The Role
KPMG New Zealand is part of the international KPMG network, one of the world’s leading professional services organisations. We provide audit, tax, and advisory services to individuals, SMEs, not-for-profit organisations, multi-nationals and government agencies.
Our people experience is anchored in a clearly articulated purpose of ‘Fuelling New Zealand’s prosperity’ and our contribution to the shared wealth and lasting well-being for all New Zealanders. In order to deliver this, we must attract, develop and retain the very best people and create a workplace environment in which everyone is able to flourish. We are proud of our reputation for values-driven behaviour that guide our actions and defines what it means to work at and be part of KPMG. We believe in Integrity – We do what is right; Excellence – We never stop learning and improving; Courage – We think and act boldly; Together – We respect each other and draw strength from our differences; and For Better – We do what matters.
Digital Consulting combines technology consulting with deep technical experience across a range of technology, areas and services. Our advisors combine extensive knowledge of data and analytics, cyber security, software development, IT strategy and operating models to provide clients with a service that adds recognised value.
The opportunity:
- As a result of growing demand - our Digital Consulting team has an opportunity available at a Senior Manager level. Please note that KPMG offers a Senior Manager level between Manager and Associate Director level.
- This role will support our core technology consulting service offerings, including:
- M&A – IT Due Diligence and Integration/Separation: Undertaking IT due diligence from buy or sell side and supporting the technology elements of integration and separation planning.
- IT/Digital Strategy & Operating Model: Helping clients develop and implement IT and Digital Strategies, supporting roadmaps and operating models to support them, as well as maturity assessments and other supporting activity.
- IT Sourcing and Procurement: Supporting clients from requirements development, through market engagement and evaluation to due diligence and contracting.
- This role is focused on supporting and building our existing Technology Deals (M&A, I&S) capability as a result of increased demand, but we are looking for candidates with the ability to work across broader technology consulting offerings.
Day to day you will:
- Lead teams to deliver one or more of our core service offerings.
- Work closely with senior leaders to support the development and delivery of the Digital Consulting strategy – in particular elements of Technology Advisory and Technology Deals – including capability build, business development and delivery optimisation.
- Be an active and engaged member of the Technology Advisory team – building relationships within Digital Consulting and across KPMG.
- Provide guidance and support to more junior team members – both technical and non-technical.
- Apply your existing technical skills and experience to new challenges and experiences.
- Leverage global tools, frameworks and resources to deliver customer outcomes.
- Take a hands-on approach to developing project artefacts, running workshops or conducting interviews.
- Write reports and prepare client presentations of a high quality, providing insights with a customer focus.
- Manage delivery of technology projects/implementations, working with a mixture of onshore and offshore resources using both waterfall and Agile methodologies.
- Manage delivery of project budget, scope and timing.
- Build the reputation of KPMG through the quality of your work, expertise and judgement as well as innovative approaches.
- Be comfortable working at pace with a high attention to detail across multiple projects at once.
What you’ll bring to the team:
- Technology Consulting experience, Big Four or equivalent is preferred. We expect the candidate to be able to scope and run engagements (with appropriate oversight and support).
- Experience and interest in Technology Deals/M&A, including IT Due Diligence and ideally IT Integration/Separation planning and delivery (or equivalent).
- Expertise in developing Digital Strategy as well as experience in designing and implementing IT/Digital operating models to support digital initiatives.
- Previous delivery management experience gained in an implementation or consulting role.
- Experience in facilitation and running workshops and interviews.
- A relevant tertiary qualification in a technology or business field.
- Experience developing and costing projects and implementation approaches.
- Relevant Technology certifications (e.g. TOGAF, ITIL) are a bonus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to shape and develop client deliverables to a high standard.
- A positive and flexible attitude and an enthusiasm to embrace new challenges and growth opportunities to gain experience.
Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by the KPMG Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners if we require agency assistance. Thank you for your understanding.
Life at KPMG
KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent.
For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone Enya van Dulm on 04 816 4660 or email [email protected]
We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a holistic range of benefits to support your life balance, whatever your circumstance. We want you to do Work That Matters, Thrive and Grow and know that you Belong here with us, at KPMG.
As a KPMG employee, we will offer you:
— Access to the firm's annual incentive scheme
— Opportunities for local and international secondments
— Hybrid working across a mix of office, client and home hubs to recognise that people have individual circumstances and preferences when it comes to where and how they work
— The ability to work from overseas and extend time connecting with friends and family outside New Zealand
— Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave
— Gender-neutral support for all stages of the parental journey, including access to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents
— A paid professional association membership of your choice
— Digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees
— A wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, banking services, and lifestyle goods and services
— The support, allyship and opportunity to join our many Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Affinity networks, including the Kiwa, Pride, Ethnicity, Accessibility and Wahine groups
— The opportunity to participate in Green Team activities, as we work toward reducing the firm’s environmental footprint and become carbon zero by 2030
— An invitation to join your local Social club and enjoy events aimed at bringing people together for social, sporting, cultural, family and fundraising activities
— Paid time off for volunteering and involvement in citizenship activities
— An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, subsidised sporting events, free confidential counselling services, additional 5 days of Wellbeing leave to support you and your family's overall health and wellness, access to our Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more!
We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.
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