Manager, People & Change

KPMG

$109K — $126K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years experience in Change Management, HR/Workforce transformation, or organizational design consulting.
  • Experience in transformation or project-based environments, preferably within large organizations.
  • Strong project management skills with a track record of meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to deliver clear, client-ready materials and communicate effectively.
  • Interpersonal skills to build and manage client relationships.
  • Exposure to change management and organizational design.
  • Proficient in problem-solving, analytical, and facilitation skills.
  • Undergraduate degree in business, HR, behavioral sciences, or related field; advanced degree or certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Support planning and delivery of client engagements to meet high-quality standards.
  • Lead workstreams within transformation programs focused on HR and organizational design.
  • Manage daily project execution, tracking deliverables and addressing risks.
  • Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure timely and budget-compliant milestones.
  • Coach junior team members to foster a collaborative environment.
  • Create client-ready deliverables including presentations and transformation roadmaps.
  • Build client relationships through proactive communication and excellent delivery.
  • Identify enhancements to client impact and assist with business development efforts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Supportive work environment promoting collaboration and inclusion.
  • Potential eligibility for bonus awards.
Full Job Description
What you will do

We are looking for a Manager to strengthen our Management Consulting practice. If you have a background in Change Management, Workforce / HR transformation or Organizational Design within transformational programs, this may be the opportunity for you.

As a Manager in our People & Change practice, you will support the delivery of client engagements, contribute to project execution, and play an active role in developing team capabilities and client relationships by:
  • Supporting the planning and delivery of client engagements, ensuring high-quality outputs aligned to client expectations
  • Leading workstreams across transformation programs, including Change Management, Workforce / HR transformation and organizational design initiatives
  • Managing day-to-day project execution, including tracking deliverables, timelines, and risks
  • Working collaboratively with senior leaders to deliver project milestones on time and on budget
  • Coaching and supporting junior team members, contributing to a collaborative and inclusive team environment
  • Developing client-ready deliverables, including presentations, reports, and transformation roadmaps
  • Building strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and delivery excellence
  • Identifying opportunities to enhance client impact and support business development efforts through proposal development and market research
  • Contributing to internal practice initiatives such as knowledge development, recruiting, and team growth
  • Supporting the design and implementation of people-focused transformation solutions, including change management strategies and organizational effectiveness initiatives

What you bring to the role

  • 5-8 years of experience in Change Management, HR/Workforce transformation, organizational design, or people-related consulting work
  • Experience working on transformation or project-based environments, ideally within consulting or large complex organizations
  • Strong project management capabilities with experience managing workstreams and delivering against deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to develop client-ready materials and communicate insights clearly
  • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships
  • Exposure to Change Management, Workforce / HR transformation or organizational design engagements
  • Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within teams
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and facilitation skills
  • Undergraduate degree in business, human resources, behavioral sciences, or a related field
  • Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CHRL/CHRP, PMP, Prosci) considered an asset


KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $109,000 to $126,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant's base salary within this range is based on the individual's location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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