Legal Counsel, Litigation

3 weeks ago

Greater Adelaide SA, Australia KPMG Full time

**_ We are looking for a dedicated and experienced litigation lawyer to join our Office of General Counsel team for 12 months to provide parental leave cover._**

KPMG’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) is responsible for providing objective and independent legal advice and assistance to KPMG in Australia. The OGC deals with a wide variety of corporate and commercial arrangements and agreements, regulatory issues and litigation. An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic solicitor to join the in-house team in a role focused on advising on regulatory issues, litigation and dispute resolution.

**As a valued member of KPMG’s OGC, you will**:

- Work with counsel, external law firms and those within OGC to help resolve disputes, address regulatory issues and respond to claims against KPMG
- Provide timely legal advice to KPMG on complex legal risks and issues
- Assist in responding to Orders, Notices, Summonses and Subpoenas served on KPMG
- Develop a broad range of commercial litigation and dispute resolution experience through a diverse workload in a challenging in-house role
- Hold a current Practising Certificate with 5+ years’ post-admission experience
- Possess excellent communication skills, drafting skills and legal research skills
- Be familiar with the court system in New South Wales (Federal Court and Supreme Court)
- Have a strong academic record and post admission experience with a leading law firm or in an in-house environment
- Be analytical, commercial, solution focused and keen to learn
- Have an ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
- Possess a strong team orientated attitude
- Be focused on their professional development and improvement

**Additional Information**:
KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth.

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

**_ At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us._

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