Deputy Director, General Counsel

Washington, DC, United States

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Who We Are

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), a nonprofit organization established by Congress, oversees the audits of public companies and SEC-registered brokers and dealers to protect investors and to further the public interest in the preparation of independent, accurate, and informative audit reports.

Our investor protection mission is focused on modernizing audit standards, enhancing audit inspections, and strengthening enforcement of PCAOB rules and standards and other related laws and rules. People are at the heart of our mission at the PCAOB. As we carry out that mission, we strive to uphold the highest standards in audit quality with investors’ families, savings, and futures in mind.

We are hiring mission-driven professionals interested in a career with purpose, competitive benefit offerings, and work-life flexibility. If you are interested in working with a diverse group of talented professionals to protect investors and drive audit quality and innovation while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct, join us.

What We Offer

At the PCAOB, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package with a focus on the health and financial well-being of our valued team members. Some of the features of our comprehensive Total Rewards package include:

Compensation – We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation programs and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range, based on data-driven market analysis, for each job posting. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role in Washington, DC (Headquarters) is $290,300 - $479,200. Team members may also be eligible for performance-based discretionary awards.

Hybrid work option – Staff will be assigned to the Washington, DC (Headquarters) office. Staff can choose to live and work from anywhere within the United States but will be required to commute to their assigned office or location for occasional intentional gatherings or meetings at the frequency required by their supervisor. Travel to an assigned office or location for commuting purposes will not be considered reimbursable business travel, unless otherwise required by state law. Business travel is reimbursable in an amount not exceeding the cost to travel from the assigned office or location, unless otherwise required by state law.

Generous paid time off – Up to 6 weeks annually, in addition to 12 federal holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a year-end break from December 25 –31, 2024

Highly competitive 401(k) matchand savings options – Immediate vesting and contributions matched dollar for dollar, up to 7 percent of eligible compensation. Roth in-plan conversion available.

Comprehensive and competitive health benefit offerings – Medical, dental, and vision plans

Supportive paid family leave benefits – Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and up to 16 weeks paid caregiver leave

Life insurance benefits – Basic life and AD&D insurance provided; supplemental insurance also available

Education benefits – PCAOB staff qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. We also offer student loan repayment assistance, staff college tuition assistance, and college coach program support.

Well-being and family resources– Mental health and well-being resources, paid volunteer time, emergency child/adult dependent back-up care services, family-forming assistance, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program (EAP), health advocate program, and more

Commuter benefits – Tax-free employer subsidy and pretax employee deductions

Role Summary

The PCAOB has a full-time, regular position for a Deputy Director, General Counsel in the Office of General Counsel (OGC) at its Washington, DC (Headquarters) office. As a senior people leader, the Deputy Director will play a key role with respect to most substantive matters within the purview of OGC, as well as the administration of the office. The Deputy Director (along with the General Counsel) will be responsible for leading and supervising the legal function of OGC, including advising and counseling the Board and PCAOB staff in all functions of the organization.

Responsibilities

Provide overall strategic direction and leadership to OGC.

Share responsibility in the planning, directing, and monitoring of the operations of OGC to promote increased efficiency of operations and assure the appropriate utilization of resources.

Support the General Counsel in leading and supervising the legal function of the PCAOB.

Advise and counsel Board and staff on the exercise of the program responsibilities under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, as amended.

Advise and counsel the Board, management, and staff on all legal issues.

Advise on organizational compliance with pertinent laws and regulations.

Advise on PCAOB compliance with SEC requirements.

Oversee in-depth legal research involving analysis of statutes, proposed legislation, case law, and governmental guidance.

Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, and other documents on matters pertinent to the work and administrative functioning of the PCAOB.

Oversee the work of outside counsel; lead and provide direction to teams of attorneys within OGC.

Perform the full range of supervisory duties, including evaluating employee performance; make recommendations for appointment and promotion; hear and resolves complaints; identify development and training needs of employees; other related supervisory tasks.

Handle other duties as assigned, including acting as the General Counsel’s back-up as necessary.

Qualifications

Education/Technical Expertise

Minimum of 15+ years of legal experience with either a law firm, corporation, government agency, regulatory body, or other professional setting or combination thereof in a leadership role.

Experience in an environment related to accounting, financial matters, or public auditing.

Knowledge and experience relating to corporate and securities laws.

Knowledge and experience relating to rulemaking and administrative law.

A demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal issues.

A demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically, including the ability to translate long-term goals and objectives into short-term tactical plans and operational activities.

Juris doctor (JD) from an accredited law school in the United States.

Active member of the Bar.

Superior technical abilities, regulatory knowledge, and leadership skills.

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Superior verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to effectively represent the organization to a variety of both internal and external constituencies.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Strong time management and organization skills.

Ability to respond to changing circumstances and adapt to meet new opportunities/challenges.

Leadership/Management Skills And Abilities

Ability to drive a positive “tone at the top” of the organization and hold others accountable for doing the same.

Ensures that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with the highest ethical standards and aligns with the values of the organization.

Must be able to motivate and inspire employees at all levels of the organization in order to enhance team commitment and individual performance.

Proven ability to develop, coach, and mentor staff, providing constant feedback and clear direction.

Ability to promote collaboration by unifying teams, setting common goals and incentivizing collaborative behavior.

Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.

Strong ability to build credibility, organize effectively, solve problems quickly and communicate clearly.

Possesses the balance and emotional intelligence required to meet the diverse needs of the divisions/offices.

Proven ability to navigate and resolve various types of conflict in a timely and productive manner.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All PCAOB employees are entitled to equal opportunity and a professional work environment, free of discrimination and harassment. A workplace free of discrimination and harassment is fundamental to professional success and to the PCAOB's mission. The PCAOB will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

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