Associate General Counsel - Managing Director, Head of Corporate Governance, Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

Location:
United States, New York ▼
Charlotte

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

249500.00 - 518300.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Associate General Counsel and Managing Director will lead a team of attorneys and legal professionals that provides advice support on general corporate law, corporate governance, and legal entity matters and activities for Wells Fargo & Company (WFC), Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (WFBNA), and all of their respective subsidiaries and controlled legal entities. The legal advice and support provided by the Corporate Governance Section also includes Executive Compensation matters and Investor and other Stakeholder Engagement.

Job Responsibility:

Provide guidance and advice on corporate governance and executive compensation matters to management and the Board
Prepare and oversee the distribution of meeting materials for the board and its committees
Draft and maintain corporate records, including minutes, proxy statements, resolutions, and other legal documents
Support the board in its oversight responsibilities, including monitoring risk and performance
Design, develop, and implement corporate governance frameworks and policies
Ensure that governance processes are efficient and effective, including risk and control processes and procedures designed to mitigate or prevent governance risks
Identify and address potential governance issues
Communicate with shareholders and other stakeholders on corporate governance matters
Ensure that the company's governance practices are transparent and accountable
Accurately and transparently escalate and explain relevant legal matters and trends to senior executives
Operate with the highest levels of ethics and integrity

Requirements:

8+ years of Law experience, or equivalent experience demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
4+ years of management experience
Active State Bar membership or the equivalent in a country outside the United States

Nice to have:

Demonstrated experience in corporate governance
experience supporting Board of Director and senior level executives
Strong knowledge of corporate laws, corporate governance principles and regulations
Experience with Executive Compensation at large, complex institutions
Experience working with regulatory agencies with responsibility for supervision of functions supported by the Section
Proven client relationship and interpersonal skills at the senior executive level, including the ability to provide valuable and trusted advice to clients and colleagues on legal, business management and regulatory questions
Excellent written and oral communication, influence and negotiation skills
Proven ability to (i) adapt quickly to a changing or crisis environment while building relationships and negotiating for desired outcomes, (ii) work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, (iii) understand complex business activities and operations, (iv) prioritize among competing demands, and (v) develop and maintain relationships of trust with business leaders

What we offer:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 06, 2025

Expiration:
August 31, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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