Associate Director - Tech CoE

KPMG United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG's Deal Execution practice seeks an Associate Director with expertise in technology and M&A. This role involves building client relationships and leading complex engagements while working with a diverse global team. Candidates should have experience with SAP ERP, business processes, and stakeholder management. The role promises substantial career growth amid a rapidly evolving technology-driven M&A market.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP ERP products, especially in post-merger integration.
• Track record of leading complex ERP projects.
• Ability to build relationships with C-level clients.

Responsibilities

• Build deep client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.
• Lead the design of complex engagements and oversee delivery.
• Develop thought leadership and internal/external networks.

Skills

SAP ERP

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Project Management

Data Migration

Job description

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Job description

KPMG's Deal Execution practice is looking for exceptional candidates for an Associate Director role, with a technology, digital, AI and M&A specialisation.

The role offers an opportunity to fast-track career growth in a 'Technology in M&A' market that has witnessed unprecedented activity in the post-COVID era. The technology team, within the Deal Execution practice, has grown significantly and is on track to double in size again over the next 3 years. We deliver value for clients by challenging conventional thinking, bringing deep industry and functional insights, and executing with investor-grade rigor.

We are a diverse team of over 300 practitioners globally, working collaboratively with and orchestrating KPMG's broad set of capabilities within our Deal Advisory business.

Key Responsibilities

• Build deep client relationships and be seen as the 'go-to' person and a trusted advisor by senior executives.
• Support the identification, pursuit, and conversion of a pipeline of business development opportunities.
• Actively develop own knowledge and expertise in chosen propositions and sectors.
• Lead the design of complex engagements and take responsibility for leading day-to-day delivery.
• Undertake scoping and fee negotiation on standard engagements.
• Proactively develop thought leadership.
• Build and maintain a strong internal and external network.
• Understand risk and ensure adherence to risk management frameworks.
• Inspire, motivate, coach, and develop project team members and appraisees, providing constructive feedback.
• Lead critical practice development initiatives, coordinating team members.

Behaviours

Deliver Impact:

• Make sound decisions using sound business judgment.
• Foster innovation and experimentation to create value.
• Use diverse inputs to develop strategic perspectives.

Seek Growth:

• Learn and adapt through insights and self-reflection.
• Develop and motivate others, fostering confidence and exceptional results.
• Build collaborative relationships internally and externally.

Inspire Trust:

• Deliver high-quality products and services.
• Act ethically and responsibly, encouraging others to do the same.
• Address inequity and promote inclusivity.

Required Experience

• Experience working with SAP ERP products, ideally in post-merger integration or carve-out scenarios.
• Track record of leading complex ERP projects with multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of business processes and ERP modules (Procurement, Inventory, Manufacturing, Finance, etc.).
• Experience in data migration projects preferred.
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders and talk credibly with C-level clients.
• Experience supporting acquisitions, divestitures, and transactions involving ERP solutions.
• Understanding of the deal lifecycle and IT's role within it.
• Ability to develop new products and revenue streams focused on ERP solutions in transactions.
• Strong self-motivation to innovate and develop new services.
• Ability to evaluate challenges and deliver practical recommendations.