Assistant General Counsel

Assistant General Counsel Join KPMG US as Assistant General Counsel in the Global Office of General Counsel. This role focuses on providing legal guidance on AI, emerging technologies, IP, data privacy, and technology licensing across KPMG International. Responsibilities Provide legal advice on AI and emerging technologies during research, development and design phases, ensuring legal compliance, and embedding IP and data protection from inception, supporting strategic alignment Advise on legal, ethical and reputational risks associated with new technology products, features and data uses, before and during development and design, ensuring alignment with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework Offer guidance on complex AI‑enabled technology and data licensing arrangements involving technology developed by KPMG International entities, including developing licensing terms, end‑user terms of use, and the interpretation of membership documents for licensing and use of IP Support strategic global initiatives focused on IP, technology and commercial/non‑personal data, including acquisition, divestiture, development, licensing and sharing of IP and AI‑enabled technology Lead legal aspects of enterprise risk management for technology and data, including drafting policies, guidelines and contract templates, and staying updated on evolving global IP, technology and data privacy laws Assess whether KPMG International has proper IP and data rights to license and provide member firms and clients with access to technology solutions, including legal advice on artificial intelligence used by KPMG International Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment Qualifications Minimum eight years of recent experience advising on IP, technology and data law, with a strong understanding of AI models from technical, functional and legal perspectives Juris Doctor degree (or equivalent outside the United States), admitted to the New York Bar with current registration in good standing (preferred) or ability to register as in‑house counsel with the New York Bar Advanced technical legal skills in the areas of IP and technology law, with a focus on the development, protection and enforcement of IP rights, particularly for patents, copyrightable software and trade secrets driven by the inherent risks in AI and the data used by AI Strong negotiation and drafting skills across a wide variety of technology, IP and data agreements and transaction structures across various jurisdictions, as well as addressing complex legal, business and technical issues Experience in managing complex cross‑border matters, driving solutions to complex issues, and working with diverse teams across multiple jurisdictions Applicants 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 for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, J‑1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa) Benefits KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, you will receive Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays and provides eligible employees with two paid breaks each year, one at year‑end and one around July 4. Equal Opportunity Employer KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status or any other category protected by applicable laws. No phone calls or agencies, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr