Overview:
At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.
We are seeking a Senior HR Manager (Human Resources Consultant) to join our Canadian Functional HR Advisory leadership team, supporting Western Canada. In this highly visible role, you will partner closely with the Functional HR Leader, Advisory Canada, the Functional Managing Partner, Advisory British Columbia, and the Functional Managing Partner, Advisory Prairies to shape and execute people strategies that drive business outcomes.
As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you will play a pivotal role in translating strategy into action—balancing big-picture thinking with operational excellence. This role is ideal for an experienced HR leader who thrives in complexity, embraces change, and brings both insight and execution to the table.
What you will do:
Strategic Partnership & Transformation
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Act as a strategic thought partner to Advisory leaders across Western Canada, aligning people strategies with business priorities during a period of change.
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Translate enterprise-wide HR strategies into actionable, National/Region-specific plans that deliver measurable impact.
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Challenge the status quo by bringing forward innovative, data-informed people solutions that enhance performance, engagement, and inclusion.
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Lead and/or contribute as a project team member on National Advisory and/or Firm-wide people initiatives.
Operational HR Leadership
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Lead and support core annual people processes, including listening strategies,, performance development, compensation planning, talent reviews and succession planning, and workforce planning.
- Ensure consistent, high-quality execution of HR programs and policies across all Western Canada offices, while remaining responsive to local business needs.
- Partner with Centres of Excellence (Total Rewards, Inclusion & Diversity, Employee Relations, Talent, etc) to deliver integrated solutions.
Employee Experience & Engagement
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Partner with leaders to design and implement employee engagement and retention strategies informed by qualitative and quantitative insights.
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Support leaders in creating an inclusive, high-trust culture where diverse perspectives are valued and people can thrive.
Advisory & Change Leadership
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Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and people managers on a wide range of sensitive and complex employee matters.
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Support change initiatives by helping leaders navigate ambiguity, build capability, and lead their teams through change.
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Conduct research and develop insights, reports, and executive-level presentations on emerging HR trends, risks, and opportunities.
What you bring to this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field; post-secondary HR diploma or certificate required.
- 7+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a fast-paced, complex, or professional services environment.
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Strong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
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Proven ability to build credibility with senior leaders and act as a trusted advisor.
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Experience working in evolving environments with competing priorities and multiple stakeholders.
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Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
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Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable navigating change and ambiguity.
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Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
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CHRP/CHRLL designation (completed or in progress) considered a strong asset; change management certification (e.g., PROSCI) is also an asset.
KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $105,000 to $155,000 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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Our Values, The KPMG Way:
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters
KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.
AI Usage
We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.
We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.
