Senior Manager - Family Office Advisory Services

KPMG LLP Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Toronto is seeking a Family Office Advisor. This role involves managing family governance services for high net worth clients. Responsibilities include project management, research development, and client engagement coordination. Candidates should possess a degree and an FEA designation, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers opportunities for collaboration within a diverse team setting.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong business judgment and analytical skills are essential.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills are necessary.
• Project management experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and manage client engagements with defined project scope.
• Develop high impact engagement materials and coordinate client meetings.
• Conduct research and develop bespoke assessments for clients.

Skills

Business judgment

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

Research synthesis

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Management/Business Administration, Human Resources, Psychology, Social Sciences, Industrial Relations

Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) designation

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 Family Office works with high net worth (HNW) individuals and families across Canada to help manage the complexities of their wealth, so they can continue their success journey and thrive for generations to come.

Our team of dedicated multi-disciplinary professionals provide independent and objective advice on all aspects of wealth, including business and personal, as clients navigate life changes, reach milestones and face moments of transition. Our team’s diverse perspectives and collaborative approach make a world of difference for the many individuals and families we work with, giving them clarity, stability and peace of mind for today and for the future.

This role will work with our Ontario & Atlantic Family Office team based out of Toronto. The incumbent will deliver a suite of family governance and dynamics services, building from their designation as a Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA), working closely with our client families. They will do so in partnership with colleagues in tax, law, wealth, philanthropy and business advisory.

What you will do

• Initiate client engagements by developing project scope, including detailed, task-level work plans and resource, time, and cost estimates, required to successfully partner with a family on their governance and dynamics issues.


• Develop high impact client engagement materials, help coordinate client meetings, lead one‑on‑one interviews with family members and draft themes and recommendation reports, in addition, prepare detailed family meeting minutes along with quarterly and annual client progress reports.


• Support the Family Advisory client team in conducting research and development of bespoke assessments, playbooks, methodologies, on topics such as skills and capabilities, leadership development, family and business strategy, board advisory and succession planning.


• Act as the project support for next generation strategic initiatives and Family Office events/webinars.


• Support the proposal process with the Family Office team and other KPMG Partners/subject matter experts.


• Maintain client prospect lists, pipeline reports and other business development/leadership update reports in collaboration with the Family Office Practice Manager.


• Maintain knowledge about leading practices in the Family Office space, including tools and technologies, while assisting the Family Office leaders in positioning the practice as thought leaders in a very targeted client segment.

What you bring to the role

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree. This may include an undergraduate or graduate degree in Management/Business Administration, Human Resources, Psychology, Social Sciences, Industrial Relations


• Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) designation, from Family Enterprise Canada; or other similar designation (for consideration)


• Excellent business judgment, analytical, and decision‑making skills; along with exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills


• Project management and consulting experience either within a formal consulting firm or delivering for internal stakeholders


• Ability to conduct research and synthesize data into meaningful insights for the client


• Ability to work and effectively communicate with senior‑level business partners. Presenting to all levels of our Family Office team as well as clients and their families, both in person and remotely/virtually.


• Strong demonstrated use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

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.