Digital Transformation Lead

KPMG LLP Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG is seeking a Digital Transformation Lead to join their team in Toronto. This pivotal role focuses on technology enablement across the Tax & Legal practice, ensuring that client solutions drive business transformation. Ideal candidates will have strong stakeholder management skills, experience in digital transformation, and a relevant university degree. KPMG promotes diversity and aims to create inclusive opportunities for all candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years professional experience in complex environments.
• Experience in digital transformation or technology enablement.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and align solutions with business objectives.
• Develop project deliverables such as strategic road maps.
• Support change management activities during implementation phases.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Change Management

Education

University degree in related discipline

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Are you passionate about driving innovation and solving complex business challenges through technology? Join our Digital Transformation team within Ignition, where we partner with the Tax & Legal practice to deliver impactful technology enablement.

As a Digital Transformation Lead, you will play a pivotal role in leading the successful execution of technology enablement across our Tax & Legal practice. This role bridges strategy and execution, ensuring that technology delivers tangible value and is embraced across the business.

What you will do

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, understanding their business objectives and aligning them with digital solutions
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to inform decision-making and drive digital transformation in alignment with business priorities
• Assess current processes and technologies to identify improvement opportunities
• Facilitate workshops and interviews to gather insights and co-create solutions with Product Development
• Use data analysis and market research to develop business cases and strategic recommendations
• Maintain transparency through regular briefings and feedback loops
• Proactively manage stakeholder expectations

Technology Bridge

• Develop project deliverables, including strategic road maps and implementation plans, to guide clients through transformation journeys
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables within budget
• Identify additional services or products to benefit stakeholders and enhance revenue
• Communicate stakeholder feedback to delivery teams to improve offerings

Change Management & Adoption

• Support change management activities including communications and trainings
• Provide Level 2 support during implementation and hyper-care periods

What you bring to the role

• A university degree (or similar) in related discipline
• Experience in digital transformation, business analysis or technology enablement
• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience within a complex, organizational environment
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Entrepreneurial spirit and resourceful
• Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and influence without formal authority
• Familiarity with change management practices and tools

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

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 | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.