Wells Fargo is seeking an Junior Company Secretary/Counsel (AVP) for its Legal Department, supporting the Office of the Corporate Secretary. The role focuses on legal entity governance and regulatory compliance across India and the Philippines, ensuring timely filings, maintaining statutory records, and supporting board and committee processes in line with applicable laws and internal policies.
In this role, you will:
- Participate in less complex initiatives and identify opportunity for process improvements
- Represent the Company in highly complex litigation, negotiations, settlement discussions, and claims-related legal issues
- Provide guidance to internal clients on legal matters
- Review and analyze basic assignments or challenges that require research, evaluation, and selection of alternatives, and exercise independent judgment to guide medium risk deliverables
- Manage highly complex claims and litigation
- Participate in initiatives of varying scope and complexity
- Support the work of more experienced counsel along with professional staff on complex matters or may consult with more experienced counsel and outside counsel on complex matters
- Present recommendations for complex situations and exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
- Provide leadership and direction for certain complex functions worldwide
- Advise on the impact of policy, legal, and regulatory changes
- Provide guidance to less experienced counsel or paralegals
- Develop the strategic direction for certain claims functions and management of related policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate risk
- Collaborate with functional colleagues, internal partners, and stakeholders
- Partner with business leaders and management of other corporate departments to develop and implement risk management programs
- 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
- Qualified Company Secretary (ACS) with 2 plus years of post-qualification experience.
Strong understanding of Indian corporate laws and regulatory frameworks.
Proficiency in drafting and documentation.
Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Statutory Compliance & Filings
Prepare and file statutory forms and returns with regulatory authorities such as the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Registrar of Companies (ROC), and SEBI, ensuring timely and accurate submissions in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013 and other applicable laws. - Board & Committee Support
Assist in organizing and conducting board and committee meetings, including drafting agendas, notices, resolutions, and minutes, as well as logistics for video conference and recording, if required. Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of meeting records in compliance with governance standards. - Legal Entity Governance
Support legal entity lifecycle activities including incorporation, restructuring, and closure. Maintain statutory registers and records and ensure alignment with internal governance frameworks. - Internal Controls & Risk Management
Contribute to the implementation and monitoring of internal control mechanisms related to secretarial and compliance functions. Identify gaps and recommend improvements to mitigate governance and regulatory risks. - Audit & Inspection Readiness
Coordinate with internal and external auditors during secretarial audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance reviews. Ensure availability and accuracy of documentation and respond to audit queries in a timely manner. - Policy Adherence & Regulatory Monitoring
Stay updated on changes in corporate laws and regulations. Support the implementation of revised policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance and mitigate legal exposure. - Stakeholder Coordination
Liaise with internal departments (Legal, Finance, HR) and external advisors (consultants, auditors) to facilitate governance and compliance activities. Provide support in cross-functional projects involving regulatory or entity-level changes. - Exposure to multinational corporate governance practices.
- Familiarity with secretarial software and digital compliance platforms.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional legal and compliance team
13 Nov 2025
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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