Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Min 18 yrs required

Full-time

No

Executive Director - Business Support Services

H1: Join KPMG as an Executive Director of Business Support Services

H2: Be a part of a top-ranked company and build your career with KPMG

KPMG, known for its exceptional work culture and career opportunities, is seeking an experienced Executive Director to join the Office of General Counsel (OGC) team. As the . member firm of KPMG International, KPMG provides audit, tax, and advisory services to organizations in various industries. Our success is driven by delivering real results for our clients, and our culture encourages individual development, embraces diversity and inclusion, and rewards excellence. Join us and be a part of a company consistently ranked among the best to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, and others.

Job Title: Executive Director - Business Support Services
Experience Required: Minimum 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department

Job Summary:

As the Executive Director of Business Support Services, you will provide legal support to KPMG's Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team. Your responsibilities will include providing counsel on civil litigation, regulatory investigations, and other legal matters, representing KPMG in legal proceedings, and developing and implementing strategies to resolve litigation claims and investigations. You will also work collaboratively with outside counsel and other members of the OGC team, and report to the Vice Chair for Legal, Regulatory & Compliance/General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide counsel on civil litigation, regulatory investigations, and other legal matters
- Represent KPMG in legal proceedings
- Develop and implement strategies to resolve litigation claims and investigations
- Collaborate with outside counsel and other members of the OGC team
- Report to the Vice Chair for Legal, Regulatory & Compliance/General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation
- Assist in developing financial projections for supervised matters

Qualifications:

- Minimum 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 in defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations involving accounting firms, professional organizations, or financial institutions is a plus
- Ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations, and projects simultaneously and meet deadlines with high-quality results
- Excellent analytical, writing, interpersonal, communication, and client counseling skills
- Demonstrated collaboration skills and client-service orientation
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Benefits and Compensation:

- Competitive salary based on relevant factors such as skills, experience, and market considerations
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, and 401(k) plans
- Personal Time Off (PTO) based on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service
- Firmwide holidays and breaks throughout the year
- More details about benefits can be found on the KPMG US Careers site

Salary Information:

KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Salary ranges for this position are:
- California: $331,000 - $737,000
- Other locations: Follow the link provided for specific salary ranges by city

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 will be 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.

KPMG is currently recruiting on a rolling basis, and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. We do not accept phone calls or agency submissions.

COVID-19 Policy:

KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 to enter KPMG offices, client sites, or events, except when mandated by federal, state, or local law. However, clients may require proof of vaccination or testing in some circumstances.

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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 holiday observances.

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Legal support, counsel, civil litigation, third-party subpoenas, regulatory investigations, legal advice, financial projections, strategic thinking, ethical standards, integrity, communication, client counseling, oral advocacy, collaboration, business partnerships, diversity, equity, inclusion, mental health support, personal time off, affirmative action, equal opportunity, recruitment, hiring, COVID-19 protocols.

JD or LLM from an accredited law school.

Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified and interested.

Qualification and Experience JD or LLM from an accredited law school, licensed to practice law in the U.S., minimum of 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department, experience with defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations, experience with accounting firms or financial institutions a plus, experience within the Division of Enforcement of the SEC or PCAOB a plus.

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