Sr. Director, Strategy & Portfolio Management

Company: KPMG
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 9, 2024

Job Description:

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Director, Strategy & Portfolio Management to join our Digital Nexus technology organization. This is a remote work opportunity.Responsibilities:

• Lead the overall strategy, delivery and management of the Journey Partner (Business Relationship Management) and Portfolio Management Functions; set tactical plan for the execution of the strategic objectives of the program(s); ensure development of actionable strategies in alignment with firm priorities; accountable for oversight of all incoming demand to the digital organization and ensuring that the organization has the necessary capacity to support the demand
• Define portfolio management framework, measures and metrics to provide visibility to stakeholders (internal and external) of risks, issues and overall health of the program(s) and project portfolio, escalating risk to the stakeholders and Digital leadership to raise awareness and provide recommendations to resolve issues
• Operate as a key advisor to clients and proactively initiate ideas to significantly improve client centricity; drive and manage progress of shared assignments/group objectives and large-scale programs, processes and/or projects
• Provide leadership and direction to remove obstacles and help ensure team members have all the tools and guidance to successfully execute on key activities; ensure program(s) and project(s) are delivered according to business expectations; work with architects, delivery, and operations teams to understand internal changes for example, digital capabilities, upgrades to infrastructure, technology refreshes, internal projects, and more, that need to be prioritized and scheduled in the change plan
• Use deep subject matter expertise to guide and counsel leaders on highly complex matters impacting the digital organization and the firm; act as a significant contributor to innovation that has impact and creates a high financial, client value, and efficiency impact within the department; incorporate global and other environmental factors into business analysis
• Participate as a member of the leadership team to champion the mission and vision of the digital organization to foster a program delivery and business-focused culture and mindset; act as the senior executive escalation point to ensure business expectations, goals and objectives are met for all clientsQualifications:
  • Minimum twelve years of recent experience in organizing, planning, and executing multiple large-scale projects and programs from definition through implementation with advanced program or project management skills
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; Master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; PMP certification is preferred
  • Experience managing multi-phase, multi-track and multi-year projects and programs
  • Comprehensive knowledge of full lifecycle project management, software development lifecycle, Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe), package implementations, infrastructure deployment methodologies, IT transformation projects and industry best practices
  • Skilled in making decisions of very high complexity, often autonomously; capability to direct, motivate and empower others to work towards the organization's goals, ensuring efficient allocation of resources across multiple functions
  • Exceptional verbal/written communication, collaboration, negotiation and influencing skills to lead an environment driven by customer service and teamwork; able to ensure execution of strategic initiatives for the organization; ability to address emerging opportunities and how organization should be organized/staffed to realize them KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, the firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at "".
    
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    https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=6797S_9_24KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site). KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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