Associate General Counsel-Litigation

OverviewKPMGs Office of General Counsel (OGC) is currently seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide legal support for the Firms Litigation group, specifically on the Practice Protection Team.ResponsibilitiesProvide counsel on actual and threatened civil litigation where the Firm is a party, the subject of regulatory or other government investigations or inquiries or responding to subpoenas or other legal process where the Firm is not a party to the proceedingRepresent KPMG and its professionals in civil litigation proceedings and regulatory or other government investigations and provide legal advice to the Firm and its leaders related to issues arising in those proceedings and investigationsDevelop, implement and manage strategies and tactics to defend litigation claims and regulatory investigations and bring them to a successful and cost-effective resolutionSupervise and work collaboratively with outside counsel and other members of OGC, to deliver the highest quality legal representation to the Firm, its professionals and its leadersReport 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 mattersDevelop financial projections and ensure cost-effective management of mattersQualificationsMinimum fifteen years of experience working on complex civil litigations and regulatory investigations in well-regarded law firm(s), in-house legal department or at the SEC, PCAOB, DOJ or a similar regulatory or law enforcement agency; experience of this nature involving accounting and auditing issues strongly preferredJD or LLM from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in the U.S., including in the state in which their office is locatedAbility to manage multiple litigations, investigations and projects simultaneously and meet time-sensitive deadlines with consistently high-quality deliverables and results; strategic thinking in sensitive and complex situations and the highest ethical standards, integrity, authenticity, credibility and characterStrong analytical, writing, oral advocacy, interpersonal, communication and client counseling skills and C-Suite presenceDemonstrated experience leading teams of legal professionals; experience managing outside counsel is a plus but not requiredProven collaboration skills, including building strong business partnerships; client-service orientation with the ability to create effective working relationships cross-functionally, including interfacing with internal and external stakeholders on legal and business mattersSalary, Benefits and ComplianceKPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:Salary Range: $331000 - $737000KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered 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 federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.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 of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Portland, OR $165,800.00-$268,180.00Portland, OR $132,160.00-$281,710.00Portland, OR $150,000.00-$200,000.00Portland, OR $132,160.00-$281,710.00Portland, OR $147,500.00-$238,590.00Portland, OR $112,840.00-$245,440.00Wilsonville, OR $122,200.00-$219,900.00Wilsonville, OR $122,200.00-$219,900.00Portland, OR $4,394.69-$5,086.71Portland, OR $4,842.59-$6,185.22Senior Legal Counsel, State/Local Government and EducationPortland, OR $100,000.00-$130,000.00Portland, OR $120,000.00-$180,000.00Portland, OR $310,000.00-$390,000.00Beaverton, OR $130,000.00-$150,000.00Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area $145,000.00-$175,000.00Beaverton, OR $150,000.00-$185,000.00Lake Oswego, OR $120,000.00-$160,000.00Portland, OR $80,000.00-$150,000.00Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionGeneral BusinessBe among the first 25 applicantsWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Created: 2025-10-04