Assistant Counsel, Litigation

Western Union•Denver, CO

1d•$155,000 - $175,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Assistant Counsel, Litigation – Denver, Colorado (Hybrid) Western Union is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Counsel, Litigation to join our high-performing and collaborative team. This role offers the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a broad range of litigation matters at a well-respected and purpose-driven global company. Our team values integrity, curiosity, and good humor: we work hard, support one another, and take pride in finding practical solutions to complex problems. If you are a litigator looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward. Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/ Salary The base salary range is $155,000 to $175,000 per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus annual incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies. Benefits You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment. Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate. Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week. We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws. Western Union is here for what's next. Each day, our diverse global teams invent and build new ways to send, save, and spend money. Wherever our customers are in the world, whatever currency they prefer, we're evolving to meet the demands of tomorrow. When we help make financial services more accessible to people everywhere, we transform lives and communities, positioning us to become the world's most accessible financial services company. That's our vision, and we need talented, forward-thinkers like you to help make it a reality.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admission to at least one U.S. state bar.
3 to 5 + years of meaningful litigation experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
Ability to provide clear, actionable legal advice based on thorough analysis.
Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills.
Experience with review of complex legal documents and/or preparation of complex legal responses/documents.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant technologies.

Responsibilities

Manage portfolio of assigned litigation matters, including commercial disputes, pre-litigation claims, arbitration demands, and escalated regulatory inquiries.
Serve as the primary in-house point of contact for outside counsel on designated matters, including strategy, staffing, and timelines.
Independently manage pre-litigation and arbitration matters, driving efficient and cost-effective resolution.
Partner with legal professionals and attorneys to address escalated subpoenas, consumer complaints, and eDiscovery issues.
Identify trends across disputes and provide feedback to internal stakeholders to mitigate future litigation risk.
Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Business colleagues on cross-functional projects.
Drive successful partnerships with outside counsel and manage litigation budgets.
Positively impact the customer experience.