Senior Manager, People & Change

KPMG LLP Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Calgary is seeking a Senior Manager for its People & Change Advisory practice. The role involves leading organizational change management programs, mentoring teams, and managing client engagements. Ideal candidates will have experience in project management and stakeholder engagement, along with strong communication skills. KPMG offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and inclusive environment, valuing diversity and dedication to client success.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Professional development support

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Experienced leader in organizational change management, culture change, learning design and/or talent management.
• Proven success in project management with expertise in stakeholder and risk management.
• Strong client-facing skills with a focus on business development.
• Exceptional communication and facilitation skills for diverse audiences.
• Desire to seek opportunities to maximize efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams and conduct organizational change management programs.
• Motivate and mentor junior team members.
• Manage engagement planning and delivery.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of projects.
• Identify and contribute to business development opportunities.
• Develop relationships with clients to drive business growth.

Skills

Organizational change management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Relationship management

Education

Preferred accreditations in project/change management (PROSCI, PMP, MSP)

Tools

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 Senior 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

As a Senior Manager in our People & Change practice, you will have overall responsibility to plan and manage client engagements, lead the day‑to‑day operation and execution of services and contribute to business development activities by:

• Leading teams and work with a variety of clients to delivery organizational change management programs. Collaborate with senior executives to define the change vision, guiding enterprise‑wide cultural and technology transformations, and ensuring consistent change execution.
• Motivating your team and creating a culture of inclusion. Providing day‑to‑day guidance and actionable coaching to your team. You will manage, mentor and train junior team members, as well as provide support to other service lines within Management Consulting.
• Maintaining responsibility for overall engagement planning and delivery as well as managing engagement economics using available reports and data.
• Managing the delivery of multiple and/or large scale client projects ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery of quality work which meets the client requirements and expectations.
• Identifying business development opportunities and contributing to the development and submission of proposals and bid documents. Leading pursuits aligned to client issues.
• Support in managing business operations such as resource allocation, team planning, succession planning, and practice strategy.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients in the Prairies market to drive business growth. Understand the client’s industry and recognize key performance drivers and business trends.
• Being known as a trusted advisor and as a champion within your sector/service.

What you bring to the role

• Experienced leader in organizational change management, culture change, learning design and/or talent management
• Proven success in project management, delivering projects on‑time, on‑budget, and to specifications, with expertise in stakeholder and risk management. Experience with managing multiple projects and providing direction to team members.
• Strong client‑facing skills with a focus on relationship management and business development.
• Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, including the ability to craft compelling narratives and adapt messages and tone for diverse audiences. Broad business management experience in consulting or corporate environments.
• Preferred accreditations in project/change management (PROSCI, PMP, MSP) are considered an asset.
• 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 workday or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote themselves 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

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.