JD from an accredited law school and admitted to the New York Bar
At least 6 years of relevant legal experience in litigation or regulatory matters
Experience managing litigation aspects, including discovery and witness preparation
Excellent legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills
Sound judgment and professionalism in handling sensitive matters
Action-oriented with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Comfortable using technology, including GenAI, for process improvement
Responsibilities
Manage and handle litigation and disputes, overseeing outside counsel and discovery
Handle government and regulatory investigations, including coordinating document collection
Conduct internal investigations, developing plans and assessing findings
Identify and implement new technologies to improve Legal Department processes
Develop familiarity with regulatory frameworks applicable to credit rating agencies
Collaborate with Compliance Department on regulatory matters
Assist with special projects and other Legal Department matters as needed
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule (in-office Tuesday to Thursday)
Competitive benefits and paid time off
Paid family and disability leave
401(k) plan with employer match (100% vested)
Financial assistance for educational and professional development
Employee referral bonus program
Full Job Description
Position Title: Assistant General Counsel
Entity: KBRA Holdings LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC and its affiliates ("KBRA") are seeking an Assistant General Counsel to join the Legal Department in the New York office. You will be enthusiastic, highly motivated, detail-oriented, have a strong work ethic and be well-equipped to work closely with other members of the Legal Department on a broad range of matters, with a particular focus on litigation, government and regulatory matters and internal investigations, as well as other matters that arise across the Legal Department.
About the Job:
As an Assistant General Counsel, your responsibilities may span a broad range of in-house legal matters and may include:
Litigation Management: Managing and handling litigation and other disputes, including overseeing outside counsel, discovery and witness preparation.
Government and Regulatory Matters: Handling government and regulatory investigations, examinations, subpoenas and other inquiries, including coordinating document collection and production, preparing witnesses and working with outside counsel.
Internal Investigations: Conducting and participating in internal investigations, including developing investigation plans, reviewing evidence, conducting interviews and assessing findings.
Legal Technology and Process Improvement: Helping the Legal Department identify, evaluate and implement new technologies and processes, including GenAI-enabled tools and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, information management and collaboration.
Regulatory and Compliance: Developing familiarity with the regulatory framework applicable to credit rating agencies, advising on its application to KBRA's business and collaborating with the Compliance Department on examinations, submissions and other matters before the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and other regulators.
Special Projects: Assisting with other Legal Department matters and special projects as they arise
You will be successful in this role if you have:
Have a JD from an accredited law school and are admitted to the New York Bar.
Have at least 6 years of relevant legal experience, including meaningful experience in complex litigation, government or regulatory investigations, white-collar matters, internal investigations, employment litigation or a combination of these areas.
Have experience managing significant aspects of litigation or investigations, including discovery, document review and production, witness interviews or preparation, legal research and drafting.
Possess excellent legal research, analytical, writing and communication skills. Writing samples will be requested.
Exercise sound judgment, discretion and professionalism when handling confidential, sensitive or business-critical matters.
Are action and results-oriented and able to exercise good judgment in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work independently, manage multiple matters, prioritize and meet deadlines.
Are comfortable using technology, including emerging technologies such as GenAI, to improve Legal Department processes.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $200,000 to $250,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays in the office)
Competitive benefits and paid time off
Paid family and disability leave
401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
Educational and professional development financial assistance
Employee referral bonus program
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About Kroll Bond Rating Agency
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is a credit rating agency that provides ratings for a variety of financial products, including structured finance, public finance, and corporate finance. KBRA was founded in 2010 by Jules Kroll, the founder of Kroll Inc., and is headquartered in New York City. KBRA is known for its innovative approach to credit ratings, which includes a focus on transparency and a willingness to challenge the status quo. KBRA is registered with the SEC as a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization (NRSRO).
