KPMG US
Associate General Counsel-Litigation
KPMG US, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Overview
Associate General Counsel-Litigation role at KPMG US. This position supports the Firm’s Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team. Responsibilities
Provide counsel on actual and threatened civil litigation where the Firm is a party, regulatory or other government investigations or inquiries, or responding to subpoenas or other legal process where the Firm is not a party to the proceeding. Represent KPMG and its professionals in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory investigations, and provide legal advice to the Firm and its leaders on issues arising in those proceedings and investigations. Develop, implement and manage strategies and tactics to defend litigation claims and regulatory investigations and bring them to a successful and cost-effective resolution. Supervise and collaborate with outside counsel and other members of OGC to deliver high-quality legal representation to the Firm, its professionals and its leaders. Report to and consult with the Vice Chair for Legal, Risk Management and Compliance/General Counsel, the National Managing Principal for Legal and Regulatory, and the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation and Investigations on issues arising in litigation and regulatory matters. Develop financial projections and ensure cost-effective management of matters. Qualifications
Minimum fifteen years of experience working on complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations in well-regarded law firms, in-house legal departments or at regulatory bodies; experience involving accounting and auditing issues strongly preferred. JD or LLM from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the U.S., including in the state in which the office is located. Ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations and projects simultaneously and meet time-sensitive deadlines with high-quality deliverables; strong strategic thinking in sensitive situations and the highest ethical standards. Strong analytical, writing, oral advocacy, interpersonal, communication and client counseling skills, and a presence with C-suite stakeholders. Demonstrated experience leading teams of legal professionals; experience managing outside counsel is a plus but not required. Proven collaboration skills and client-service orientation with the ability to build strong cross-functional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders on legal and business matters. KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) comply with all local/state regulations regarding salary displays. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability or protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable laws. Note: This posting contains general information and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. Salary ranges and available benefits vary by location and may be subject to change.
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Associate General Counsel-Litigation role at KPMG US. This position supports the Firm’s Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team. Responsibilities
Provide counsel on actual and threatened civil litigation where the Firm is a party, regulatory or other government investigations or inquiries, or responding to subpoenas or other legal process where the Firm is not a party to the proceeding. Represent KPMG and its professionals in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory investigations, and provide legal advice to the Firm and its leaders on issues arising in those proceedings and investigations. Develop, implement and manage strategies and tactics to defend litigation claims and regulatory investigations and bring them to a successful and cost-effective resolution. Supervise and collaborate with outside counsel and other members of OGC to deliver high-quality legal representation to the Firm, its professionals and its leaders. Report to and consult with the Vice Chair for Legal, Risk Management and Compliance/General Counsel, the National Managing Principal for Legal and Regulatory, and the Deputy General Counsel for Litigation and Investigations on issues arising in litigation and regulatory matters. Develop financial projections and ensure cost-effective management of matters. Qualifications
Minimum fifteen years of experience working on complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations in well-regarded law firms, in-house legal departments or at regulatory bodies; experience involving accounting and auditing issues strongly preferred. JD or LLM from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the U.S., including in the state in which the office is located. Ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations and projects simultaneously and meet time-sensitive deadlines with high-quality deliverables; strong strategic thinking in sensitive situations and the highest ethical standards. Strong analytical, writing, oral advocacy, interpersonal, communication and client counseling skills, and a presence with C-suite stakeholders. Demonstrated experience leading teams of legal professionals; experience managing outside counsel is a plus but not required. Proven collaboration skills and client-service orientation with the ability to build strong cross-functional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders on legal and business matters. KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) comply with all local/state regulations regarding salary displays. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability or protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable laws. Note: This posting contains general information and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. Salary ranges and available benefits vary by location and may be subject to change.
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