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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. Skills 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. Role: OGC Director Job Requirements and Preferences At least 15 years of post-qualification legal experience, with a strong preference for at least 5 years’ experience as in-house counsel preferably for the Indian subsidiary of a multinational company Deep understanding of the key aspects of employment and labor law, including federal and local requirements. Preferred experience on employment laws for India, Shanghai, Kuala Lumpur, Manila Familiarity with the key regulatory and other legal requirements associated with the human capital component of the delivery of professional services in India, and experience with compliance with associated laws and regulations Litigation and arbitration experience is good to have Ability to work independently and pragmatically, identify risks and proposing business solutions while maintaining compliance with laws and regulations Ability to exercise intellectual agility, independent judgement, high levels of organization, attention to detail, autonomous balancing of tasks, ability to meet deadlines, and ability to handle high-pressure situations Experience collaborating with and managing outside counsel to obtain advice and develop solutions to legal problems in a rapid and cost-effective manner Ability to monitor legal and regulatory developments for impact on PwC’s business Experience building and maintaining relationships with senior members of an organization and their support teams Experience establishing processes and implementing systems to address recurring issues Excellent communication skills, in particular the ability to convey the practical consequences of complex legal issues to non-lawyers Ability to exercise judgment regarding confidential and sensitive information Business focus and willingness to work towards pragmatic solutions Ability to collaborate with others in a fast-paced environment Familiarity with legal and other productivity technology tools, and overall high level of digital acumen Key responsibilities Advise on employment law for Advisory/Consulting in India, Shanghai, Kuala Lumpur, Manila Support/lead restructures, litigation, arbitrations, M&A due diligence Oversee employee asset transfers between entities Review, draft, align employment policies, practices and employee communications across APAC Advise on hiring, terminations, investigations, compliance Deliver employment law training Team Management Proven experience managing and developing legal teams (minimum 2 direct reports) Educational Qualification LLB Show more Show less
