KPMG US
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Overview
KPMGs Office of General Counsel (OGC) is currently seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide legal support for 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 investigations or inquiries, or in response 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; provide legal advice to Firm leaders related to issues arising in those proceedings Develop, implement and manage strategies to defend litigation claims and regulatory investigations toward a cost-effective resolution Supervise and collaborate with outside counsel and OGC teammates to deliver high-quality legal representation Report to and consult with the Vice Chair for Legal, Risk Management and Compliance/General Counsel, 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 on complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations in well-regarded law firms, in-house legal departments, or at agencies (e.g., SEC, PCAOB, DOJ); experience involving accounting and auditing issues strongly preferred JD or LLM from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in the U.S., including the state where the office is located Ability to manage multiple litigations and projects simultaneously; strong strategic thinking, ethical standards, integrity and credibility Strong analytical, writing, oral advocacy, interpersonal, communication and client counseling skills; C-Suite presence 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 ability to build cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders Compensation and Compliance
KPMG complies with local, state and federal laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Salary ranges vary by location and role. California Salary Range: $331,000 - $737,000. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a broad well-being benefits program. Benefits eligibility depends on job classification, hours, and tenure. Details are available on the KPMG US Careers site under Benefits & How We Work. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls or agencies, please. Refer to our site for salary transparency by city and ongoing hiring practices. KPMG recruits on a rolling basis and considers candidates as they apply until the opportunity is filled. Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and related state laws may apply where relevant.
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KPMGs Office of General Counsel (OGC) is currently seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide legal support for 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 investigations or inquiries, or in response 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; provide legal advice to Firm leaders related to issues arising in those proceedings Develop, implement and manage strategies to defend litigation claims and regulatory investigations toward a cost-effective resolution Supervise and collaborate with outside counsel and OGC teammates to deliver high-quality legal representation Report to and consult with the Vice Chair for Legal, Risk Management and Compliance/General Counsel, 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 on complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations in well-regarded law firms, in-house legal departments, or at agencies (e.g., SEC, PCAOB, DOJ); experience involving accounting and auditing issues strongly preferred JD or LLM from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in the U.S., including the state where the office is located Ability to manage multiple litigations and projects simultaneously; strong strategic thinking, ethical standards, integrity and credibility Strong analytical, writing, oral advocacy, interpersonal, communication and client counseling skills; C-Suite presence 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 ability to build cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders Compensation and Compliance
KPMG complies with local, state and federal laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Salary ranges vary by location and role. California Salary Range: $331,000 - $737,000. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a broad well-being benefits program. Benefits eligibility depends on job classification, hours, and tenure. Details are available on the KPMG US Careers site under Benefits & How We Work. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls or agencies, please. Refer to our site for salary transparency by city and ongoing hiring practices. KPMG recruits on a rolling basis and considers candidates as they apply until the opportunity is filled. Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and related state laws may apply where relevant.
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