Associate General Counsel-Litigation

Min 18 yrs required

Full-time

No

Executive Director of Business Support Services at KPMG

H1: Join KPMG's Office of General Counsel as an Associate General Counsel
H2: Provide Legal Support for Litigation at a Top-Ranked Company

KPMG is a leading provider of audit, tax, and advisory services for organizations in various industries. Our success is driven by our commitment to delivering real results for our clients and fostering a culture of individual growth, inclusivity, and excellence. As a result, KPMG has been consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc., and others.

We are currently seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to join our Litigation group within the Office of General Counsel. In this role, you will provide legal support for KPMG's Practice Protection Team and represent the company in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory investigations.

Responsibilities:

- Provide legal counsel for civil litigation, third-party subpoenas, and regulatory investigations
- Represent KPMG and its professionals in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory investigations
- Develop and implement strategies for successful and cost-effective resolution of litigation claims and regulatory investigations
- Supervise outside counsel and collaborate with other members of the Office of General Counsel
- Report to and consult with senior leaders on legal issues arising in litigation and regulatory matters
- Assist in financial projections for supervised matters

Requirements:

- Minimum of 18 years of experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house legal department
- Experience in defending complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations involving accounting firms, professional organizations, or financial institutions is a plus
- JD or LLM from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the .
- Experience serving within the Division of Enforcement of the SEC or PCAOB is a plus, but not required
- Ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations, and projects simultaneously with high-quality results
- Excellent analytical, writing, communication, and client counseling skills
- Demonstrated collaboration skills and ability to build strong business partnerships
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

KPMG complies with all local and state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as skills, job responsibilities, prior experience, and market considerations. We also offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits to support mental health. Our employees also receive personal time off and firmwide breaks throughout the year. For more details on our benefits, visit our KPMG US Careers site.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. We value diversity and do not discriminate 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 law.

Join our team and make a difference at KPMG. Apply now for this exciting opportunity.

Comprehensive, Competitive Benefits Package, Medical and Dental Plans, Vision Coverage, Disability and Life Insurance, 401(k) Plans, Personal Well-being Benefits, Personal Time Off, Holidays.

Legal Counsel, Civil Litigation, Regulatory Investigations, Financial Projections, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards, Integrity, Authenticity, Credibility, Character, Analytical, Writing, Interpersonal, Communication, Client Counseling, Oral Advocacy, Collaboration, Client-Service Orientation, Business Partnerships, Diversity and Inclusion, Mental Health Support.

JD or LLM from an accredited law school.

Interested candidates should apply through the KPMG US Careers website.

Qualification and Experience 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; Licensed to practice law in the U.S.; Experience serving within the Division of Enforcement of either the SEC or PCAOB or a similar regulatory or law enforcement agency directing investigations focusing on accounting or other professional liability issues a plus.

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