Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Min 18 yrs required

Full-time

No

SEO friendly job title: Experienced Executive Director / Associate General Counsel-Litigation

H1: Join KPMG as an Experienced Executive Director / Associate General Counsel-Litigation

H2: Providing Legal Support for KPMG's Litigation Group

KPMG is currently seeking an experienced Executive Director / Associate General Counsel-Litigation to join our Office of General Counsel (OGC) and provide legal support for our Litigation group. This is a great opportunity to work for a top-ranked company and build a rewarding career.

Responsibilities:

- Provide legal counsel for civil litigation, third-party subpoenas, and government investigations
- Represent KPMG in civil litigation and regulatory proceedings
- Develop and implement strategies to successfully resolve legal matters
- Supervise and collaborate with outside counsel and other OGC members
- Report and consult with senior leadership on legal issues
- Assist in financial projections for legal matters

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department
- JD or LLM from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in the .
- Experience with SEC or PCAOB investigations a plus
- Ability to manage multiple legal matters and meet deadlines
- Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills
- Strong collaboration and client-service orientation
- Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion

Salary Information:

- Salary ranges vary by location and are determined based on skills, job responsibilities, and market factors
- KPMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits
- Time off is provided based on job classification, work hours, and years of service
- KPMG also observes holidays and offers two firmwide breaks each year without using personal time off

Note: For salary ranges in California, please refer to the provided link.

KPMG LLP is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. 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 laws. Please refer to the provided link for more information on our recruitment and hiring policies.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis and encourages qualified candidates to apply for any open positions of interest.

Note: KPMG does not currently require full vaccination or negative COVID-19 tests for employees or partners to enter KPMG offices or attend events, unless mandated by law. However, clients may have their own requirements for proof of vaccination or testing in certain circumstances.

Some key points to note from the above text:

- KPMG is a top-ranked company known for providing audit, tax, and advisory services in important industries.
- The company values individual development, inclusivity, innovation, and community support.
- KPMG is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by various publications.
- The company is currently seeking an Experienced Executive Director / Associate General Counsel-Litigation to join their Office of General Counsel.
- The role will involve providing legal support for civil litigation, third-party subpoenas, and government investigations.
- The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department, a JD or LLM degree, and a valid license to practice in the .
- Experience with SEC or PCAOB investigations is a plus.
- The candidate should have strong time management, analytical, writing, and communication skills, as well as a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Salary ranges vary by location and are determined based on skills, job responsibilities, and market factors.
- KPMG offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits.
- Time off is provided based on job classification, work hours, and years of service.
- KPMG also observes holidays and offers two firmwide breaks each year without using personal time off.
- The company is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.
- The company recruits on a rolling basis and encourages qualified candidates to apply for any open positions of interest.
- Vaccination and negative COVID-19 tests are not currently required for employees or partners to enter KPMG offices or attend events, unless mandated by law. However, clients may have their own requirements for proof of vaccination or testing in certain circumstances.

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Medical and Dental Plans, Vision Coverage, Disability and Life Insurance, 401(k) Plans, Personal Well-Being Benefits, Personal Time Off, Holidays

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Legal Advice, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards, Integrity, Authenticity, Credibility, Character, Analytical Skills, Writing Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Client Counseling, Oral Advocacy, Collaboration, Client-Service Orientation, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Vision Coverage, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, 401(k) Plans, Personal Well-Being Benefits, Personal Time Off, Holidays, Salary Ranges, Pay Transparency, Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Recruitment, Hiring, COVID-19 Vaccination, Testing

JD or LLM from an accredited law school

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Qualification and Experience JD or LLM from an accredited law school, licensed to practice law in the U.S., minimum eighteen years of recent experience in well-regarded law firm(s) or in-house legal department, experience defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations, experience in Division of Enforcement of SEC or PCAOB or similar regulatory/law enforcement agency, ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations, and projects simultaneously, strategic thinking, high ethical standards, integrity, authenticity, credibility, and character, excellent analytical, writing, interpersonal, communication, client counseling, and oral advocacy skills, demonstrated collaboration skills, client-service orientation, commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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