Assistant General Counsel – Advice and Policy
EY
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Atlanta • California • Colorado • United States
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Salary
💰 $210,900 - $406,000 per year
About the role
- Deliver strategic legal guidance that improves outcomes through proactive problem-solving and risk mitigation
- Advise audit and other leaders on complex engagement issues, promoting integrity and compliance while enabling responsible risk-taking
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business objectives and develop innovative solutions that address legal challenges and enhance decision-making processes
- Monitor and analyze relevant legal and regulatory developments impacting the audit profession and professional services firms more broadly, providing timely and relevant advice to stakeholders
- Support the development of policies and procedures that promote best practices in legal compliance and risk management
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from a top law school; top of class preferred
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college; top of class preferred
- 8+ years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department
- Experience handling complex investigative and regulatory matters, preferably involving the SEC and PCAOB
- Membership in good standing in the State Bar as an attorney qualified to practice law in the state where the resident EY office is located
- Demonstrated ability to create, plan, and successfully execute projects; the ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Background in audit or other professional services matters is a plus
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex legal issues and provide clear, actionable advice
- Proven experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Self-starter mentality with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits package
- Medical and dental coverage
- Pension and 401(k) plans
- Paid time off options including designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence
- Flexible vacation policy
- Flexible work arrangements
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Juris Doctorlegal compliancerisk managementregulatory mattersinvestigative mattersSECPCAOBproject executionpolicy developmentlegal analysis
Soft Skills
problem-solvingcollaborationanalytical skillsorganizational skillsattention to detailself-starterproactive approachsolution-orientedability to meet deadlinescommunication
Certifications
State Bar membership