Global HR Business Partner

Job description

You've got big plans. We have opportunities to match, and we're committed to empowering you to become a better you, no matter what you do.

When you join KPMG you'll be one of over 207,000 professionals providing audit, tax, advisory and business enablement services across 153 countries.

With the support to do things differently, grow personally and professionally and bring your whole self to work, there's no limit to the impact you can make. Let's do this.

About KPMG International and the Global Resource Centre

KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 153 countries and territories and have 207,000 people working in member firms around the world and with FY18 revenues at more than US$28.96 B. KPMG International, a matrix organization, works at the global level and sets strategy, ensures global consistency and provides expertise to support member firms in the achievement of their business and Employer of Choice objectives. Many of the resources to support member firms, within KPMG International have been centralized with the Global Resource Centre (GRC) in Toronto. The GRC provides Global Marketing & Communications, Learning & Development, Procurement, Risk, Finance and IT.

Overview of the opportunity:
The KPMGI HRBP will support one or more Global functions depending on the function's size, organizational complexity, the maturity and level of HR needs. The exact Global function(s) to be supported will be determined at the time of resourcing the role and the needs of the business at that time.

The KPMGI HRBP is a primary liaison on all People matters impacting relevant Global persons, in the population supported by a given KPMGI HRBP, across multiple Global locations. This role works closely with the Global Leaders of a designated Global function (i.e. GMT Leader, Global COO, Chief of Staff (CoS), Senior People Leader (SPL), where applicable), in-country HR and Compensation teams, in-country HR Advisors supporting Global and other HRBPs within the KPMGI HR team. This role has a challenging remit of managing various Global stakeholders and appropriately responding to their needs.

KPMGI HRBPs will apply their generalist background and provide oversight, direction and support to ensure both effective and efficient provision of HR services to a Global function. KPMGI HRBP roles are instrumental in driving improved business performance with focus on consistency of HR communications, policy and process.

This can be achieved if decisions made and recommendations or solutions provided by the KPMG HRBPs to Global business are compliant with the MF policies and processes and are aligned to existing KPMGI Protocols, enabling fairness and consistency with the People practices applicable across KPMGI as a whole.

The HRBP role, organizationally, sits within the KPMGI HR team and has dual reporting: primary reporting to the Head of KPMGI HR and a dotted line / 2nd pen reporting to respective Global Leadership team member (GMT Leader, Global COO or CoS) of a Global function.

What you will do:
·  Drive quality: Delivers high-quality products and exceptional service that provide value and exceed client expectations
·  Apply a strategic perspective: Uses diverse sets of inputs to develop a broad perspective on business and people issues
·  Build collaborative relationships: Connects with individuals, teams and organizations to build lasting, collaborative relationships that enable global, firm-wide growth
·  Make sound decisions: Exercises sound ethical and business judgment when making decisions
·  Develop and motivate others: Engages teams, instills confidence, and coaches people to find meaning in their work and achieve exceptional results
What you bring to the role:
To be successful, you must have strong people and problem solving skills, project/case management and analytical capabilities. In addition, you will possess a good understanding in the areas of recruitment, HR technology, business processes, performance and talent management, compensation and benefits and able to interact and deal effectively with different stakeholder groups within the KPMGI network. This position requires an individual to have a strong appreciation of the sensitivity of information, respect for confidentiality and a solid team-oriented attitude.
·  Technical knowledge of Employment law and the application
·  Good project management skills for medium scale initiatives
·  Analytical skills
·  Ability to identify and analyze trends in employee data
·  Ability to present recommendations, solutions, analysis back to key stakeholdersExperience in recruitment is an asset
·  Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education with a minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role
·  Similar experience in a professional services firm is a plus
·  Advanced MS, PPT and Excel skills
·  CIPD or part CIPD qualified is an asset
Keys to your success

·  Strong team player with good influencing skills
·  Ability to coach peers, team members, and key stakeholders
·  Aptitude for continuously improving processes/best practices
·  Flexible work style and approach based on client needs
·  Highly detail oriented and process driven
·  Integrates information from a variety of different sources and considers the broader impact of issues
·  Excellent communication and analytical skills
·  Self-motivated and able to manage conflicting deadlines and demands
·  Strong mind-set for continuous improvement and meeting or exceeding client expectations
·  Proven track record of successful relationship development and management capabilities with stakeholders
·  Ability to influence and confidently negotiate at all levels
·  Demonstrated ability to influence, evaluate and manage conflicting priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment with senior level leaders
Learn more about where a career at KPMG can take you.
Location Toronto, ON ,Our Values, The KPMG Way
We lead by example | We work together | We respect the individual
We seek the facts and provide insight | We are open and honest in our communication
We are committed to our communities | Above all, we act with integrity

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. KPMG encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Any assessment and selection materials or processes used during the recruitment process will be available in an accessible format to applicants with disabilities, upon request. If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process , please contact the HR Shared Service Centre by email atcafmcdnhrsthotline@kpmg.ca or by phone at 416-777-8002 or toll free 1-888-466-4778 (Option 1). KPMG will consult with all applicants with disabilities who request accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.
Category Human Resources ,Industry Not Applicable