Director - HR Compensation, M&A Strategy

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 to join our Strategy Transaction group in our Deal Advisory and Strategy practice.Responsibilities:Provide full scope of executive compensation consulting services, including assessment, design, governance, and implementation services working with publicly traded and privately held companies undergoing performance transformations and transactionsAdvise on the compensation related aspects of domestic abd global transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, carve-out, and other strategic transactions, for Fortune 1000 companies, middle-market organization, and private equity investorsLead IPO compensation planning initiatives, including executive compensation and equity plan design, job architecture, salary range development, incentive plan redesign, and program communicationsLead and manage engagements from inception through completion, including scope development, budgeting, resource planning, coordination of client-ready deliverables across KPMG engagement teams, and presentation of finding and recommendations to client leadershipOversee and drive development of staff by serving as a mentor and couch to junior teams membersDrive business development initiative, cultivate client relationships, and support the continued growth of the practiceAct with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environmentQualifications:Minimum eight years of recent consulting experience in the design and implementation of compensation and incentive programs with a leading consulting boutique, top accounting or HR consulting firm, with experience in an HR M&A due diligence and integration environment. Corporate experience leading a compensation function, in additional to consulting experience is preferred.Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college is required; CCP and/or CEP designations preferredExtensive experience in project management including planning, organizing, coordinating, and managing staff, clients, or partners towards the successful completion of a projectHighly motivated, self-starter, team player, with positive attitude and strong quantitative, communication and relationship-building skillsWillingness and ability to travelApplicants 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)KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG LLP is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG LLP provides a Total Rewards Package that includes 401(k) and medical and may include dental, vision, disability and life insurance, personal well-being and Personal Time Off. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year depending on your job classification and entity affiliation. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: California Salary Range: $209665 - $448040 KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, creed, religion, age, sex/gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or other related condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or sexual abuse or any other legally protected status. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state, and local recruitment and hiring laws. KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them. Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.