Company Description

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose we help our clients solve complex challenges, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow. We are looking for talented people who share our purpose of inspiring confidence and empowering change for our clients, our people and our communities.

KPMG ThinkPay offers a multi-disciplinary team combining specialist capability across Risk, Assurance, Workplace Relations Advisory, Employment Law, Tax and Data Analytics all in one place. By drawing on our subject matter experts, KPMG is uniquely positioned to help you navigate the complexities of your payroll environment.

Job Description

With continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Director to join our ThinkPay team. This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering high-impact advisory solutions, driving innovation, and building trusted client relationships across complex payroll and workforce compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic direction and delivery of large-scale consulting engagements across payroll remediation, workforce compliance, and data-driven risk management.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams, fostering a high-performance culture and mentoring future leaders.
• Drive business development initiatives, contributing to market growth and client acquisition.
• Ensure quality, compliance, and excellence across all engagements, with a focus on sustainable outcomes.

How are you extraordinary?
You are a strategic thinker with a passion for solving complex problems through data, technology, and advisory excellence. You bring:

• Deep expertise in data analytics, including cleansing, modelling, and insight generation.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python; experience with Azure and cloud-based analytics platforms is highly regarded.
• Proven track record in leading remediation programs and managing large-scale projects.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Experience in a Big 4, mid-tier, or boutique consulting firm, or in a senior data or compliance role within a large organisation.

Qualifications

• STEM degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth.

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.