Senior Counsel, Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

Location:
United States, New York ▼
Charlotte

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

139000.00 - 260000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Counsel in the Markets Section of the Legal Department to support the commodities and derivatives trading businesses. This position is responsible for providing legal services, advice and counsel to the commodities and derivatives trading businesses of Wells Fargo Bank and its affiliates.

Job Responsibility:

Lead or participate in provision of regulatory, structuring, documentation and transactional support related to commodities and derivatives transactions
Provide legal advice and counsel to the commodities and derivatives businesses including sales, trading, credit, compliance, and operations functions
Review and analyze moderately complex challenges for the commodities and derivatives businesses that require an in-depth evaluation of variable factors
Manage highly complex matters of legal significance to the commodities and derivatives businesses business and develop and render opinions, consult with, and advise clients on legal and regulatory matters
Provide guidance to the commodities and derivatives businesses on legal matters to assist with legal risk assessment, planning and policy decisions, claims against the Company, probability of loss, and develop cost-effective risk mitigation strategies
Draft complex legal documents, review and negotiate documents prepared by outside counsel
Independently resolve moderately complex legal issues and lead team to meet deliverables
Identify and analyze complex legal issues, develop conclusions, and make recommendations for issue resolution
Develop the overall legal coverage strategy and philosophy of support for the commodities and derivatives businesses
Educate, train, and supervise less experienced attorneys within the Legal department
Collaborate with peers, colleagues, and mid-level managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Lead projects, teams, or serve as a mentor for less experienced staff
Work directly with business clients and develop an in-depth understanding of commodities and derivatives business activities and products
Partner with business leaders and management of other corporate departments to develop and implement risk management programs

Requirements:

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 or the equivalent in a country outside the United States

Nice to have:

3+ years of significant experience in representing clients with respect to commodities and derivatives transactions including experience with physically settled crude oil and refined products, natural gas, metals and commodity linked financing structures
Significant knowledge and experience with U.S. laws, rules and regulations relevant to commodities and derivatives transactions including product and banking laws
bankruptcy laws
laws relating to secured transactions and creditors’ rights
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Experience building partnerships and consulting effectively with leadership
Ability to execute in a fast paced, high demand environment while balancing multiple priorities

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:
August 06, 2025

Expiration:
August 15, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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