Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Min 18 yrs required

Full-time

No

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H1: Join KPMG's Office of General Counsel as an Experienced Associate General Counsel-Litigation

H2: Represent KPMG in Civil Litigation and Regulatory Investigations

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Summary:

KPMG, a top-ranked company known for its inclusive culture and commitment to individual development, is seeking an Experienced Associate General Counsel-Litigation to join their Office of General Counsel (OGC). This position will provide legal support to the Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team. The role will involve providing counsel on civil litigation, regulatory investigations, and other legal matters, as well as representing KPMG and its professionals in legal proceedings. The ideal candidate will have at least 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department, with a JD or LLM from an accredited law school and a license to practice law in the US.

Responsibilities for this position include providing counsel on civil litigation, regulatory investigations, and other legal matters; representing KPMG and its professionals in legal proceedings; developing and implementing strategies to defend litigation claims and regulatory investigations; and supervising outside counsel. The role will report to the Vice Chair for Legal, Regulatory & Compliance/General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation. Qualifications for this position include at least 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department, a JD or LLM from an accredited law school, and a license to practice law in the US.

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits. The firm also provides Personal Time Off and firmwide breaks throughout the year. The salary for this position is determined based on relevant factors such as skills, job responsibilities, prior experience, and market considerations.

KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The firm also complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously for any roles of interest, as the company recruits on a rolling basis.

KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites, or events, except when mandated by law. However, clients may require proof of vaccination or testing in some circumstances. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for this position as soon as possible.

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Medical and Dental Plans, Vision Coverage, Disability and Life Insurance, 401(k) Plans, Personal Well-being Benefits, Mental Health Support, Personal Time Off, Holidays, Pay Transparency, Comprehensive Benefits Package

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Legal Counsel, Litigation, Regulatory Knowledge, Financial Management, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards, Integrity, Authenticity, Credibility, Character, Analytical Skills, Writing Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Client Counseling, Oral Advocacy, Collaboration, Business Partnerships, Client-Service Orientation, Diversity and Inclusion, Medical Benefits Management, Dental Benefits Management, Vision Coverage Management, Disability Insurance Management, Life Insurance Management, 401(k) Plan Management, Personal Well-being Benefits Management, Mental Health Management, Time Management, Holiday Management, Pay Transparency Management, Compensation Management, Benefits Package Management, Affirmative Action Management, Equal Opportunity Management, Recruitment Management, Hiring Management, Federal Laws Compliance, State Laws Compliance, Local Laws Compliance, Vaccination Management, COVID-19 Management, Office Management, Client Site Management, Event Management

JD or LLM from an accredited law school

Interested candidates should apply through the KPMG US Careers website

Qualification and Experience JD or LLM from an accredited law school, Licensed to practice law in the U.S., 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department, Experience in defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations, Experience in accounting, professional organizations, or financial institutions a plus, Experience within the Division of Enforcement of the SEC or PCAOB a plus, Strategic thinking skills, High ethical standards, Excellent communication and collaboration skills, Client-service orientation, Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Time management skills

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