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Risk and Assurance ManagerKPMG New Zealand • WorkFromHome, Wellington, New Zealand
Risk and Assurance Manager

Risk and Assurance Manager

KPMG New Zealand • WorkFromHome, Wellington, New Zealand
30+ days ago
Job description

Overview

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

  • Working alongside key government agencies in Wellington, our Consulting team is seeking an experienced Manager where you'll get a bird's eye view of some of the key issues facing our clients in the 'new normal& apos;.
  • You’ll collaborate with colleagues from across the division, gain new skills and build on the strengths you bring to the firm, whilst working in a fast paced and energetic environment.
  • Our teams work with boards and management to achieve optimal governance, risk and control environments that support organisations' strategic and operational priorities.

Day to day you will

  • Perform reviews over high profile projects across various sectors in New Zealand, focusing on risk management, process reviews and controls.
  • Manage the overall scoping, execution and delivery of a variety of internal audits as well as risk consulting projects.
  • Use data to analyse trends and patterns and identify risks in processes.
  • Provide practical recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their business processes, systems and organisation.
  • Partner with technical subject matter experts to develop fit for purpose risk and control solutions.
  • Participate in the career and performance development of junior team members by supervising their work, providing them with timely and specific performance feedback.
  • Play a role in the development of business for the team, including identifying opportunities and pursuing them, developing thought leadership, leading client proposals and developing team capabilities.
  • Build the reputation of KPMG through the quality of your work, expertise and judgement as well as innovative approaches.
  • What you'll bring to our team

  • Previous risk and assurance / internal audit experience across various industries. Ideally within a professional services firm, government agency and wider public sector, but it is not mandatory.
  • The ability to analyse information quickly and efficiently, using innovative and creative solutions to solve problems.
  • Oral and written communication is a key strength, including highly developed report writing along with planning, project management, relationship building, networking and influencing skills.
  • A positive and flexible attitude and an enthusiasm to embrace new challenges and growth opportunities to gain experience.
  • Be comfortable with ambiguity and have the confidence to solve problems and fill gaps in knowledge by questioning, collaborating with others and researching technical and contractual documentation.
  • 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.

    For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone Enya van Dulm on or email

    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 2030
  • 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 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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