Job Description

As an Associate Director in the KPMG Futures team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic foresight initiatives that enable transformation and innovation across the firm. Working closely with senior leaders and diverse teams, you will help translate emerging trends and insights into meaningful strategies that position KPMG for the future.

This is a 12-month parental leave cover role.

Your Opportunity

In this role, you will:

• Support the delivery of the Futuresphere whitepaper and flagship event across ASPAC, contributing to KPMG’s thought leadership and market presence.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high‑impact foresight initiatives within KPMG Futures.
• Conduct in‑depth market analysis, research and horizon scanning, and lead workshops to inform strategic decision‑making.
• Develop and present clear, compelling strategic recommendations aligned to KPMG’s business objectives for senior internal and external audiences.
• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to internal teams, building strong and collaborative relationships.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with the Connected Technology Group, aligning on strategic initiatives and future‑focused plans.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, translating insights into forward‑thinking perspectives.
• Support the development and activation of brand‑building initiatives, including thought leadership and market-facing content.

How Are You Extraordinary?

You bring:

• Strategic curiosity - a natural ability to think ahead, connect signals, and challenge conventional thinking.
• Influential communication - confidence in engaging senior stakeholders and translating complex ideas into clear narratives.
• Collaborative leadership - a relationship‑driven approach that brings people together across teams and disciplines.

Your Experience

You will ideally have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics or a related field, with an MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience in strategy development and execution, ideally within consulting or professional services.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesise complex information into actionable insights.
• Excellent presentation and storytelling skills, with experience influencing senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience leading and working across cross‑functional teams in fast‑paced, evolving environments.

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.

KPMG Australia: grow with us!