Experience maintaining organizational documents, e.g., Certificates of Incorporation
  • Experience with managing projects and risk control oversight
  • Experience working in-house
  • Understanding of Federal banking regulations and US state corporate law
  • Strong research skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision

Job Expectations:

  • Position will require onsite presence from any of the required locations listed below
  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Locations:

    New York, NY

    Minneapolis, MN

    Charlotte, NC

    Des Moines, IA

    Chicago, Il

    Boston, MA

    Washington, D.C.

    Irving, Texas

    Pay Range

    Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

    $35.14 - $74.95

    Benefits

    Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

    • Health benefits
    • 401(k) Plan
    • Paid time off
    • Disability benefits
    • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
    • Parental leave
    • Critical caregiving leave
    • Discounts and savings
    • Commuter benefits
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Scholarships for dependent children
    • Adoption reimbursement

    Posting End Date:

    29 Dec 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; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment 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.

    Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

    Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

    Applicants 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 to learn more.

    Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

    a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

    b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

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