A career in the Office of General Counsel will provide you with the opportunity to be a part of the Firm's legal department by providing dedicated legal support in the areas of litigation, counselling, and corporate, commercial, and employment law. You'll play an important part in all aspects of regulatory proceedings involving the Firm and its personnel by supporting on regulatory issues, advising the Firm on matters relating to its operations, supporting the Firm's client contracting function, and advising on matters related to employees.
Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.
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Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
- Lead in line with our values and brand.
- Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
- Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
- Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
- Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
- Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
- Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
- Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
The Opportunity
As part of the Office of General Counsel's Counseling group, you will provide legal advice to PwC's professionals, leadership, and risk management on various business issues, regulatory (covering multiple industries) and commercial disputes. Counselors also review and advise on engagement letters and other agreements related to client work.
Responsibilities
- Provide pragmatic, strategic legal advice to PwC's professionals and leadership
- Manage on a time-sensitive and agile basis multiple legal matters and projects in various industries and sectors, identifying and analyzing complex legal issues
- Pivot efficiently and effectively between various different legal topical areas and types of matters from regulatory, contract and agreement drafting and review and commercial disputes
- Develop and maintain trusted advisor relationships with PwC's professionals and leadership in the business, in OGC and in various business services team
- Uphold adherence to quality, integrity, and inclusion standards
What You Must Have
- Juris Doctorate
- At least 5 years of experience handling commercial dispute and/or litigation and/or regulatory enforcement matters
What Sets You Apart
- 7+ years of prior experience handling litigation and/or regulatory enforcement matters
- Demonstrating thought leader-level abilities in handling complex legal issues involving significant risk and requiring the application of seasoned judgment
- Analyzing complex legal/regulatory/business issues effectively and providing appropriate legal advice regarding applicable legal and professional standards often on a time-sensitive basis
- Negotiating legal issues with proficiency
- Building consensus and delivering difficult messages and assisting in developing policies and procedures designed to enhance quality and manage risk
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
The salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $495,500, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance