Whistleblower Attorney

Job Description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates' physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.

We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description

This job is responsible for managing employment litigation and investigations related to whistleblower allegations arising under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Dodd-Frank Act, and other federal and state laws, including claims involving retaliation, fraud, and regulatory or compliance matters.

Key responsibilities include providing employment and labor legal counsel to Human Resources, Employee Relations, and line of business managers, including advising on legal risks, negotiating and drafting employment-related documents, interpreting policies, and applying applicable employment laws and regulations.

Job expectations include directing outside counsel, coordinating the work of paralegals and other legal staff, and supporting the resolution of employment-related legal matters and inquiries.

Responsibilities

Provides thought leadership and strategic advice on complex legal issues and implications to corporate functions

Provides clear, concise, actionable, and business-informed legal advice to leadership

Drives the creation of strategies and participates in negotiations to resolve legal and other risks presented by active matters, new technology, and anticipated regulatory changes

Interprets rulings, laws, and regulations

Drafts, reviews, and/or negotiates complex legal documents, such as regulatory filings, engagement letters, offering documents, and legal opinions

Supports company responses to government agency examinations and investigations, enforcement actions, private complaints, and litigation

Directs the work of outside counsel and other Legal staff, and trains, mentors, or supports the development of peers

Lead defense efforts on potential, threatened, and pending employment litigation matters, including advising on and leading investigations related to whistleblower allegations, retaliation, fraud, and regulatory or compliance concerns

Partner with Human Resources, Compliance, Risk, Audit, and other control functions to provide guidance on complex employment matters and legal risks

Report employment-related legal matters, policies, and initiatives to senior management and oversee related litigation activity, including the supervision of outside counsel

Required Qualifications

Admitted to state bar in good standing

Minimum of 15 years experience at a major law firm or corporate legal department

Minimum 10 years knowledge of HR and employment law related matters

Extensive experience with whistleblower claims and investigations, including legal and reporting requirements

Experience presenting complex issues in a clear and concise manner and provide succinct results-oriented legal advice for C-Suite Executives

Ability to field issues across a diverse set of legal fields

Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding and collaborative environment with many stakeholders

Independent, self-starter capable of prioritizing conflicting demands and handling multiple assignments simultaneously

Strong influencing and leadership skills, including decisiveness on both legal and business issues

Desired Qualifications

7+ years' experience supporting the financial services industry and/or broker/dealer businesses with respect to employment related legal issues

Skills

Advisory

Corporate Governance Management

Oral Communications

Stakeholder Management

Written Communications

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Issue Management

Legal Drafting and Writing

Relationship Building

Executive Presence

Interpret Relevant Laws, Rules, and Regulations

Presentation Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40

Pay Transparency details

US - DC - Washington - 1800 K St NW - 1800 K Street NW (DC1842), US - MA - Boston - 100 Federal St - 100 Federal St Lp (MA5100), US - NY - New York - ONE BRYANT PARK - BANK OF AMERICA TOWER (NY1100)

Pay range

$235,000.00 - $278,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.

Discretionary incentive eligible

This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.

Benefits

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.