Manager – Employment Law

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.Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Skills

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
  

The OpportunityWhen you join PwC Acceleration Centers (ACs), you step into a pivotal role focused on actively supporting various Acceleration Center services, from Advisory to Assurance, Tax and Business Services. In our innovative hubs, you’ll engage in challenging projects and provide distinctive services to support client engagements through enhanced quality and innovation. You’ll also participate in dynamic and digitally enabled training that is designed to grow your technical and professional skills.As part of the Office of General Counsel you will provide strategic guidance and support across various industries, securing compliance with regulations. As a Manager you will lead teams, mentor junior staff, and navigate complex legal challenges while building relationships with stakeholders and delivering quality legal solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal guidance across various sectors
• Lead teams in navigating complex legal challenges
• Mentor junior staff to enhance their legal knowledge
• Build relationships with stakeholders for collaboration
• Maintain compliance with regulations and legal standards
• Deliver quality legal solutions to meet client needs
• Analyze legal issues and provide actionable insights
• Drive initiatives that promote a culture of integrity
  

What You Must Have

• High School Diploma
• Bachelor's Degree in LLB
• 5 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required
  

What Sets You Apart

• LLB/ JD/LLM Degree
• Possessing considerable experience at reputable law firms
• Demonstrating a thorough understanding of employment and labor law
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance in professional services
• Managing multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment
• Building relationships with senior organizational members
• Exercising judgment regarding confidential information
• Familiarity with legal productivity technology tools