Job Description

PwC - Legal & Compliance - Director

- At least 15 years of post-qualification legal experience, with a strong preference for considerable experience as in-house counsel, preferably for the Indian subsidiary of a multinational company (or Indian multinational)

- Deep understanding of the key aspects of general corporate matters, with specific focus on secretarial matters, commercial contracts negotiations, consolidation of operations, cross-border services agreements, and setting up new legal entities or operations within India and APAC Countries

- In-depth knowledge of the key regulatory and other legal requirements associated with the operations of a company in India, and experience in compliance with associated laws and regulations

- Ability to work independently and pragmatically, identify risks and proposing business solutions while maintaining compliance with laws and regulations

- Independent judgment, 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

- Experience working with teams in other countries and time zones

- 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