Legal EEO Counsel

Wells Fargo • Charlotte, NC • 7h ago

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Legal EEO Counsel join the Employment & Investigations Division of the Wells Fargo Legal Department.

In this role, you will:

Analyze and respond to legal claims with the EEOC, NLRB, and other agencies, including managing highly complex claims and related legal issues

Submit company responses to employment discrimination claims, labor practice charges, and attorney demand letters

Attend mediations, settlement conferences, and agency investigations, including drafting and finalizing settlement documents

Participate in initiatives of varying scope and complexity while identifying opportunities for process improvements

Represent the Company in complex claims, negotiations, settlement discussions, and claims-related legal matters

Provide guidance to internal clients on legal matters and advise on policy, legal, and regulatory changes

Review and analyze assignments requiring research, evaluation, and independent judgment to deliver medium- to high-risk outcomes

Manage highly complex claims while presenting recommendations and exercising independent judgment in complex situations

Support more experienced counsel and collaborate with outside counsel on complex matters while guiding less experienced team members

Develop strategic direction for claims functions and collaborate with stakeholders and business leaders to implement risk management programs

Required Qualifications:

2+ 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

Desired Qualifications:

Experience as a practicing attorney investigating merits of administratively filed employment claims and evaluating legal risk of those claims

Experience writing persuasive legal responses to the EEOC, NLRB, and various agencies, including responding to letters submitted by the employee's attorney

Experience conducting research, analyzing and responding to discrimination and labor cases

Knowledge of employment law, anti-discrimination law, and labor relations

Experience participating in agency onsite investigations, legal negotiations, mediations, and settlement conferences

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work while handling multiple matters

Effective in building partnerships, functioning well with project teams, and working for the success of the team

Participating in employment law subject matter working groups

Job Expectations:

Ability to work a hybrid schedule in one of the posted locations, in office at least 3 days a week

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Relocation assistance is not available for this position

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$100,000.00 - $179,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/life-at-wells-fargo/benefits) 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:

3 Jun 2026

*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 (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-542640

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