About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo & Company is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth and Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 34 on Fortune’s 2024 rankings of America’s largest corporations. We ranked fourth in assets and third in the market value of our common stock among all U.S. banks at December 31, 2024.

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Our vision is to advance the Company's strategy, support its transformation, and effectively manage risk through a team known for collaboration, sound judgment, and proactive advice.

We support our vision with four strategic pillars: Integrated Business Advice, Risk Management, Talent & Leadership Development, and Operational Excellence. #LegalDeptJobs

The Role

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.

Specifically, this leader will:

• 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.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will demonstrate effectiveness in building and developing high-performing teams focused on driving business results through effective leadership and team member engagement; contributing to a broad strategy with an enterprise focus; and embodying our Company Expectations. The successful candidate will also be effective in establishing strong working relationships with senior leadership and will be regarded as a trusted advisor on legal and regulatory issues, business strategy, risk management, and business management in a manner that is consistent with Company goals and expectations.

Required Qualifications:

• 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

Desired Qualifications:

• 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

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.

Posting End Date:

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. 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.

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.

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.