Director of Corporate Affairs, Advisory Practice

at KPMG in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Business Title: Director of Corporate Affairs, Advisory Practice

Requisition Number: 115275 – 32

Function: Business Support Services

Area of Interest:

State: IL

City: Chicago

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 Director of Corporate Affairs to join our Advisory practice.

Responsibilities:

+ Lead planning and execution of internal change and employee engagement communications

+ Work closely with executive director of Advisory Communications to develop and implement a communications strategy focused on shaping, advancing and protecting reputation to drive forward the priorities of the firm’s Consulting business

+ Build trusted relationships with Advisory and Consulting leadership and serve as primary relationship manager to provide counsel on communications strategies, opportunities and issues; bring forward new ideas and innovative approaches based on an understanding of the business and market landscape

+ Oversee robust reputation-building campaigns that incorporate media relations, content strategy, thought leadership and executive visibility, support Consulting Leadership Team members with strategic messaging and communications materials for both internal and external audiences

+ Manage, coach and source developmental opportunities for direct reports; collaborate with cross-functional partners (Operations, Marketing, HR, and others) to drive integrated communications efforts for priority business initiatives and go-to-market campaigns

+ Define and establish best practice systems and processes for measuring communications programs and monitoring progress to drive successful outcomes; align communications efforts with wider Advisory and firm-wide communications to ensure consistency, and partner with other leaders across the Corporate Affairs team to drive the broader firm strategy forward

Qualifications:

+ Minimum ten years of recent experience working in communications, with a strong track record of working with senior business leaders as a trusted advisor

+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in communications, public relations, business or related field

+ Proven experience in setting and executing integrated communications strategies

+ Exceptional writing skills for internal and external audiences; excellent project management skills with keen attention to detail

+ Demonstrated record of leading, coaching and inspiring high performing teams

+ Ability to thrive, multi-task and be flexible in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

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 ’Benefits & How We Work (https://www.kpmguscareers.com/why-kpmg/#benefits) ’.

Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=1627\9\24

KPMG 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 attached link ( https://assets.kpmg.com/content/dam/kpmg/us/pdf/2018/09/eeo.pdf) contains further information regarding the firm’s compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

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.

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).

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