Associate Director - Tech CoE 1

KPMG United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG's Deal Execution practice seeks an Associate Director specializing in technology, digital, AI, and M&A. This role is vital for driving growth and innovation in a rapidly evolving market, as the team expands significantly over the coming years. Candidates must exhibit strong leadership qualities, engage effectively with clients, and manage complex projects while fostering a high-performance culture aligned with KPMG's values.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex ERP projects with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and C-level clients.
• Experience in transaction support involving ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Building deep client relationships and serving as a trusted advisor.
• Leading the design and delivery of complex engagements.
• Coaching and developing team members.

Skills

SAP ERP products

Leadership

Business processes

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 specialization in technology, digital, AI, and M&A.

The role offers an opportunity to accelerate career growth in a rapidly expanding 'Technology in M&A' market that has seen unprecedented activity post-COVID. The technology team within Deal Execution has grown significantly and is expected to double in size over the next three years. We deliver value by challenging conventions, providing deep industry insights, and executing with investor-grade rigor.

We are a diverse team of over 300 practitioners globally, collaborating across KPMG's Deal Advisory business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building deep client relationships and serving as a trusted advisor to senior executives
• Supporting business development efforts
• Developing expertise in specific propositions and sectors
• Leading the design and delivery of complex engagements
• Managing scoping and fee negotiations
• Developing thought leadership
• Maintaining professional networks
• Understanding and managing risks
• Coaching and developing team members
• Leading practice development initiatives

Ideal candidates will demonstrate behaviors aligned with KPMG's high-performance culture, including:

Deliver Impact

• Making sound decisions
• Fostering innovation
• Applying strategic perspectives

Seek Growth

• Learning and adapting
• Motivating others
• Building relationships

Inspire Trust

• Driving quality
• Acting ethically
• Advocating for equality

Qualifications and experience required include:

• Experience with SAP ERP products, especially in post-merger integrations or carve-outs
• Leading complex ERP projects with multi-disciplinary teams
• Knowledge of business processes and ERP modules
• Experience in data migration projects is preferred
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and C-level clients
• Experience in transaction support involving ERP systems
• Development of ERP-focused products and revenue streams