Associate Director, Solutions Management

KPMG is a renowned workplace that fosters career growth by providing audit, tax, and advisory services to some of the most important industries today. Our commitment to delivering outstanding results for clients drives our expansion and is supported by a culture that promotes individual development, inclusivity, innovation, and community support. Join a team where passion for your future is valued as much as it is at KPMG. We are seeking an Associate Director, Solutions Management Lead within our Global Tech & Knowledge (GT&K) division. This role is pivotal in ensuring alignment between business teams and technology delivery while effectively managing the lifecycle of technological solutions. Collaborate with business teams and GT&K delivery teams to refine solution requirements, develop roadmaps, and streamline planning activities. Assist business teams in managing requests for new initiatives through established GT&K processes, ensuring they are updated on GT&K investments and strategic shifts for accurate future planning. Oversee and assist in the development and support of solutions, as well as ensure effective service delivery across global functions as required. Address and resolve challenges escalated by business teams, ensuring quick and satisfactory resolutions, and involve leadership when necessary. Provide regular updates and reporting to business teams regarding progress and challenges within the portfolio of activities, including financial tracking and support in annual budget planning. Manage the technical aspects of an existing portfolio of solutions through their lifecycle, liaising with business teams about requirements, development priorities, and support necessities. Work closely with Senior Solutions Management Leads, manage various Solution Management, Solution Architecture and Engineering leads, and collaborate with broader GT&K teams and external partners to fulfill business requirements. Uphold KPMG's values of integrity, professionalism, and personal accountability in supporting a respectful work environment. Qualifications: Minimum of ten years of progressive experience in IT, encompassing Business Analysis and Enterprise/Solution Architecture, with hands-on involvement in Solution development. Bachelor's degree in a related field (such as Computer Science); an MBA or other related master's degree is preferred, or equivalent work experience of at least ten years. Demonstrated experience in managing relationships with business teams and translating technology solutions to address business challenges. Familiarity with SDLC tools such as Azure DevOps and GitHub, along with experience in project reporting tools like Microsoft Project. Broad knowledge of application and infrastructure technologies, including Microsoft platforms (Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS), automation tools like ServiceNow, reporting solutions such as Power BI, and enterprise applications like SAP and Salesforce. Solid experience in managing a small portfolio of applications. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship. KPMG will not consider visa sponsorship for this position. KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, with opportunities tailored to meet your needs. Explore our benefits designed to support your lifestyle, well-being, and career development. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected category. #J-18808-Ljbffr Broughton Group