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Director - Management Consulting

AucklandOn-siteFull-time

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Director-level consulting lead focused on shaping and delivering complex change programs, operating model design, performance improvement and service design for clients in Auckland, with cross-border collaboration.

About this role

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:

  • Step into a leadership role where your work genuinely shapes the future of Aotearoa. As a Director within KPMG’s Auckland Consulting practice, you’ll be at the forefront of supporting our clients to deliver complex change across a range of industry sectors including financial services, the public sector, and corporate clients such as utilities and retailers.
  • We are looking for an individual with proven expertise in shaping, selling and leading the delivery of functional solutions that cover operating model design, performance improvement, organisational change and service design – often at the intersection of process and technology.
  • This role will also provide opportunities to work closely with colleagues in Australia, Singapore and the Philippines as well as the wider international KPMG network.
  • This is your chance to grow and lead - you’ll be at the forefront of both winning exciting engagements to support our clients as they transform as well as guiding their delivery, and leading high performing teams that thrive on delivering meaningful change.
  • If you’re energised by the opportunity to win in the market, drive strategy, and deliver lasting impact - this role is crafted for you.

    • Day to Day You Will

  • Provide leadership over business development efforts for consulting services in the Auckland market.
  • Design and deliver complex change engagements and other services which harness KPMG’s experience and expertise in the delivery of functional solutions including but not limited to, operating model design, performance improvement, organisational change and service design – often at the intersection of process and technology.
  • Manage client expectations with confidence—negotiating scope, timelines, and outcomes.
  • Drive excellent stakeholder engagement and support clients to execute large-scale change.
  • Develop and oversee project plans, including terms of reference and risk identification.
  • Direct engagements to meet quality, budget, and timeline requirements.
  • Identify new opportunities to grow and differentiate our Consulting services offering.
  • Coach, inspire, and develop consulting staff through hands-on leadership.
  • Contribute to the design and marketing of new service offerings and solutions.
  • Build strong, trusted client relationships across government.
  • Seek and leverage feedback to ensure consistently exceptional client experiences.

    • About You:

  • Minimum of 10 years of senior consulting experience across functional domains including operating model design, performance improvement, organisational change and service design.
  • Proven experience of selling and delivering projects which harness technology and digital enablement to support delivery of high impact outcomes to clients.
  • A strong track record in business development and practice growth.
  • Proven success in leading teams, mentoring talent, and building capability.
  • Exceptional programme management, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Demonstrated success delivering advisory engagements and complex change.
  • A collaborative working style and the ability to build relationships across diverse teams.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • A relevant tertiary qualification.
  • Experience working with or within government agencies.
  • A positive, pragmatic, “can-do” attitude with a genuine sense of ownership.

    • Skills

    BudgetingBusiness DevelopmentChange ManagementClient Relationship ManagementDigital EnablementEngagement GovernanceGovernments Sector ExperienceMarket-facing StrategyMarket PositioningOperating Model DesignOrganisational ChangePerformance ImprovementProgram ManagementProject PlanningProposal DevelopmentRisk ManagementSales Of Consulting ServicesService DesignStakeholder EngagementTeam LeadershipTechnology-enabled DeliveryTimeline Management

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