KPMG

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose we help our clients solve complex problems, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow. We are looking for talented people who share our purpose of inspiring confidence and empowering change for our clients, our people and our communities.

The consulting environment at KPMG is dynamic and fast-paced, offering diverse opportunities to work on challenging projects with leading organisations across various industries. As a consultant at KPMG, you will be part of a collaborative team that provides strategic insights and innovative solutions to help clients address complex business issues and drive growth. You will work with experienced professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality services and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

The opportunity:

• We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to drive transformation initiatives within our Financial Services Consulting practice.
• This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with ideally a combination of consulting and business experience, with deep expertise in Business and Technology Transformation, Process Improvement, Operational Excellence and Target Operating Models .
• You will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-impact consulting engagements for leading financial institutions. Experience within the banking and insurance sectors is necessary, as well as any functional expertise within those sectors.

Day to day you will:

• Lead and deliver complex transformation programs across banking and insurance clients and drive sustainable solutions for these clients.
• Develop and pitch consulting solutions focused on client needs and supported by our expertise and business leading frameworks and methodologies.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on operational challenges.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design innovative, data-driven solutions.

What you'll bring to our team:

• Proven experience in delivering transformation within the financial services sector, ideally at a senior level through consulting services.
• Strong track record in delivering business and technology transformation, process improvement, operational excellence and, target operating model.
• Strong knowledge of the commercial and regulatory environment for the financial services sector and the changing horizon and technology infrastructure underpinning organisations transformation initiatives.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial acumen with experience in business development and proposal writing. Excellent relationship-based business development skills are essential as well as a well-established network.
• Good knowledge of best practice both globally and locally for transformation with an ability to think strategically and a motivation to learn and connect to topical and future sector thinking.

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 KPMGAccessibilityNetwork@kpmg.co.nz

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

— 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.