Manager - Workforce Capability

Role Title: Manager – People Consulting (Workforce Capability)

Location: London or Manchester

KPMG UK offices | KPMG UK

The KPMG Consulting function is a cornerstone of our business. Operating from London we do work that matters, serving the country with diligence and expertise.

KPMG is one of the world\'s largest and most respected consultancies. We\'ve supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We\'ve proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

By encompassing a wide range of disciplines across a breadth of areas such as Strategy, Forensic, Risk and Regulatory, People and Talent, and Operational and Financial Transformation, we become immersed in our clients\' organisations, applying sector knowledge and technology solutions to deliver the best possible outcomes and get it right first time.

Why Join KPMG as a Manager – People Consulting (Workforce Capability)?

We are seeking a Manager with experience in large scale People Centric Transformations who will bring experience, insight, and energy to drive complex solutions for our clients.

You will join an established and highly successful People Consulting / Workforce Transformation practice, with the opportunity to leverage our leading practice methodologies and continue our growth. You will be working closely with Senior Stakeholders I major FTSE 100 clients across a broad range of industries to provide Advisory on their Workforce Capability strategies.

What will you be doing?

  • Work closely with FTSE 100 clients primarily across a diverse set of corporate clients, for example Energy, FMCG, Telco, Pharma, Life Sciences, and Media
  • Lead learning and workforce capability projects and workstreams with a small team of consultants, to drive business change, integrating across large multi-disciplinary programme teams and providing direction and knowledge on the learning and workforce side of the solution/ implementation
  • Build and manage existing relationships with clients, and support in generating new client opportunities
  • Take a lead role in continuing to innovate our learning and workforce tools and assets
  • Take a lead in knowledge sharing and developing skills internally across our team
  • Be a coach for consultants helping them to develop and progress their careers

What will you need to do it?

  • Proven experience in workforce capability, Learning, Organisational Development, or People Consulting.
  • In depth project delivery and stakeholder management skills.
  • Prior experience in a client facing Consultancy role
  • Ability to work in complex environments with multiple priorities.
  • Familiarity with talent, learning, or capability frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills we would love to see / Amazing extras;

  • Experience in change management, transformation programmes, or strategic workforce planning.
  • Exposure to digital learning tools or capability analytics.
  • Prior experience gained from within a Big 4 or major consultancy firm.

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to Managers with People Consulting (Workforce Capability) experience in the UK as this is where the team is based.

London or Manchester

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

Find out more:

Within Consulting we have a range of divisions and specialisms. Click the links to find out more below:

  • Consulting at KPMG: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/consulting/
  • ITs Her Future Women in Tech programme: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/people-culture/it-s-her-future/
  • KPMG Workability and Disability confidence: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/need-support-let-us-know/

For any additional support in applying, please click the links to find out more:

  • Applying to KPMG: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/
  • Tips for interview: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/application-advice/
  • KPMG values: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/our-values/
  • KPMG Competencies: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/experienced-professional/applying-to-kpmg/kpmg-competencies/
  • KPMG Locations and FAQ: www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/faq/?category=Experienced+professionals
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