Senior Counsel – AVP, Third Party Contracting

Wells Fargo

. Provide legal support for complex third-party commercial and technology transactions .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $139,000 - $217,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting and negotiating complex third-party commercial and technology agreements, with a strong focus on risk management and compliance in regulated industries. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with clients and colleagues while leading projects and mentoring junior staff.

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Active State Bar MembershipComplex Third-Party Commercial AgreementsTechnology TransactionsThird-Party Risk ManagementLegal Advice in Financial Services

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Hard Skills

Drafting AgreementsNegotiating ContractsRisk ManagementContract InterpretationDispute ResolutionRegulatory ComplianceLegal ResearchIssue ResolutionTechnology TransactionsCloud Computing

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringProblem SolvingCommunicationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Public DatabasesCompany Websites

Certifications & Qualifications

Active State Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Commercial TransactionsTechnology TransactionsPayment TechnologiesArtificial IntelligenceEmerging TechnologiesFinancial ServicesRegulated Industry

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal support for complex third-party commercial and technology transactions
Draft and negotiate a wide variety of agreements with partners, clients, and colleagues
Manage related work performed by outside counsel
Advise clients on risk management, conflict resolution, contract interpretation, compliance, remediation, and enforcement
Support third-party technology, data services, payment transaction processing, third-party risk management, and regulatory matters
Advise on the impact of policy, legal, and regulatory changes
Identify and analyze complex legal issues, develop conclusions, and recommend issue resolutions
Collaborate with partners, clients, and colleagues to resolve issues and achieve goals
Lead projects and teams or mentor less experienced staff
Work directly with clients and develop an in-depth understanding of business unit activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of law experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of work experience, training, military experience, or education
Active State Bar membership or the equivalent in a country outside the United States
Experience drafting and negotiating complex third-party commercial and technology agreements
Experience with technology transactions involving cloud computing, software, hardware and other computing devices, data services, artificial intelligence, payment technologies, or other emerging technologies
Experience with third-party risk management, contract interpretation, dispute resolution, and regulatory matters
Experience providing legal advice in financial services or another regulated industry
Ability to research law and regulations and develop advice on complex legal issues using public and company websites and databases
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex environment with a high degree of collaboration
Position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Must be able to work onsite from Charlotte, NC or Minneapolis, MN
Ability to work a hybrid schedule, in office at least 3 days a week

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Incentive opportunities may be available