Job Description 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 The successful candidate for this position will: 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