Manager, People & Change

KPMG LLP Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm based in Calgary is seeking a Manager for their People and Change Advisory practice. The role involves executing organizational transformations and supporting client proposals. Key qualifications include leadership experience in change management, project management success, and strong relationship management skills. The firm values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. This position may require travel and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Flexibility in work hours

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex projects in a consulting role.
• Proven track record of on-time, on-budget project deliveries.
• Ability to foster relationships in a client facing role.

Responsibilities

• Execute organizational transformation projects.
• Develop proposals and thought leadership with senior leadership.
• Mentor team members and support feedback culture.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and management.

Skills

Leadership experience

Relationship management

Change management

Project management

Generative AI tools

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.

KPMG’s People and Change Advisory Practice transforms organizations by changing the way people lead, manage and develop. In an age of constant disruption, game-changing trends, and perpetual transformation we help our clients drive business value and achieve strategic goals through the optimization of their people and organizational agenda. We help CHROs make their function future-ready.

Our practitioners deliver strategic and operational consulting services related to organizational effectiveness, human resource planning and transformation. From developing talent strategies and managing behavioural change to optimizing both the workforce and HR function, our knowledgeable advice enables improved performance from our clients’ people and their organizations.

Our People & Change Advisory practice are seeking a Manager to strengthen our Management Consulting practice in the Calgary office. We are looking for a motivated professional like you to join our dynamic team. If you have a background in change management or with transformational projects, this may be the opportunity for you!

What you will do

• Executing and providing expertise to support large organizational transformation, including contributing to workforce transformation initiatives, organizational redesign initiatives and/or organizational change management programs.
• Supporting client pursuits and proposal development with support from Senior Leadership, and working with KPMG leaders to develop thought leadership, white papers and other intellectual assets.
• Growing your reputation as a trusted advisor and as a champion within your area of personal expertise.
• Serving as a liaison between clients and upper management and work across various stakeholder groups to facilitate all phases of projects from inception to close.
• Growing your coaching and feedback skills through providing day‑to‑day guidance and mentoring to your team and supporting our Open Feedback culture.
• Supporting timely engagement management and ensuring on‑time, at‑budget high quality delivery of client deliverables.

What you bring to the role

• Leadership experience in areas including behavioural change management, organization design, and organization development with experience working within a management consulting capacity.
• Experience managing complex projects with excellent knowledge of Organization Design, Human Resource practices, and performance measurement practices.
• Strong experience working through process design projects including in‑depth and advanced skills in facilitation and change management.
• Proven project management success with strong track record on‑time, on‑budget and to‑specification delivery of projects and experience with sponsor and risk management.
• Experience working in a client facing role with strong relationship management skills and business development capability.
• The desire to seek opportunities to maximize efficiency through the use of Generative AI tools.
• The will and ability to travel (locally, nationally, or internationally) to support client delivery.
• At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.

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

KPMG in Canada is 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.