Office of the General Counsel Tech Transactions Attorney, Director

PwC • Chicago, IL • 2h ago

Specialty/Competency: IFS - Office of General Counsel (OGC)

Industry/Sector: Not Applicable

Time Type: Full time

A career in 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.

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 Legal Services team you focus on crafting, negotiating, and closing technology-focused agreements. As a Director, you set the strategic direction, lead business development efforts, and oversee multiple projects while maintaining impactful executive-level client relations. This role involves providing IP and legal guidance, managing technology transactions, and maintaining compliance with technology contract lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

Craft, negotiate, and close technology-focused agreements

Provide IP and legal guidance on technology transactions

Manage technology contract lifecycle processes

Maintain impactful client relations at the executive level

Oversee multiple projects to achieve strategic objectives

Set strategic direction for technology legal initiatives

Foster a culture of compliance and innovation

Confirm alignment with technology contract standards

What You Must Have

Juris Doctorate

5 years of experience advising on technology transactions agreements, as part of an IP transactional or technology transactions practice at a law firm and/or in a busy in-house environment

Member in good standing of a State Bar in which the position is located

What Sets You Apart

Proficiency in technology transactions and IP commercialization

Skilled negotiator of complex, high-value technology and IP commercialization agreements

Effective in resolving conflicts with high-revenue, high-demand clients under pressure

Maintain executive-level relationships in fast-paced, high-stakes environments

Strategic in aligning legal risk with business goals to drive successful outcomes

Proactive in managing contract lifecycles and addressing IP-related conflicts early

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.

As PwC is an?equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.?

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

The salary range for this position is: $122,500 - $504,500, 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, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

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