GLOBAL GDS INVESTIGATIONS AND LITIGATION COUNSEL

Location: Wrocław, Warszawa
Hybrid model: 2 days office/3 days remote
Let us introduce you the job offer by EY GDS Poland – a member of the global integrated service delivery center network by EY.
The GDS firms are various service delivery centers from which EY Client Service and Enablement Services teams operate to deliver strategic support to EY member firms. GDS spans all geographies, practices, services lines, sectors and competencies within EY to deliver deeply integrated services that result in efficient and world-class solutions.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Our EY GDS Legal Team is seeking an experienced contentious Counsel with at least 12 years of experience in handling internal inquiries, litigations and investigations for employees across multiple jurisdictions and matters spanning cross-border complications. The role involves working on a broad range of investigative and litigious matters, advising on complex issues, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
The GDS GCO (Legal Team) is part of the EY Global GCO team and is responsible for all legal support to the EY GDS business.
Job Title: Global GDS investigations and litigation Counsel
Function: General Counsel’s Office
Location: Bangalore, India; OR Wroclaw, Poland; OR Dubai
Rank: Assistant Director/Associate Director
Whilst the role is based in Bangalore (or) Wroclaw, the role will involve working with GDS centres in Poland, India, China, Argentina, Philippines, UK, Spain, Mexico, Sri Lanka and other upcoming GDS locations as well as with other EY locations across the world. You will be working closely with the other members of the GDS Legal Team, Global GCO Team as well as business stakeholders in all GDS locations.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS

• Strong credentials with exposure to multiple jurisdictions and legal support portfolios, specializing in internal inquiries and investigations.
• Excellent interrogation and communication skills.
• Proactive attitude, high degree of emotional intelligence, and demonstrated aptitude for resilience and flexibility.
• Ability to positively team and collaborate effectively across geographic locations.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to grasp, understand, and effectively articulate and document complex legal and contractual principles.

Knowledge, competency and skill requirements:

• Demonstrate unquestionably high standard of ethics, integrity and values.
• Directly manage stakeholders of varied portfolios.
• Be able to manage expectations in a high-pressure, changing environment while maintaining a calm, professional working style.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, including creativity and innovative thinking.
• Possess excellent communication skills (oral and written) in English, strong interpersonal and presentation skills interacting with senior stakeholders.
• Be able to summarize complex, technical concepts into communications that can be understood by the team and other stakeholders.
• Feel comfortable and confident in a challenging global environment (face-to-face and virtual), be sensitive to cross-cultural differences and current international events.
• Demonstrate flexible teaming skills (both face to face and in a virtual setting), e.g., be able to translate guidelines from leadership into well-structured, practical and clear instructions for others.
• Bring innovation to improve processes and work products and have ability to learn/adapt quickly when required.
• High levels of personal energy and appetite for work and success. Inclination to propose initiatives and be proactive in seeking change.

THE EXCEPTIONAL EY EXPERIENCE. IT’S YOURS TO BUILD.

In compliance with the requirements of the Whistleblower Protection Act, our company has established the Procedure for reporting breaches of law and undertaking appropriate follow-up actions. Any misconduct should be reported through the EY Ethics Hotline

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting internal inquiries and investigations related to employee conduct, compliance issues, and other matters across multiple jurisdictions.
• Advising on cross-border complications and ensuring investigations comply with local and international laws.
• Collaborating with stakeholders, supporting functions and other members of GDS and Global GCO to carry out and provide legal advice on investigation matters.
• Drafting and reviewing reports and other documentation associated with the investigations process.
• Instructing and working with internal forensics teams and external counsel as needed.
• Contributing to internal guidance, best practices, and templates for investigations.

TO QUALIFY FOR THE ROLE, YOU MUST HAVE

• At least 12 years of post-qualification experience in handling internal inquiries and investigations, litigation matters, gained in private practice or a Multi-National Company with exposure to cross-border matters.
• Ability to provide practical legal advice and support with a high degree of professionalism in a fast-paced environment and to establish a high degree of credibility, respect, and trust at all levels.