EY
Global Legal Counsel - Litigation - Associate Director
EY, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Global Legal Counsel - Litigation - Associate Director
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At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world.
The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced litigator to join our Global General Counsel’s Office (“GCO”) team. The successful candidate will help defend claims made against EY, including claims alleging professional malpractice, breach of contract claims, and securities class action litigation. This role actively manages and participates in the defense of litigation, mediations, arbitrations, and other civil proceedings. It will also respond to subpoenas, inquiries, and investigations by regulators. This position serves a critical advisory and risk‑management function, addressing compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and firm policies governing all service lines across EY’s business.
Your Key Responsibilities
Handle all aspects of various litigation, enforcement matters and investigations, and internal investigations
Advise and assist on matters involving cross‑border issues or which could have a significant financial or reputational impact to EY
Consult with partners and other stakeholders on potential or threatened litigation to avoid significant civil, criminal, or regulatory exposure
Coordinate responses to regulatory subpoenas and preservation requests by determining the appropriate custodians, drafting preservation notices, and ensuring compliance
Advise on issues of professional responsibility and risk management, such as client acceptance and continuances, conflicts of interest, document retention, independence, professional standards and guidance, restatements, special investigations, and discovery of financial statement errors or potential client fraud
Formulate defense strategies and other tactical decisions in potential or active litigation matters involving EY and consult on defense strategies with relevant stakeholders
Work with outside counsel and actively manage outside counsel spend to ensure resources are appropriately spent
Conduct interviews of potential expert witnesses and current or former personnel in connection with litigation or other matters
Participate in mediations and other settlement negotiations to resolve disputes in a cost‑effective manner
Participate in preparing key documents in litigation, including legal briefs, pleadings, and discovery requests
Participate in preparing witnesses for testimony
Develop and recommend EY policy and positions on legal issues
To Qualify for the Role You Must Have
Significant level of autonomy in making difficult and often nuanced decisions involving litigation, criminal, and regulatory proceedings
Experience as an attorney with significant litigation, including trial and related experience
Exceptionally strong analytical abilities to synthesize facts and law to determine actions
Understanding of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to EY and its industry
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interface and communicate effectively and diplomatically with all levels of EY personnel, including firm leaders and managing partners
Demonstrated ability to create, plan, and successfully execute projects; the ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Exceptional interpersonal skills to manage outside counsel effectively
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4‑year college; top of class preferred
Law degree from a top law school; top of class preferred
8+ years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department
Requires active license as an attorney to practice law in the location where the resident EY office is located
Skills And Attributes For Success
Strong team player with excellent negotiation and communication skills and cultural awareness
Proactive attitude and positive mindset, high degree of emotional intelligence, and demonstrated aptitude for resilience, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and dynamics
Interest and ability to positively collaborate effectively across geographic locations
Ability to grasp, understand, and effectively articulate and document complex legal and contractual principles
What We Offer You The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment and fuel your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $210,900 to $406,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $253,100 to $461,400. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Join us in our team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client‑serving roles to work together in person 40–60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well‑being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis.
Legal Statement EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com. EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.
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Global Legal Counsel - Litigation - Associate Director
role at
EY
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world.
The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced litigator to join our Global General Counsel’s Office (“GCO”) team. The successful candidate will help defend claims made against EY, including claims alleging professional malpractice, breach of contract claims, and securities class action litigation. This role actively manages and participates in the defense of litigation, mediations, arbitrations, and other civil proceedings. It will also respond to subpoenas, inquiries, and investigations by regulators. This position serves a critical advisory and risk‑management function, addressing compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and firm policies governing all service lines across EY’s business.
Your Key Responsibilities
Handle all aspects of various litigation, enforcement matters and investigations, and internal investigations
Advise and assist on matters involving cross‑border issues or which could have a significant financial or reputational impact to EY
Consult with partners and other stakeholders on potential or threatened litigation to avoid significant civil, criminal, or regulatory exposure
Coordinate responses to regulatory subpoenas and preservation requests by determining the appropriate custodians, drafting preservation notices, and ensuring compliance
Advise on issues of professional responsibility and risk management, such as client acceptance and continuances, conflicts of interest, document retention, independence, professional standards and guidance, restatements, special investigations, and discovery of financial statement errors or potential client fraud
Formulate defense strategies and other tactical decisions in potential or active litigation matters involving EY and consult on defense strategies with relevant stakeholders
Work with outside counsel and actively manage outside counsel spend to ensure resources are appropriately spent
Conduct interviews of potential expert witnesses and current or former personnel in connection with litigation or other matters
Participate in mediations and other settlement negotiations to resolve disputes in a cost‑effective manner
Participate in preparing key documents in litigation, including legal briefs, pleadings, and discovery requests
Participate in preparing witnesses for testimony
Develop and recommend EY policy and positions on legal issues
To Qualify for the Role You Must Have
Significant level of autonomy in making difficult and often nuanced decisions involving litigation, criminal, and regulatory proceedings
Experience as an attorney with significant litigation, including trial and related experience
Exceptionally strong analytical abilities to synthesize facts and law to determine actions
Understanding of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to EY and its industry
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interface and communicate effectively and diplomatically with all levels of EY personnel, including firm leaders and managing partners
Demonstrated ability to create, plan, and successfully execute projects; the ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Exceptional interpersonal skills to manage outside counsel effectively
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4‑year college; top of class preferred
Law degree from a top law school; top of class preferred
8+ years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department
Requires active license as an attorney to practice law in the location where the resident EY office is located
Skills And Attributes For Success
Strong team player with excellent negotiation and communication skills and cultural awareness
Proactive attitude and positive mindset, high degree of emotional intelligence, and demonstrated aptitude for resilience, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and dynamics
Interest and ability to positively collaborate effectively across geographic locations
Ability to grasp, understand, and effectively articulate and document complex legal and contractual principles
What We Offer You The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment and fuel your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $210,900 to $406,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $253,100 to $461,400. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Join us in our team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client‑serving roles to work together in person 40–60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well‑being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis.
Legal Statement EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com. EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.
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