Counsel

PNC; United States; On-site; USD 134,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

PNC is seeking an experienced Counsel in Trust and Estates within the Corporate Governance group, based in Washington, DC. You will identify and manage legal risk for the organization, conduct in-depth legal research, and provide procedural guidance to support significant matters with internal and external counsel.

The role emphasizes enterprise-wide collaboration, risk oversight, and compliance with regulatory standards, with an expectation of strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Legal roles require a JD and bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.
• Typically 8+ years of industry-relevant experience.
• Active state license issued by multiple issuers.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and manages legal risk for the organization.
• Conducts research, provides procedural legal advice, and participates in significant matters.
• Provides enterprise perspective to inside and outside counsel.
• Reviews and prepares transactional and routine legal documentation.

Skills

Legal Compliance

Legal Consulting

Legal Practices

Legal Risk

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Assessments

Education

JD (Required)

Job description

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Counsel, Trust and Estates within PNC's Corporate Governance organization, you will be based in Washington D.C.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Identifies and manages legal risk for the organization.
• Conducts research, provides procedural legal advice, and participates in the support and resolution of significant legal matters.
• Provides enterprise perspective and partnership to inside and outside legal counsel.
• Reviews and prepares transactional and other routine legal documentation.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

• Legal Compliance
• Legal Consulting
• Legal Practices
• Legal Risk
• Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Assessments

Competencies

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Business Acumen
• Business Ethics
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking
• Effective Communications
• Establishing and Maintaining Trust
• External Resource Management
• Influencing
• Legal Analysis
• Legal Function
• Managing Multiple Priorities
• Problem Solving

Work Experience

Roles at this level require a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction. Industry-relevant experience is typically 8+ years.

Education

JD (Required)

Certifications

Active State License - Multiple Issuers

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $134,400.00 - $249,600.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/23/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back‑up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com .