Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Min 18 yrs required

Full-time

No

Executive Director, Associate General Counsel - Litigation:

- Job title: Executive Director, Associate General Counsel - Litigation
- Career level requirement: Experienced
- Location: KPMG's Office of General Counsel (OGC)
- Salary range: $331,000 - $737,000 (California Salary Range)
- Company: KPMG LLP (. member firm of KPMG International)
- Benefits: Comprehensive, competitive benefits package including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits
- Work hours: Standard work hours with Personal Time Off per fiscal year and firmwide breaks
- Eligibility: All qualified applicants 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.
- Recruitment and hiring: KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.
- Vaccination policy: 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 KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law.

Role and Responsibilities:

- Provide legal support to KPMG's Office of General Counsel (OGC) in the Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team.
- Counsel on actual and threatened civil litigation, third-party subpoenas, and other legal processes, as well as regulatory or government investigations.
- Represent KPMG in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory investigations, providing legal advice to the Firm and its leaders.
- Develop, implement, and manage strategies and tactics for successful and cost-effective resolution of litigation claims and regulatory investigations.
- Supervise and work with outside counsel and other members of OGC to provide high-quality legal representation.
- Report and consult with the Vice Chair for Legal, Regulatory & Compliance/General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation on issues arising in litigation and regulatory matters.
- Assist in developing financial projections for supervised matters.

Qualifications:

- Minimum eighteen years of recent experience in well-regarded law firm(s) or in-house legal department, with experience in defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations.
- JD or LLM from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the .
- Experience within the Division of Enforcement of either the SEC or PCAOB or a similar regulatory or law enforcement agency directing investigations focusing on accounting or other professional liability issues is a plus.
- Able to manage multiple litigations, investigations, and projects simultaneously with strategic thinking, high ethical standards, and integrity.
- Excellent analytical, writing, interpersonal, communication, and client counseling skills.
- Demonstrated collaboration skills and ability to build strong business partnerships.
- Client-service orientation with the capability to create effective working relationships cross-functionally.
- Commitment to driving diversity, equity, and inclusion at the group, enterprise, industry, or community level.

Career Growth and Benefits:

- KPMG is known for being a great place to work and build a career, with a culture that encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and supports communities.
- Consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others.
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle.
- Available benefits based on eligibility include medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits to support mental health.
- Personal Time Off per fiscal year and firmwide breaks for holidays.
- Calendar of holidays published each year.
- Emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Opportunities for career growth and development within the company.

About KPMG:

- KPMG provides audit, tax, and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries.
- Growth driven by delivering real results for clients.
- Culture encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and supports communities.
- Consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others.
- Emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion at the group, enterprise, industry, or community level.
- Commitment to compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package for employees.
- Opportunities for career growth and development within the company.

Join the KPMG Team:

- Passionate about your future? Join the KPMG team!
- Known for being a great place to work and build a career.
- Culture encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and supports communities.
- Consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others.
- Opportunities for career growth and development within the company.
- Emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion at the group, enterprise, industry, or community level.
- Commitment to compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package for employees.
- Available benefits based on eligibility include medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits to support mental health.
- Personal Time Off per fiscal year and firmwide breaks for holidays.
- Calendar of holidays published each year.

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Comprehensive, competitive benefits package including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits.

Not specified

Legal Counsel, Civil Litigation, Regulatory Investigations, Financial Management, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards, Analytical Skills, Writing Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Advocacy Skills, Collaboration, Client Service, Diversity and Inclusion, Mental Health Support

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.

Legal