Paralegal

Wells Fargo • Tempe, AZ • 1w ago

About this role:

The Wells Fargo Legal Services has an opening for a Paralegal within its Elder and Vulnerable Adult Financial Exploitation Reporting Team. For additional information on this line of business, refer to the external Careers Site at Wellsfargo.com/career

In this role, you will:

Provide support to a specialized area within the Legal Department using a high degree of analytical, communication and organizational skills

Research and resolve issues and matters which may involve substantial legal or factual complexity, through detailed research and examination of documentation and factual investigation

Provide substantiation and background for specific client inquiries, claims, disputes, cases and proceedings under the direction of an attorney

Present recommendations and exercise some independent judgement while developing specialty expertise

Identify issues in area of expertise and work independently on complex assignments without direct supervision

Prepare agreements, documents and pleadings, and provide research and background information under the direction of an attorney

Collaborate, consult, and provide information with Legal Department attorneys and staff, outside counsel and collaborate with line of business

Communicate with government entities as needed

Required Qualifications:

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

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with Elder and Vulnerable Adult Financial Exploitation regulatory reporting

Experience working with in-house legal counsel

Experience with EVAFE- Elderly and Vulnerable Adult Financial Exploitation Prevention Act

Experience working with Litigation

Experience facilitating communication with outside counsels

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Experience with analyzing statutes, working with rules and procedures and handling filings within different jurisdictions

Experience with reviewing and analyzing legal documents, utilizing templates and standard formats and general business writing

Strong analytical, organizational and research skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet strict deadlines and take direction from more senior paralegals and attorneys

Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) skills

Experience in handling business resolutions and Non-Disclosure Agreements

Financial industry experience

Job Expectations:

Ability to work on-site

Ability to work a hybrid schedule

Paralegal certification may be required in some states

Locations:

3201 N 4th Ave SIOUX FALLS, SD 57104

1305 W 23rd St TEMPE, AZ 85282

Paralegal within Legal Services/Elder Financial Abuse

Posting End Date:

26 Apr 2025

*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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-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.

Req Number: R-453441

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