Line of Service Internal Firm Services Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism IFS - Office of General Counsel (OGC) Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary Permanent Sydney - Full Time – Hybrid We are looking for an experienced technology lawyer to join the Office of General Counsel (OGC) team to deliver advice and solutions to help PwC Australia embrace opportunities and solve important problems. As a Manager in OGC, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our business stakeholders and clients across Australia and other firms in the PwC Network. Why PwC? At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You’ll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential. Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we’re building trust and shaping the future. What you’ll do: Provide commercially focused and pragmatic advice to our business clients on a wide range technology related matters and initiatives in a supportive and dynamic team environment. Work closely with PwC’s technology, business, risk and other key stakeholders, other lawyers in the OGC team, and with other firms across the PwC Network on cross-jurisdictional matters that involve the Network’s complex governance and legal structures. Undertake detailed procurement and contract analysis across a diverse range of technology and service engagements. You will consider how each arrangement contributes to the delivery of PwC’s professional services and assess risks across key areas such as intellectual property, data security, privacy and confidentiality. Apply a broad generalist perspective supported by expertise in intellectual property to effectively review contracts and identify risks associated with the procurement, deployment and use of new and emerging technologies. Draft, negotiate and advise on a wide range of commercial and technology agreements, ensuring that contractual terms align with PwC’s commercial objectives and compliance requirements. Contribute to the development and negotiation of strategic alliances, collaboration agreements and technology partnerships that underpin PwC’s business model and drive growth across the Network. Support the implementation of governance frameworks and policies that manage legal and operational risk in a technology-enabled environment. The opportunity to grow as a lawyer by developing a deep understanding of technology, data and innovation. You will work at the intersection of law, business and emerging technologies — building expertise that will keep you in demand and future-ready in a rapidly changing market. What we’re looking for: 4 years PQE, including relevant experience in technology, procurement and/or commercial contracting matters. Communicate with clarity and simplicity, bringing confidence and optimism to complex issues. You are a practical problem-solver who focuses on enabling the business and finding solutions, provide clear, actionable advice that supports informed decision-making and drives progress. Strong understanding of technology-related legal risks, including intellectual property, data protection, security, and third-party governance. You are skilled at assessing and articulating risk in context, helping the business make informed, risk-based commercial decisions. Enjoy a variety and thrive in a role that requires both breadth and depth. You can manage competing priorities across multiple projects, from contract drafting and negotiation to advising on technology partnerships, cross-border collaborations and governance frameworks. Relationship-oriented and collaborative, able to influence with impact across diverse stakeholder groups within PwC and across the PwC Network. You take a pragmatic and solutions-driven approach, working with a team that delivers meaningful outcomes while supporting the flexibility and balance you need outside the office. Curious and open-minded about technology, including the use of AI in legal and business contexts. You are comfortable experimenting with and adopting new tools, and you share your learnings with the team to improve the way we work and deliver value to our clients. What you’ll gain: The opportunity to work with leading organisations and cutting-edge technology that challenge and expand your expertise. Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work—balancing what’s best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together. Clear paths for career progression supported by continuous learning and leadership development. Generous leave entitlements including four weeks’ annual leave and float public holidays to support your work-life balance. A world-class parental leave policy offering up to 26 weeks of leave for caregivers, supporting your family and personal life. We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here. Ready to grow here and go further? Join PwC Australia as a Manager in OGC and make an impact that goes beyond the expected. Apply now and take your next step with a team shaping the future. We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic. We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role. No Agencies Please: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs in response to this advertisement. We are only accepting applications direct from individuals. Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Coaching and Feedback, Commercial Laws, Communication, Compliance and Standards, Complying With Regulations, Contract Dispute Resolution, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Governance, Corporate Governance Reports, Corporate Litigations, Corporate Records Management, Creativity, Developing Policies and Guidelines, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Employment Law Counseling, Finance Laws, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility { 21 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date November 9, 2025
