Legal Counsel Senior Manager (12 FTC/Secondment)
- Employer
- PwC
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- 21 Sep 2024
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- Sector
- Accounting - practice
- Salary band
- Competitive
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Where will they be working
- Hybrid - mostly office
Job Details
PwC UK is seeking an experienced Commercial lawyer (with technology experience) to work in its Office of General Counsel commercial team, to support the continued growth of our UK business. The maternity leave cover will be for 12 months starting from mid/end September.
Our UK in-house legal team of nearly 50 lawyers is an experienced (20 in the commercial team), well established and supportive group of professionals, who are highly regarded by and well networked to the business, and who have strong relationships with a wide range of senior professionals in the organisation, including at Executive Board level.
Our commercial team is split between two hubs, one in London and the other in Birmingham. This role can be based in either location. Our team works in a hybrid way, splitting time between the office, home and client sites.
What your days will look like
The work is demanding, the deals are varied, and no day will be the same. You will be able to assimilate information quickly, get to the heart of a deal and advise the business not just on the legal and commercial aspects of any given deal, but on the project as a whole. You will work closely with our bid teams and our engagement delivery teams, you will have direct access to our clients and their legal teams and you will act as the face of PwC in transactions. The existing commercial team is highly valued by the business and we are very much seen as business enablers.
This role is for you if:
- Detailed knowledge of English Law, must possess at least 6 years' PQE (or equivalent) in a commercial team Post Qualification Experience (or an international equivalent).
- You will have experience in providing commercial legal advice, either within an in-house environment or within law firms, ideally working with clients similar to PwC or its competitors. You will also have excellent communication skills, the ability to build strong relationships and the capability to determine strategy and influence negotiations in an innovative business environment.
- Have broad experience of advising on technology implementation contracts and/or managed service, outsourcing and other commercial and IT related (software licences and SaaS) contracts and Strong drafting skills;
- Ability to handle complex negotiations using sound judgement to ensure that the firm's best interests are served;
- Ability to appreciate the wider reputational, commercial and business aspects of each deal;
- Sound judgement and well developed influencing skills, together with the confidence to work with senior management across the business; and ability to build strong relationships and become a trusted advisor to the business.
What you'll receive from us
No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.
We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.
Company
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We're committed to ensuring that care and our people's wellbeing remains central to our culture. While we may not know what’s ahead, we can do all we can to help shape the future. As we continue to navigate this unprecedented time, it’s important that we support our people, to help them take care of themselves and to ensure the right support is available when it’s needed.
For now, we ask you to join our talent network and stay in touch with what’s happening in real time, including new possibilities as they arise. Visit our website for more information on how we’re responding to this pandemic and what changes we’re making to our recruitment process.
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PwC
Opportunities are at the heart of a career with us. Opportunities for you to sharpen your skills, collaborate with experts, build lasting relationships and make an impact in a place where people, quality and value mean everything.
Our offer to you...
· Be part of the world’s leading professional services network and enjoy the benefits that come with that.
· Meet and collaborate with highly talented people from diverse backgrounds, developing new ways of thinking, creating value for you, for PwC and for our clients.
· Work in a challenging and stimulating environment where you’ll be inspired to reach your full potential.
· Identify and develop your skills, build on your existing strengths and discover new ones you didn’t know you had. Watch your expertise and influence grow with us.
The PwC deal
No matter which area of the business you choose to join, all offer the same deal. The opportunity to grow as an individual, to meet new people, and build lasting relationships that will stay with you for life. All whilst making an impact in a place where people, quality, and value, mean everything. Your hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a personally tailored benefits package.
What you need to bring to us
Your intellect, willingness to learn, ability to build relationships, put yourself in others’ shoes, while always making a positive impact with our clients and each other.
The skills, insights and connections you develop at PwC are career defining wherever your career may take you. It’s the opportunity of a lifetime. Take it.
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