Director, Data Retention and Deletion

The KPMG Advisory practice is at the forefront of transformation, offering excellent opportunities for individuals to advance their careers and expertise with KPMG. Looking ahead, we anticipate continued evolution and success within the practice, fostering both personal and professional development, thereby creating new pathways for growth. 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 help 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, Data Retention and Deletion to join our Advisory Services practice.Responsibilities Lead the strategy, design, and implementation of enterprise data retention and defensible deletion programs, with emphasis on data lifecycle management, records management, and legal holds management across structured and unstructured data environments Advise clients on information governance, records retention, legal and regulatory obligations, litigation readiness, legal hold processes, and defensible disposition; translate requirements into practical policies, controls, operating models, and implementation roadmaps Design and oversee data lifecycle and records management capabilities, including retention schedules, classification, disposition workflows, preservation requirements, governance structures, and integration with enterprise data and content platforms Incorporate data security posture management (DSPM), data discovery, classification, risk identification, and cybersecurity capabilities into retention and deletion programs to improve visibility, control, and defensible management of sensitive data Lead and manage existing client engagements in the financial services sector, including executive stakeholder relationships, program delivery, team leadership, scope, risks, quality, and opportunities to expand services Develop and manage strategic relationships with technology vendors and ecosystem partners to support go-to-market initiatives, joint solutions, market development, client pursuits, and differentiated data lifecycle and information governance offerings Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment Qualifications Minimum eight years of recent experience in data lifecycle management, records and information management, information governance, legal holds, data privacy, cybersecurity, technology risk, or a related field, including experience leading complex client programs or engagements Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required; Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is preferred Experience designing, implementing, or transforming enterprise data retention and defensible deletion programs, including records management, retention schedules, information classification, legal holds, preservation, and disposition processes Experience with data security posture management (DSPM), data discovery and classification, data protection, or related cybersecurity capabilities and their application to data lifecycle and information governance programs Experience leading customer delivery for financial services clients, including executive stakeholder management, engagement leadership, program governance, risk management, and delivery of complex data, privacy, records, legal, or cybersecurity initiatives Experience developing and managing technology vendor or alliance relationships in support of go-to-market strategy, business development, joint solutions, client pursuits, and market-facing offerings; strong leadership, communication, presentation, and analytical skills Ability to travel as required to support client and business needs Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. 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