Hr Transformation Lead

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms.

Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose we help our clients solve complex problems, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow.

We are looking for talented people who share our purpose of inspiring confidence and empowering change for our clients, our people and our communities.

The consulting environment at KPMG is dynamic and fast-paced, offering diverse opportunities to work on challenging projects with leading organisations across various industries.

As a consultant at KPMG, you will be part of a collaborative team that provides strategic insights and innovative solutions to help clients address complex business issues and drive growth.

You will work with experienced professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality services and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

The opportunity

We are looking for an HR Transformation Lead to implement HR strategy through the delivery of HR systems, optimising operations and driving organisational change to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of HR services for a range of clients.

This key position is ideal for a consulting professional skilled in delivering HR transformational initiatives and identifying new opportunities to expand our existing practice.

Day to day you will

Lead HR Transformation Strategy and Initiatives :

Collaborate with our clients to deliver HR strategies, creating comprehensive roadmaps that align HR initiatives with our clients' organisational goals and objectives.

Manage HRIS Implementation :

Implement HR systems (e.g. Workday and Oracle Fusion) from conception, requirements gathering, through configuration, process optimization, service delivery uplift, to UAT, training and adoption.

Delivery Excellence :

Oversee project delivery, managing budgets, plans, risks and issues, whilst ensuring high-quality deliverables that leverage best practices and innovative solutions from KPMG's global network.

Client Engagement & Business Development :

Build and maintain strong client relationships across diverse sectors.

Identify new business opportunities, contribute to proposals, and support the growth of our HR transformation portfolio.

Team Leadership :

Manage and mentor a high-performing team and contribute to people management responsibilities as a performance manager.

Strategic Insight :

Stay abreast of the latest HR technology trends, providing clients with strategic advice to enhance operational efficiency and transformation outcomes.

What you'll bring to our team

7–10 years of experience, including at least 5 years in HR transformation and HRIS implementation, ideally within a large consulting environment.

Extensive experience in delivering HR transformation strategy, operational optimisation and change management.

Proven hands-on experience in implementing leading HRIS solutions, especially Oracle Fusion and / or Workday, which is considered a significant advantage.

Ability to multitask across a broad range of activities and manage complex projects to successful completion.

Intellectual curiosity and a drive to thrive in a fast-paced, professional, and outcome-focused environment.

Recruitment Agencies : The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by the KPMG Talent Acquisition team.

We will contact our preferred agency partners if we require agency assistance.

Thank you for your understanding.

Life at KPMG

KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent.

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We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a holistic range of benefits to support your life balance, whatever your circumstance.

We want you to do Work That Matters, Thrive and Grow and know that you Belong here with us, at KPMG.

As a KPMG employee, we will offer you :

— Access to the firm\'s annual incentive scheme

— Opportunities for local and international secondments

— Hybrid working across a mix of office, client and home hubs to recognise that people have individual circumstances and preferences when it comes to where and how they work

— Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave

— Gender-neutral support for all stages of the parental journey, including access to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents

— A paid professional association membership of your choice

— Digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees

— A wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, banking services, and lifestyle goods and services

— The support, allyship and opportunity to join our many Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Affinity networks, including the Kiwa, Pride, Ethnicity, Accessibility and Wahine groups

—The opportunity to participate in Green Team activities, as we work toward reducing the firm's environmental footprint and become carbon zero by

—An invitation to join your local Social club and enjoy events aimed at bringing people together for social, sporting, cultural, family and fundraising activities

—Paid time off for volunteering and involvement in citizenship activities

—An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, subsidised sporting events, free confidential counselling services, additional 5 days of Wellbeing leave to support you and your family\'s overall health and wellness, access to our Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more!

We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities.

Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability.

Further info can be found on our website.

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