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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 within PNC’s Corporate & Securities organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.

This position is primarily based in a PNC location. Responsibilities require time in the office or in the field on a regular basis. Some responsibilities may be performed remotely, at manager’s discretion.

The primary responsibility will be to support PNC’s M&A activities, including supporting PNC’s private equity business and the unique needs that arise from the business operating as part of a financial services institution. Additional job responsibilities will include a broad range of other corporate and securities law matters, including:

• Supporting, as needed, ’33 Act and ’34 Act securities work, including public disclosure and securities offerings, redemptions and repurchases.
• Assisting with internal transactions, including assisting with preparation of corporate resolutions, closing documents and ancillary deliverables.
• Supporting special corporate projects and other tasks, projects, or duties as the need arises.
  Preferred skills include:
• Background in corporate and securities laws.
• Knowledge of M&A transactions and securities laws as they apply to public companies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Job Description

• Identifies and manages legal risk for the organization.
• Conducts research, provides substantive and procedural legal advice, and participates in significant legal matters.
• Manages outside counsel relationships and expense.
• Reviews and prepares transactional and other 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.

Competencies

Business Ethics – Knowledge of practices, behaviors, applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing proper business conduct; ability to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking – Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, and reach productive decisions.

Effective Communications – Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

External Resource Management – Ability to effectively manage the utilization of external services (e.g., product or platform vendors, service providers, contractors, consultants, outsourced functions).

Influencing – Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.

Legal Analysis – Knowledge of and ability to read, interpret and draw accurate conclusions from both legal and factual information.

Legal Function – Knowledge of the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the legal function or department; ability to provide legal consulting, advice and assistance.

Negotiating – Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. Specific certifications are often required.

Education

JD (Required)

Additional Job Description

Benefits

Disability Accommodations Statement:

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses.  Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace.  We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

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