Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Full-time

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SEO Friendly Job Title: Executive Director/Associate General Counsel-Litigation

H1: Join KPMG's Litigation Team as an Executive Director/Associate General Counsel

H2: Providing Legal Support and Defense for KPMG

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- KPMG: A Great Place to Build Your Career
- Join Our Team of Passionate and Innovative Professionals
- KPMG's Office of General Counsel: Providing Legal Support for the Firm
- Seeking an Experienced Associate General Counsel for Litigation
- Responsibilities: Providing Counsel and Representation for Civil Litigation and Regulatory Investigations
- Qualifications: Minimum 18 Years of Experience and a JD or LLM
- Benefits Package: Comprehensive and Competitive
- KPMG is an Affirmative Action-Equal Opportunity Employer
- Rolling Recruitment: Apply Now for Qualified and Interesting Opportunities
- KPMG's COVID-19 Policies: Vaccination and Testing Requirements

The KPMG Office of General Counsel (OGC) is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to join their Litigation group as an Executive Director. In this role, you will provide legal support and defense for the firm in civil litigation, regulatory investigations, and other legal matters. KPMG is known for being a top employer and offers a culture that encourages individual development, embraces diversity and supports the community.

Responsibilities:
- Providing counsel and representation for civil litigation, third-party subpoenas, and regulatory investigations
- Developing and implementing strategies to successfully and cost-effectively resolve litigation and regulatory matters
- Collaborating with outside counsel and other members of OGC to deliver high-quality legal representation
- Reporting to and consulting with senior leadership on legal issues arising in litigation and regulatory matters
- Assisting in developing financial projections for supervised matters

Qualifications:
- Minimum of 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department
- Experience defending complex litigations and regulatory investigations, preferably involving accounting firms or financial institutions
- JD or LLM from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the .
- Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and meet deadlines with high-quality results
- Excellent analytical, writing, communication, and collaboration skills
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels

KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including medical and dental plans, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits. Eligibility for these benefits is based on individual circumstances. The firm also offers personal time off and firmwide breaks throughout the year.

KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. 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 laws.

If you are interested in a role with KPMG, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Our recruitment process operates on a rolling basis, and candidates are considered as they apply. We also do not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19, except when mandated by law.

Join KPMG's team and be a part of a culture that values individual growth, diversity, and community support. Apply now for exciting and rewarding opportunities with us.

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

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Litigation, Civil Litigation, Regulatory Investigations, Legal Advice, Financial Projections, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards, Integrity, Communication, Collaboration, Client Service, Diversity & Inclusion, Project Management

JD or LLM from an accredited law school

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., minimum eighteen years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, experience with defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations, experience serving within the Division of Enforcement of the SEC or PCAOB a plus

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