Services Counsel Senior Manager
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Services Counsel, you will support one or more GSL teams aligned to Digital Core, AI & Data, Cybersecurity, Technology or other technology-enabled services areas. In this role, you will
- Conduct legal risk assessments of new and evolving services, solutions, platforms, tools and capabilities including those incorporating advanced AI and prepare them for market in compliance with laws, regulations and Accenture policies.
- Identify legal and regulatory risks and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with colleagues across the business, Global Services Legal and the broader Legal team
- Support the business growth strategy including by evaluating prospective acquisition or investment targets, including legal diligence, offering/solution risk assessment and post-merger integration planning.
- Enable other Legal teams, including by developing contracting guidance, providing SME support to deal teams and designing compliance frameworks.
Knowledge Skills and Experience
- Minimum 10 yrs. relevant experience in a corporate or law firm setting, ideally advising on data and AI products and services
- Track record of developing trusted relationships with senior business leaders.
- Experience with technology services, emerging technologies and offerings.
- Experience analyzing complex facts and situations to provide risk analysis and mitigation strategies.
- Understanding or willingness to learn applicable regulatory landscapes as required for the offerings.
- Experience shaping and evaluating innovative commercial models for repeatable offerings
- Experience leading a team of legal professionals.
Behaviours and Attributes
- Commitment to a creative, inclusive, and diverse workplace and focus on stewardship of our team.
- Ability to build a sense of belonging and establish a sense of common purpose inside the larger Accenture Legal group.
- Open to learn, work with and understand cross-cultures and locations throughout the Accenture global organization.
- Excellent commercial acumen, ability to deal with ambiguity, and create clarity with a pragmatic approach.
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills, including the ability to translate complex risk topics (e.g., advanced AI, data, partnering, and regulatory) into clear narratives and enablement materials for leadership and internal stakeholders.
Education and Qualifications
Education: JD and admission in good standing with applicable bar association(s) (or their local equivalents)
Location: Flexible
Bengaluru
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