KPMG US
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KPMG US . KPMG’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) is seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide legal support for the Firm’s Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team. Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today’s most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients, supported by a culture that encourages development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. Follow the links and apply to join a team consistently recognized among the best places to work by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others.
Responsibilities
Provide counsel on actual and threatened civil litigation where the Firm is a party, or in regulatory investigations or inquiries, and when responding to subpoenas or other legal processes 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 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 OGC members to deliver high-quality legal representation to the Firm, its professionals and its leaders.
Report to and consult with senior legal leadership 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 regulators (e.g., SEC, PCAOB, DOJ); experience involving accounting and auditing issues strongly preferred.
J.D. or LL.M. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the U.S., including the state where the office is located.
Ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations and projects simultaneously and meet time-sensitive deadlines with high-quality deliverables; strong strategic and 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 the ability to build cross-functional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders on legal and business matters.
Compensation and Benefits KPMG complies with applicable salary disclosure regulations. Salary ranges may be provided where required by location. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) with matching, well-being benefits, and time off. Individual eligibility varies. The firm operates a Total Rewards program that reflects job classification, hours, and tenure. For more details on benefits, see the KPMG US Careers site.
Equal Opportunity KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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. No phone calls or agencies please.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply until the opportunity is filled.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in line with applicable law.
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Join to apply for the
Associate General Counsel-Litigation
role at
KPMG US . KPMG’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) is seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide legal support for the Firm’s Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team. Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today’s most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients, supported by a culture that encourages development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. Follow the links and apply to join a team consistently recognized among the best places to work by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others.
Responsibilities
Provide counsel on actual and threatened civil litigation where the Firm is a party, or in regulatory investigations or inquiries, and when responding to subpoenas or other legal processes 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 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 OGC members to deliver high-quality legal representation to the Firm, its professionals and its leaders.
Report to and consult with senior legal leadership 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 regulators (e.g., SEC, PCAOB, DOJ); experience involving accounting and auditing issues strongly preferred.
J.D. or LL.M. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the U.S., including the state where the office is located.
Ability to manage multiple litigations, investigations and projects simultaneously and meet time-sensitive deadlines with high-quality deliverables; strong strategic and 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 the ability to build cross-functional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders on legal and business matters.
Compensation and Benefits KPMG complies with applicable salary disclosure regulations. Salary ranges may be provided where required by location. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) with matching, well-being benefits, and time off. Individual eligibility varies. The firm operates a Total Rewards program that reflects job classification, hours, and tenure. For more details on benefits, see the KPMG US Careers site.
Equal Opportunity KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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. No phone calls or agencies please.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply until the opportunity is filled.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in line with applicable law.
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