Global Legal Counsel - Litigation - Associate Director

EY•Raleigh, NC

22h•$210,700 - $474,100

About The Position

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. This role 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 compromising EY’s business.

Requirements

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
Understand 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
6+ 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

Nice To Haves

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 ability to adapt to changing circumstances and dynamics.
Interest and ability to positively team and collaborate effectively across geographic locations.
Ability to grasp, understand, and effectively articulate and document complex legal and contractual principles.

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 the preservation notice, 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

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Discretionary bonus program
Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan
Defined contribution pension plan
Great vacation policy
Firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year
Statutory holidays
Paid personal days (based on province of residence)
Range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being
Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
Medical and dental coverage
Pension and 401(k) plans
Wide range of paid time off options
Flexible vacation policy
Time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence