Whistleblower Attorney

Bank of America

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Bank of America in Charlotte, NC is hiring an experienced employment litigation attorney to manage whistleblower investigations and advise HR, Employee Relations, and business managers on employment laws and risks.

The role directs outside counsel, coordinates paralegals, drafts complex documents, and supports resolution of employment-related matters and inquiries.

Qualifications

Admitted to state bar in good standing
Minimum 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 for C-Suite executives
Ability to work across diverse legal fields

Responsibilities

Provides thought leadership and strategic advice on complex legal issues to corporate functions
Provides concise, business-informed legal advice to leadership
Drives negotiation and strategy to resolve risks in active matters and regulatory changes
Interprets rulings, laws and regulations
Drafts and negotiates complex legal documents and engagement letters
Supports responses to examinations, investigations, and enforcement actions
Directs outside counsel and legal staff; mentors peers
Leads defense efforts for employment litigation and whistleblower investigations
Partners with HR, Compliance, Risk, Audit to guide complex employment matters
Reports matters and oversees related litigation activity to senior management

Skills

Advisory

Corporate Governance

Oral Communications

Written Communications

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Issue Management

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Executive Presence

Education

Doctorate degree in related field

Job description

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 drive Responsible Growth and deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders each day.

Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We foster 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 impacting 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.

Role Overview

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. It provides employment and labor legal counsel to Human Resources, Employee Relations, and business managers, advises on legal risks, negotiates and drafts employment‑related documents, and applies applicable employment laws and regulations. The role directs outside counsel, coordinates paralegal and legal staff, and supports 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
Leads 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
Partners with Human Resources, Compliance, Risk, Audit, and other control functions to provide guidance on complex employment matters and legal risks
Reports employment‑related legal matters, policies, and initiatives to senior management and oversees 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 providing 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