Overview
PwC Ireland is seeking an experienced Commercial lawyer to work in its Office of General Counsel (OGC) team, to support the continued growth of our Irish business, primarily in the consulting, technology, and managed services space. Our technology practice has grown significantly over the past few years and we anticipate this continuing and increasing into the future.
You will have at least 6 years’ experience in providing commercial legal advice, preferably 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. The work is demanding and 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 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 negotiations. The Irish OGC team is led by the General Counsel and consists of four other Legal Counsel; this role provides exposure to a broad range of in-house matters and opportunities to develop new areas of legal expertise. The successful candidate will report to the OGC Director and will have access to PwC training and a defined career structure.
Key responsibilities include:
* Independently negotiating, managing and running complex contract negotiations on behalf of OGC, including non-standard/client contracts, public body contracts, and global framework agreements, MSAs or other multi-territory contracts
* Negotiating commercial contracts with a focus on technology implementation contracts, managed services, outsourcing and other IT-related contracts
* Be the OGC point of contact and lead OGC contracts lawyer for technology contracting for the Firm
* Advise on data protection law and review and negotiate data protection terms in client and supplier agreements
* Collaborate with the wider PwC network on cross-border deals including Global Framework Agreements and Master Services Agreements
* Take responsibility for creating new precedents and guidance notes for use throughout PwC’s business
* Keep abreast of changes in current law and regulations to keep the business up to date
* Work closely with other OGC team members while managing a diverse and heavy workload
Key requirements
* Detailed knowledge of Irish law, at least 6 years’ PQE (or equivalent); top-tier law firm experience or in-house experience is an advantage
* Proven experience in commercial contracts negotiation with a focus on technology implementation, managed services, outsourcing and other IT-related contracts
* Experience in handling privacy and data protection topics is an advantage but not a requirement
* Strong drafting skills
* Ability to handle complex negotiations with sound judgment and to serve the firm’s best interests
* Ability to appreciate wider reputational, commercial and business aspects of each deal
* Adaptive, open-minded and innovative approach
* Sound judgment and well-developed influencing skills; ability to work with senior management
* Ability to build strong relationships and become a trusted advisor to the business
Other information
* Line of Service: Internal Firm Services
* Industry/Sector: Not Applicable
* Specialism: IFS - Office of General Counsel (OGC)
* Management Level: Senior Manager
* Job function: Legal
* Industries: Professional Services
We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process as needed.
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