Assistant General Counsel

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. We are proud to foster a collaborative environment focused on enabling your career growth and continuous professional development. We are seeking an Assistant General Counsel to join our team. The Assistant General Counsel serves as a key member of the Legal and Risk Management team, providing strategic legal counsel and practical guidance on contracts, subpoenas, employment law, and general litigation. This role partners closely with the General Counsel, People & Culture, Risk Management, and business leaders to proactively identify and mitigate legal risks, manage employment-related disputes, and support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. The Assistant General Counsel also oversees litigation matters, reviews and drafts complex contracts, and partners with outside counsel. As Assistant General Counsel, you will: Handle all stages of the response to subpoenas, summonses and third-party information requests, including objections, negotiation of scope and production. Manage document collections, reviews, and legal hold processes. Manage litigation and administrative proceedings brought against the Firm. Draft state-specific settlement and confidentiality agreements. Direct and oversee outside counsel, including litigation strategy, budgeting, case management, and settlement negotiation. Represent the Firm in client disputes. Draft, review, and negotiate client and vendor agreements to protect company interests. Provide legal counsel and strategic guidance on a broad range of legal matters, including employee relations, performance management, accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour issues, restrictive covenants, and workforce reductions. Advise People & Culture, Risk Management, and business leaders on compliance