Manager - Sustainable Value

At KPMG, we see sustainability as the coming together of environmental, social and economic sensibilities. Though simple in principle, the practice is often complex. KPMG’s broad base of internal expertise helps clients break through bottlenecks to craft practical solutions and create truly Sustainable Value for stakeholders through in-depth analysis, informed strategy, and integrated reporting.This position plays a crucial role within KPMG’s national Sustainable Value Team and IMPACT initiative. As such, it represents an opportunity to help keystone organisations navigate a wide range of environmental challenges, fulfil their purpose, and deliver sustainable value to stakeholders for an inclusive, prosperous, and resilient New Zealand.

The opportunity:

• The Manager - Sustainable Value will work closely with colleagues to deliver team goals, with a core focus on Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) and Sustainability issues.
• As part of the wider Advisory practice, this role will work to implement the strategic goals of the division including operational responsibility for the successful delivery of engagements, and both staff and client relationships.

Day to day you will:

• Manage engagements relating to Sustainable Value and IMPACT offerings
• Contribute to the successful delivery of KPMG services, undertake business development such as proposal writing and contributing to the development of KPMG's services through knowledge management and methodology design
• Work with our clients to develop insights and identify opportunities for high impact change and subsequently lead and deliver sustainable, meaningful improvement projects
• Apply an awareness and understanding of the general business and economic environments in undertaking engagements
• Motivate, coach and develop project team members, supporting their career and capability growth

What you'll bring to our team:

• Demonstrated ability in strategic business development and advisory services - relevant management consulting or Big 4 experience an advantage
• Have a passion and interest in climate change and sustainability
• An ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Be comfortable seeking out opportunities for growth, are comfortable challenging the status quo, and enjoy getting out of your comfort zone.
• Previous experience coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Oral and written communication is a key strength along with planning, project management, relationship building, networking and influencing skills
• A relevant tertiary qualification

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