KDN QRM Assistant Manager

Job description

About KPMG Delivery Network

The world of global advisory, audit and tax compliance services for large multi-nationals is rapidly changing and heavily dependent on technology. The KPMG Delivery Network (KDN) is a KPMG special purpose member firm offering a way for clients to leverage KPMG top talent and technology platforms through regional teams of specialists, enabling economies of scale and a new way of working that expands beyond local capability. Together with KDN, KPMG member firms can drive the sales and delivery of global solutions at a competitive price and in a repeatable and consistent manner. As a member of KDN, you'll be a part of the KPMG family working alongside some of our profession's most skilled practitioners on rewarding programs and initiatives that are changing the way business operates, delivering value to our clients, and driving positive change in the communities. You'll enable KDN to accelerate new ways of working, using cutting-edge technology and working together with our member firms located in nearly 150 countries to help us achieve our ambition to be the most trusted and trustworthy professional services firm. Through your work, you'll build a global network and unlock opportunities that you may not have thought possible with access to great support, vast resources, and an inclusive, supportive environment to help you reach your full potential.

Role Summary:

Location: London

Contract type: Full time

The Quality and Risk Management (QRM) team at KDN Central is seeking a high-performing Assistant Manager to support its quality and risk management operations and strategic direction. This role will focus on developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure the quality of client deliverables, compliance with legal and regulatory obligations, and meeting client expectations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in quality and risk management and will play an important role in QRM's activities across a range of KDN policy and process related initiatives.

How you will make your mark

1. Support KDN's quality review programs within each function (Audit, Tax & Legal, Advisory) as they are designed, implemented and operated.
2. Assist in driving KDN compliance with Global Quality Risk Management policies.
3. Assist in the development, monitoring and operation of SoQM/KQCE processes throughout KDN.
4. Work with the relevant KDN process and control owners, including at the owned delivery centers, to complete quality SoQM/KQCE-related documentation timely.
5. Manage monthly, quarterly and annual reporting and control timelines.
6. Assist with the coordination of the annual independent testing process over KDN KQCE documentation.
7. Support the annual KDN risk assessment process.
8. Identify potential process and control improvements, support remediation of control related findings, and work with the relevant owners/operators to design/implement such improvements.
9. Monitor and communicate relevant global communications and information to others within KDN with SoQM and KQCE responsibilities.
10. Support a range of other QRM initiatives and strategic priorities.

This is the job for you if you have:

Technical skills:

1. External or internal audit or compliance background.
2. Experience with KPMG's SoQM/KQCE processes preferred.
3. Experience of designing, documenting and testing non-financial controls.
4. Strong risk management awareness.
5. Ability to apply critical thinking.
6. Analytical ability and attention to detail.
7. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
8. Strong questioning and listening skills.
9. Good interpersonal and organisational skills.
10. Experience of operating globally and cross-functionally.
11. Ability to build relationships and act as a trusted advisor.

Enabling skills:

1. Demonstrable evidence of cross teaming with other service groups / businesses.
2. Exhibit KPMG's core values & behaviors, always.
3. Strong stakeholder management and people management skills.
4. Think creatively and provide solutions to complex problems.
5. Driven and ability to work both independently and in a team.

Personal Skills:

1. Executive presence and ability to effectively connect with all levels of the organization.
2. Excellent oral and written communication skills, fluency in English, ability to connect with people remotely.