Manager in Spatial Analytics and Geospatial Advisory

KPMG International Limited; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Relocation assistance

Learning & Development

Early Finish Fridays

Job summary

KPMG Ireland is seeking a Manager in Spatial Analytics and Geospatial Advisory to lead advisory projects that inform housing, transport and development decisions in Dublin with a hybrid working model.

The role requires NFQ Level 8 qualification and at least five years of relevant experience within a built environment consultancy. You will guide methodologies, client engagement, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to deliver strategic spatial insights.

Qualifications

• NFQ Level 8 qualification or equivalent in GIS, geography, or related field.
• Minimum five years of relevant professional experience in spatial analytics/advisory.
• Experience leading projects in built environment consulting and delivering spatial analyses.
• Strong ability to translate spatial evidence into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead spatial analytics and advisory projects for housing, transport, and development.
• Develop methodologies and manage project inputs and quality.
• Communicate findings via maps, reports, and presentations to clients.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Spatial analytics

Geospatial advisory

Project management

Data analysis

Client engagement

Education

NFQ Level 8 qualification

Tools

GIS software

Data visualization

Job description

Manager in Spatial Analytics and Geospatial Advisory

Basic Information

Location: Dublin

Business Area: Deal Advisory

Description and Requirements

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next Manager in Spatial Analytics and Geospatial Advisory?

Location: Dublin, with Hybrid Working Model

Grade: Manager

Contract type: Permanent

A snapshot of your peer group:

• Our Managers in Spatial Analytics and Geospatial Advisory usually have an NFQ Level 8 qualification or equivalent, with a significant component in one or more of the following: GIS, geography, spatial planning, planning, architecture, property, economics, data analytics or other relevant disciplines. Equivalent professional or industry experience will be strongly considered.
• At least five years’ relevant professional experience, and are presently operating at a manager level within a built environment consultancy setting. This may involve leading out on projects involving some or all of the following areas: e.g. planning applications, supporting assessments, property and land use, infrastructure siting, demand-led advisory, with a track record of applying spatial analysis to commercial and strategic outputs.
• Practical experience undertaking spatial, locational or market assessment, ideally in one or more areas such as residential or commercial development, transport, energy, retail, regeneration, social infrastructure, investment, funding applications or business cases.
• Strong understanding of the factors influencing places and development, including land use, zoning, accessibility, proximity, catchments, demographics, market demand, development potential and commercial viability.
• Proven ability in project management and delivery, including defining analytical approaches, managing inputs and resources, maintaining quality and bringing assignments from inception through to completion.
• Naturally curious and commercially minded, with the ability to interrogate complex datasets, identify meaningful spatial patterns and translate evidence into clear conclusions and recommendations.
• Confident developing methodologies and communicating spatial evidence, using mapping, data visualisation, written reporting and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A strong mentor, reviewer and relationship builder, with experience supporting colleagues, engaging with clients and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Commercially aware, with experience contributing to proposals, business development, client relationship management, thought leadership or the development of new services and methodologies.
• This is an applied advisory role rather than a specialist remote-sensing or engineering position. We are particularly interested in candidates who use geospatial evidence to assess places, markets, development opportunities and investment decisions.

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

• Benefit from a distinctive combination of planning, spatial analytics and strategic advisory work, collaborating with experts across KPMG to inform decisions on topics such as housing, commercial development, transport, retail, regeneration, social infrastructure and major public investment.
• Develop robust spatial assessment methodologies that support evidence-based decision-making, drawing on land use, zoning, accessibility, demographic, socio-economic, market, property and operational datasets.
• Lead and deliver spatially informed advisory projects, including locational assessments, catchment and accessibility analysis, demand and capacity assessments, development-potential studies, option appraisal and the spatial evidence required for funding applications and business cases.
• Translate complex analysis into actionable advice, producing high-quality reports, strategies, business cases, maps, visualisations and concise recommendations for clients and senior decision-makers.
• Work alongside multidisciplinary project teams, integrating planning, economic, financial, property, transport and stakeholder inputs into coherent and commercially relevant recommendations.
• Provide technical and methodological leadership, quality-assuring analytical outputs and helping colleagues move beyond data production to generate meaningful insight and advice.
• Build trusted client relationships, helping clients define their questions, shape project scopes, develop proportionate analytical approaches and understand the implications of the evidence.
• Help shape the future direction of a growing team, contributing to business development, propositions, thought leadership, innovation and the continued development of our spatial analytics and advisory capability.
• Work on some of Ireland’s most significant projects, helping clients understand development opportunities, future demand, locational choices, investment priorities and the changing needs of communities, businesses and public services.

Your team:

You will be joining KPMG Planning, a specialised team combining planning, spatial analytics, demographics, socio-economic assessment and strategic advisory. We help clients understand places, markets, development opportunities and future needs, using spatial evidence to support investment, policy and delivery decisions.

We work across the built environment, supporting residential and commercial development, infrastructure, retail, regeneration, social infrastructure, public investment, green and energy infrastructure projects. Our work considers how land use, zoning, accessibility, catchments, demographics, demand and viability interact to shape the potential of places and helping to bring these project to fruition through the planning system.

The team is part of KPMG’s Infrastructure Advisory practice, bringing spatial and planning expertise into multidisciplinary projects alongside colleagues in wider economics, critical infrastructure, property, finance, sustainability and strategic advisory. As a senior team member, you will lead projects, develop colleagues, strengthen methodologies, engage directly with clients and help grow our spatial analytics and advisory offering.

We welcome candidates from planning, property, development, transport, energy, economic development and applied geospatial backgrounds who want to broaden their advisory experience. The strongest candidates will demonstrate how they have used spatial analysis to answer strategic or commercial questions, rather than focusing principally on remote sensing, surveying, utilities networks or detailed engineering applications.

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Benefits Tailored for You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That’s why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Career Progression with Continuous Support

From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.

We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html

KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.

For any specific queries about the role, please contact Karine Vatuska.

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