Line of Service
TaxIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
Corporate and Business StrategyManagement Level
ManagerJob Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in legal services offer comprehensive legal solutions and advice to internal stakeholders and clients, maintaining compliance with regulations and minimising legal risks. These individuals provide strategic guidance and support across various industries.Role Purpose
The Legal Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management, delivery, and commercial management of legal/corporate secretarial engagements within the Firm. The role combines technical legal expertise, people leadership, client relationship management, and commercial oversight, ensuring high-quality service delivery aligned with global professional standards and local regulatory requirements.
The Legal Manager acts as a trusted advisor to clients, a coach to junior team members, and a key contributor to the Firm’s growth and profitability within the Caribbean market.
Key Responsibilities
Client Engagement and Legal Advisory
Lead and manage end-to-end legal engagements, from scoping and proposal development through execution and close-out.
Provide high-quality legal advice within the Firm’s niche practice area, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards.
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, maintaining strong, trusted relationships.
Identify legal, regulatory, and commercial risks and provide practical, business-focused solutions.
People Leadership and Supervision
Supervise, mentor, and develop junior lawyers and legal professionals, including:
Work allocation and review
Technical guidance and coaching
Performance feedback and development planning
Foster a high-performance, ethical, and collaborative team culture aligned with the Firm’s values.
Support recruitment, onboarding, and capability development initiatives as required.
Engagement Economics and Financial Management
Manage engagement budgets, ensuring projects are delivered within agreed scope, timelines, and fee arrangements.
Monitor utilisation, recovery rates, and write-ups/write-downs, escalating risks proactively.
Contribute to pricing strategies and fee proposals in collaboration with Partners and leadership.
Ensure accurate and timely billing, working closely with finance and administration teams.
Business Development and Market Growth
Actively support the Firm’s business development initiatives, including:
Preparing proposals and pitch materials
Participating in client meetings and presentations
Identifying cross-service opportunities within the broader professional services firm
Build and maintain a strong professional network across the Caribbean, including regulators, clients, and industry stakeholders.
Contribute to thought leadership, seminars, publications, or training sessions relevant to the Firm’s niche practice.
Risk and Quality
Ensure all work complies with internal quality standards, risk management policies, and professional obligations.
Identify and escalate conflicts of interest, independence issues, and regulatory risks.
Support internal reviews, audits, and regulatory inquiries as required.
Key Skills and Competencies
Strong legal and analytical skills with the ability to apply law in a commercial and client-focused manner
Proven people management and coaching capability
Solid understanding of engagement economics, budgeting, and financial performance
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent engagements
Professional judgement, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive matters
Core corporate legal expertise
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent; admission to practice in a Caribbean jurisdiction (or eligibility to practice) is required
Minimum 6–8 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally within:
A law firm, professional services firm, or
A multinational or regulated environment
Prior experience supervising junior professionals is strongly preferred
Exposure to regional or cross-border matters is an asset
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor Degree - LawDegrees/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
Up to 20%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
NoGovernment Clearance Required?
NoJob Posting End Date
March 31, 2026