Lead Legal Operations

Wells Fargo

. Support daily activities of teams handling subpoenas, levies, and other legal document inquiries .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Legal Operations, with a strong focus on improving operational performance and implementing effective processes. Proven leadership capabilities in coaching and mentoring high-production teams in fast-paced environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Legal Operations Support ExperienceLeadership ExperienceLegal Order ProcessingAnalytical SkillsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Operational Performance ImprovementProcess ImplementationRisk AssessmentQuality ControlComplex Operational Tasks

Soft Skills

CoachingMentorshipIndependent JudgmentSolution-Oriented MindsetTime Management

Industry Keywords

SubpoenasLeviesLegal Document InquiriesCompliance RequirementsHigh-Stress Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support daily activities of teams handling subpoenas, levies, and other legal document inquiries
Improve team efficiency, quality control, and overall effectiveness
Provide feedback and present ideas for improving or implementing processes and tools
Perform or guide others on complex operational tasks and initiatives
Respond to escalated inquiries from internal and external customers, government agencies, and outside attorneys
Prioritize work independently and provide daily leadership and mentorship to the team
Lead projects and initiatives to improve operational performance, implement processes or procedures, and reduce risk exposure
Collaborate with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Interact with internal customers
Develop knowledge of functions, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements while exercising independent judgment

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of Legal Operations support experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
4+ years of leadership experience providing daily coaching, training, motivation, and performance feedback to high-production teams in high-stress environments
Prior experience with legal order processing
4+ years of experience leading projects or initiatives to improve operational performance, implement new or revised processes and procedures, and reduce risk exposure
Ability to identify potential operational issues and assess legal risks
Strong analytical skills with a solution-oriented mindset and ability to consistently meet deadlines
Track record of meeting or exceeding high production and quality standards
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-demand environment while managing multiple priorities
Ability to make timely, independent judgment decisions in a results-driven environment
Ability to independently prioritize work while providing daily leadership, guidance, and mentorship
Ability to work Monday–Friday within 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Ability to work at least one weekend day based on business need
Must attend the full duration of paid 6–8 weeks of training
Must reside within a commutable distance of a posted location and work on-site at either location
Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Robust benefits
Competitive compensation
Programs designed to support work-life balance and well-being
Community investment and recognition programs
Paid 6–8 weeks of on-the-job training
Frequent opportunities for overtime
Potential required overtime due to business need