Director – Office of General Council
PWC
5 - 10 years
Bengaluru
Posted: 24/05/2025
Job Description
Line of Service
Internal Firm ServicesIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
M&A LegalManagement Level
DirectorJob Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in legal services offer comprehensive legal solutions and advice to internal stakeholders and clients, maintaining compliance with regulations and minimising legal risks. These individuals provide strategic guidance and support across various industries.Those in corporate law at PwC will provide legal advice and support to clients on various corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and compliance. You will leverage experience in corporate law and the ability to navigate complex legal frameworks.
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.
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.
Activities to be performed:
● Lead the review and finalization of various client service agreements for the Firm with focus on Intellectual Property and Artificial Intelligence. ● Interacting with internal clients providing guidance to the technology/assets team, product developers, client-facing teams, firm leadership, external vendors, clients, procurement officers, and lawyers. ● Having a firm foundational understanding of intellectual property (IP) and IP commercialization and must be familiar with the entire technology contract lifecycle, from product counseling to post-signature contract compliance. ● Demonstrating experience with various forms of technology, ideally across various industries and market segments, understanding the landscape for commercializing technology. Prior experience in Artificial Intelligence space will be an added advantage. ● Providing IP, legal, and commercial guidance to product developers and business owners, and negotiating technology agreements of every kind. ● Possessing experience as a technical professional in technology transactions. ● Liaising with multiple stakeholders and driving consensus. ● Delivering unwelcome news in an appropriate and diplomatic manner. ● Acting as an individual contributor, but also within a small team in a large enterprise
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Articles of Incorporation, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Complying With Regulations, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Finance, Corporate Structuring, Corporate Transactions, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Influence, Innovation, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Legal Advice, Legal Analysis, Legal Project Management, Legal Strategy {+ 15 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Government Clearance Required?
Job Posting End Date
About Company
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is a global professional services firm providing audit, tax, and consulting services. PwC helps organizations manage financial risks, comply with regulations, and improve performance through its expertise in industries like finance, healthcare, and technology.
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