Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Min 18 yrs required

Full-time

No

Business Support Services / Experienced / Executive Director

KPMG is hiring for the position of Associate General Counsel-Litigation. This role requires a minimum of eighteen years of experience in well-regarded law firm(s) or in-house legal department, with a JD or LLM from an accredited law school and a license to practice law in the . The ideal candidate will have experience in defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations involving accounting firms, similar professional organizations, or financial institutions. Experience within the Division of Enforcement of the SEC or PCAOB is a plus, but not required. The role also requires the ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations, and projects simultaneously and meet deadlines with consistently high-quality deliverables and results. Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills are essential, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

KPMG's Office of General Counsel (OGC) is responsible for providing legal support and counsel to the firm. The Associate General Counsel will join the Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team. In this role, the individual will provide counsel on actual and threatened civil litigation, regulatory or government investigations, and other legal matters. They will also represent KPMG and its professionals in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory investigations, and provide legal advice to the firm and its leaders. The individual will also assist in developing financial projections for supervised matters and report to the Vice Chair for Legal, Regulatory & Compliance/General Counsel and the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation on issues arising in litigation and regulatory matters.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide counsel on actual and threatened civil litigation, regulatory or government investigations, and other legal matters.
- Represent KPMG and its professionals in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory investigations.
- Provide legal advice to the firm and its leaders.
- Develop, implement, and manage strategies and tactics to defend litigation claims and regulatory investigations.
- Supervise and work collaboratively with outside counsel and other members of OGC.
- Report to and consult with 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 eighteen years of recent experience in well-regarded law firm(s) or in-house legal department.
- JD or LLM from an accredited law school, and licensed to practice law in the .
- Experience defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations involving accounting firms, similar professional organizations, or financial institutions a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations, and projects simultaneously and meet deadlines with consistently high-quality deliverables and results.
- Excellent analytical, writing, interpersonal, communication, client counseling, and oral advocacy skills.
- Demonstrated collaboration skills, including building strong business partnerships and working within cross-functional teams.
- 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.

Salary Information:

- KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges.
- Salary range for this position: $331,000 - $737,000 in California.
- Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations.
- KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle.
- Available benefits are based on eligibility.
- Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health.
- Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year.
- Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday.
- Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at “Benefits & How We Work”.
- Follow the link provided to obtain salary ranges by city outside of California.

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 federal, state, or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state, and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis and candidates are considered as they apply until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified and interested.

COVID-19 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.
- In some circumstances, clients may also require proof of vaccination or testing (., to go to the client site).

Join the KPMG team and be part of a company that is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc., and others. Our culture encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and supports our communities. Apply now and be a part of our success.

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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, and firmwide breaks.

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Legal counsel, Civil litigation, Regulatory investigations, Financial projections, Strategic thinking, Ethical standards, Integrity, Authenticity, Collaboration, Client service, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

JD or LLM from an accredited law school

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously through the KPMG US Careers site.

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

Legal