Senior Counsel, Litigation & Outside Counsel Strategy

PNC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with match

Pension and stock purchase plans

Generous paid time off

Job summary

PNC is seeking a Senior Counsel in its Corporate Governance group, based in Pittsburgh, PA or a hub location. The role oversees significant litigation, selects outside counsel, and aligns legal strategies with risk management and corporate objectives.

Candidates should have a JD and 8+ years of industry experience, with a license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction. In-office culture emphasizes collaboration, ethics, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction.
• Industry-relevant experience typically 8+ years.

Responsibilities

• Manages actual and threatened litigation for multiple lines of business.
• Selects and manages outside counsel as needed.
• Oversees legal research, analysis, consultation, and documentation within a framework of legal compliance and risk management.
• Provides strategic direction on when to leverage outside counsel.

Skills

Legal Compliance

Legal Consulting

Legal Risk

Regulatory Compliance

Negotiating

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

PNC is seeking a Senior Counsel in its Corporate Governance group, based in Pittsburgh, PA or a hub location. The role oversees significant litigation, selects outside counsel, and aligns legal strategies with risk management and corporate objectives.

Candidates should have a JD and 8+ years of industry experience, with a license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction. In-office culture emphasizes collaboration, ethics, and comprehensive benefits.