KPMG-Canada Looking for Senior Manager, Human Resources, KPMG Law at Toronto, ON Full Time

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.

The Opportunity

KPMG Law is uniquely positioned as an independent law firm affiliated with KPMG Canada and the KPMG global network. The KPMG Law practice is made up of service lines including Tax Litigation, Tax Law, Business Law, Employment Law, Trust and Estates, and Immigration.

What you will do

This role will appeal to you if you possess a true sense of ownership, take great pride in the quality of work you do and the value you provide to your internal clients as a Trusted Advisor. You are a true team player; enjoy a fast-paced environment, are able to work independently, and are solutions oriented.

The Senior Manager will collaborate with the Director, Strategy and Operations – KPMG Law and Director of Talent to develop and execute talent strategies nationally that will help us to effectively deploy, retain, engage and develop the right talent in the right ways for our current and future business needs.

The Senior Manager plays a key role in delivering on our Business Enablement vision and ‘How can I help you’ service culture through support to Business Unit Leader(s), Develop Leader(s), and People Leaders.

• Trusted advisor, coach, and influencer to the KPMG Law Leadership, Business Unit Leaders (BUL) and Service Line Leaders on talent related matters.
• Understands and articulates clients’ business strategy, challenges, and opportunities.
• Implements and monitors the effectiveness of national strategic people initiatives.
• Collaborates with the Director, Strategy and Operations to implement talent strategies and plans aligned with business needs.
• Supports change management within the business unit.
• Discerns insights and trends from information and data, and leverages them to identify opportunities for change that will deliver value and impact to the business.
• Develops and maintains excellent relationships with stakeholders and provides support in the execution of their accountabilities.
• Provides guidance and hands on support to the KPMG Law practice in implementing HR programs and processes
• Regularly monitors the effectiveness of national HR programs, processes, and services, and raises concerns, and provides feedback to the relevant Centre of Excellence to drive continuous improvement based on business needs
• Analyzes and interprets Global People Survey (employee survey) results for KPMG Law and present results to the KPMG Law Leadership team to strategize on action plans and communications.
• Participates on national HR project teams, playing a track lead or contributory role.
• Responsible for annual HR processes nationally for KPMG Law which includes performance management, compensation review, leadership programs etc.
• Supports leaders in creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Identifies opportunities to embed diversity, inclusion and equity in local processes and programs.

What you bring to the role

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and post-secondary diploma or certificate in HR
• A CHRP, or CHRL designation is considered an asset.
• 7+ years of experience in Human Resources in a professional services environment. HR experience in a law firm is considered an asset.
• Fluently bilingual in both English and French is considered an asset.
• A strong business acumen and demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities for multiple stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal clients, gain credibility, and be viewed as a trusted advisor.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills
• A skilled communicator, both verbally and in writing, who is able to engage and inspire action from leaders and staff.
• Works well in corporate shared services, team environment.
• Advanced MS PowerPoint and MS Excel skills with the ability to adapt content & depth for intended audiences.

Keys to your success

KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here .

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. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here .

For general recruitment-related inquiries, please contact the HR Delivery Centre at cafmcdnhrsthotline@kpmg.ca .

If you have a question about accessible employment at KPMG, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact us at cafmcdnhrsthotline@kpmg.ca or phone: 416-777-8002 or toll free 1-888-466-4778.