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Associate General Counsel Advisory Counseling

KPMG

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Location
ALBANY, NY
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Active U.S. Law LicenseNew York Law License

Job overview

KPMG is seeking an Associate General Counsel to advise its Advisory function on legal and regulatory matters involving services to commercial entities. The role covers deal advisory, strategy, due diligence, risk consulting, systems implementation, disputes, compliance remediation, bankruptcy matters, and new or modified services and business structures. The counsel will work with internal clients and teams while adapting to evolving legal and business needs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Complex Legal AnalysisBusiness Strategy TranslationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsStakeholder AdvisingIndependent WorkCross-Functional CollaborationProfessional Services IndustryAccounting ProfessionProfessional Standards

Qualifications

12 Years Legal PracticeJuris Doctor or Master of LawsActive U.S. Law LicenseNew York Law LicenseU.S. Work Authorization Without Sponsorship

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

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. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.KPMG is currently seeking an Associate General Counsel - Advisory Counseling to join our Legal, Risk Management and Compliance team.Responsibilities: * Serve as primary counsel in PCG to KPMG's Advisory function on legal and regulatory matters involving services to commercial entities, including deal advisory and strategy, due diligence, risk consulting, and systems implementation * Advice on regulatory requirements, potential disputes, remediation of noncompliance, bankruptcy matters, and new or modified services, methodologies, products, and business structures * Engage with internal clients, collaborate across teams, and adapt to evolving legal and business needs * Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environmentQualifications: * Minimum twelve years of recent experience in legal practice within a well-regarded law firm and/or in-house legal department * Juris Doctor (JD) or Master of Laws (LLM) degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in the United States, including in the state where the office is located * Proven experience analyzing complex legal issues and translating legal guidance into practical business strategies within a dynamic, fast-paced environment and growing business * Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated experience advising senior stakeholders and internal clients * Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams with the highest ethical standards * Deep understanding of the professional services industry; knowledge of the accounting profession and applicable professional standards is a plus but not required * Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)KPMG 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 LLP 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. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG LLP provides a Total Rewards Package that includes 401(k) and medical and may include dental, vision, disability and life insurance, personal well-being and Personal Time Off. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year depending on your job classification and entity affiliation. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,642 open Legal Counsel jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • New York median$164–225K/yr265 salary ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 337 open Legal Counsel jobs in New York and 2,642 across the US. 6% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New York
Experience
This posting asks for at least 12 years of experience — more than three in four Legal Counsel postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 2,320 postings).
Education
1,960 of the 2,642 open Legal Counsel jobs (74%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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