Director, Strategy/M&A Execution

5 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States KPMG Full time $120,000 - $250,000 per year

KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking a Director to join our KPMG Strategy practice.

Responsibilities :

  • Serving as a key advisor, identify and direct enterprise-wide integration and separation strategy and oversee execution of related deliverables
  • Help lead business development initiatives focused on Integration, M&A, Separation and Deal Advisory including targeting key C- level individuals, proposing KPMGs services and closing opportunities
  • Lead cross-functional teams in developing and implementing services, managing key interviews, leading workshops, and conducting industry research through secondary and primary resources
  • Manage the development and presentation of final project deliverables
  • Oversee the quality of engagements and the development of staff

Qualifications :

  • Minimum eight years of recent experience in developing and implementing mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integration and separation solutions within a consulting advisory firm, with additional experience in corporate strategy or development a plus
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college; MBA from an accredited university preferred
  • Experience within the Strategy and M&A industry. Deal experience as part of a corporate development team, including operational exposure across primary corporate functions such as HR, IT, Finance, Legal and more
  • Prior experience managing multiple complex initiatives and within the complete M&A life cycle in Financial Services
  • Demonstrated experience developing relationships with senior clients in a professional services environment
  • Excellent foundational consulting skills; analytical, written and verbal communication, client presence, facilitation and presentation skills
  • Travel may be up to 80-100%
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

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