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 Legal Operations Associate within PNC's Corporate Governance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.

· Provide administrative and operational support for intellectual property and legal matters, including case preparation, presentations, and document production (e.g., printing, binders).
· Manage patent and legal docketing systems (e.g., Anaqua) for patents, trademarks, conflicts and litigation matters, including recording filings, grants, USPTO communications, and correspondence from outside counsel and third parties.
· Coordinate with outside counsel by opening and managing matters in billing systems (e.g., Tymetrix) for litigation, patents, and clearance searches.
· Prepare and process legal correspondence, including cease-and-desist letters and takedown notices, ensuring proper execution via electronic signature platforms (e.g., OneSpan).
· Facilitate document execution workflows by routing documents for signature, tracking completion, distributing finalized copies, and maintaining accurate records.
· Support inventors by responding to or triaging patent-related inquiries as part of ongoing prosecution and follow-up activities and administering the patent incentive program.
· Maintain and manage legal and IP-related accounts and systems, including USPTO deposit accounts, subscriptions, and payments through Oracle, Ariba, and Accounts Payable.
· Oversee document management and records organization, including transferring and maintaining files across platforms such as SharePoint and iManage.
· Assist with legal department operations, including travel coordination, expense processing, and participation in recurring IP or legal meetings.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

 

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Provides work product for the implementation of assigned daily operations in the legal department.
• Executes legal department projects in an efficient and effective manner.
• Provides operational support to legal department.
• Utilizes technology to generate required reports and analyze information.
• Acts as a liaison with other corporate departments.

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.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Business Communications, Business Development, Client Counseling, Labor and Employment Law, Legal Operations, Process Control

Competencies

Effective Communications, External Res