Senior Director, Data Portfolio Management

KPMG

$160K — $200K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum ten years of experience in client success, business relationship management, or data portfolio management in a large enterprise; Big Four experience is a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, IT, data science, or related field preferred; or minimum twelve years of relevant experience required.
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing large-scale, data-enabled business transformation programs.
  • Proven collaborative skills in a matrixed organization, breaking down silos and driving alignment.
  • Exceptional communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • U.S. work authorization is required; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

  • Define and lead the data portfolio strategy to align data investments with business outcomes.
  • Provide governance over data initiative intake and execution, ensuring strategic alignment and ROI.
  • Partner with executives to identify data opportunities and translate business objectives into data strategies.
  • Establish KPIs for data services to measure adoption, value realization, and operational effectiveness.
  • Influence cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and accelerate strategic outcomes delivery.
  • Collaborate with data leadership on governance and transformation initiatives for successful solutions adoption.
  • Uphold professionalism and integrity in promoting KPMG's respectful work environment.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental plans, vision coverage, and life insurance.
  • Disability insurance and 401(k) plans with company contributions.
  • Personal Time Off according to job classification and years of service.
  • Holiday breaks and a flexible work schedule depending on job classification.
  • Robust personal well-being benefits to support mental health.
Full Job Description
KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Director, Data Portfolio Management to join our Digital Nexus organization. This is a hybrid work opportunity. Responsibilities • Define and lead the enterprise-wide data portfolio strategy for data services across KPMG's business portfolios; serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives and business leaders, ensuring data investments align with strategic priorities and business outcomes • Provide leadership and governance over the IDS intake, input on prioritization, funding, and execution of data and analytics initiatives; drive alignment with speed between business demand, digital capabilities, and long-term technology and data roadmaps to maximize value, scalability, and return on investment • Partner with the CDO, executive stakeholders and Client Success Directors (CSDs) to understand strategic objectives, identify opportunities to leverage data for value, and translate business priorities into actionable data, analytics, and AI-enabled transformation strategies • Establish and oversee key performance indicators (KPIs) and success measures for data services, including adoption, business value realization, stakeholder satisfaction, and operational effectiveness; drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision making • Influence and align cross-functional teams across Digital Nexus, business functions, and leadership forums to resolve complex challenges, prioritize investments, and accelerate delivery of strategic outcomes • Works closely with the data organization leadership team on data strategy, governance , and transformation initiatives, ensuring enterprise alignment, organizational readiness, and successful adoption of solutions • Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment Qualifications: • Minimum ten years of recent experience in a senior-level client success, business relationship management (BRM), or data portfolio management role within a large, complex enterprise; experience in a "Big Four" accounting or professional services environment is a significant advantage • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, information technology, data science, or a related field is preferred; or minimum twelve years of recent and relevant equivalent experience is required • Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, data-enabled business transformation programs, with demonstrated success bridging the gap between highly technical data delivery teams and non-technical business stakeholders • Outstanding collaborative skills with a proven track record of breaking down silos and driving alignment in a matrixed organization • Exceptional executive presence and communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business terms, and vice versa • Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa) KPMG LLP and its subsidiaries ("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, KPMG 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 KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two 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 . Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=6797_9_26 KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

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