Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Min 18 yrs required

Full-time

No

Executive Director - Business Support Services

H1: Executive Director Opportunity at KPMG - Join Our Team Now!

H2: Experienced Associate General Counsel Needed for Litigation Group at KPMG

KPMG, a leading provider of audit, tax, and advisory services, is seeking a highly experienced and qualified Executive Director to join our Office of General Counsel (OGC) as an Associate General Counsel. In this role, you will provide legal support to our Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team. This is a great opportunity to work for a highly reputable and respected company, known for its inclusive culture and commitment to employee development.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on a variety of civil litigation matters, including cases where the firm is a party or subject to third-party subpoenas
• Represent KPMG and its professionals in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory investigations
• Develop and implement strategies to successfully defend litigation claims and regulatory investigations
• Supervise and collaborate with outside counsel and other members of OGC to ensure high-quality legal representation
• Report to and consult with senior leadership on litigation and regulatory matters
• Assist in financial projections for supervised 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 law in the .
• Experience with complex civil litigation and regulatory investigations involving accounting firms, professional organizations, or financial institutions is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple litigations and projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work
• Strong strategic thinking skills, ethical standards, and integrity
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and client service skills
• Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion

Salary Information:

• Salary range: $331,000 - $737,000 in California (varies by location)
• Salary determined based on skills, experience, and market considerations
• Comprehensive benefits package available, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits

KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and do not discriminate against any qualified applicant based on 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.

We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible, as we recruit on a rolling basis. No phone calls or agencies, please.

COVID-19 Update:

KPMG currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 to enter KPMG offices, client sites, or events, unless mandated by law. However, clients may have their own requirements, and we encourage our employees to follow those guidelines.

Join our team at KPMG and be a part of a company that values individual development, inclusivity, and community support. Apply now for this exciting opportunity as an Executive Director in our Business Support Services department.

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

Legal Counsel, Civil Litigation, Regulatory Investigations, Financial Projections, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards, Analytical, Writing, Interpersonal, Communication, Client Counseling, Oral Advocacy, Collaboration, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Benefits Package, Medical and Dental Plans, Vision Coverage, Disability and Life Insurance, 401(k) Plans, Personal Well-being Benefits, Mental Health, Personal Time Off, Holidays, Pay Transparency, Compensation, Equal Opportunity, Recruitment, Hiring, COVID-19 Vaccination, Testing

JD or LLM from accredited law school

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Qualification and Experience JD or LLM from accredited law school, licensed to practice law in the US, 18+ years experience in law firms or in-house legal department, experience in civil litigation and regulatory investigations, experience in SEC or PCAOB enforcement division a plus

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