Roles & responsibilities
We are recruiting for Assistant Manager positions in the Quality and
Risk Management (QRM) Team in KGS. In this team, your responsibilities
will include executing work requests or adhoc projects on behalf of UK
Quality & Risk Management (QRM).
UK Quality & Risk Management (QRM) teams help to set, implement,
and enforce policies and procedures designed to support and enable
KPMG UK and its personnel to achieve the following key objectives: (i)
oversee and monitor service quality across all capabilities, (ii)
protect the brand and reputation of KPMG, (iii) comply with laws,
regulations and professional standards, and (iv) minimize the risk of
financial claims against KPMG UK.
The firm is required to implement and operate a system of quality
management (SoQM) in accordance with the International Standard on
Quality Management 1 (ISQM 1). The firm and its personnel are
also required to comply with KPMG’s risk management policies and
procedures as well as various legal and regulatory requirements and
professional standards. The Compliance Assurance Programme team within
QRM is responsible for the firm’s programme of testing and evaluation
of the SoQM, and compliance with certain KPMG risk management policies
and regulations/professional standards. Reports prepared by the
team are regularly presented to KPMG UK’s Risk Executive, Board Risk
Committee and KPMG International, and are also available to relevant
regulators.
In addition, you will be required to:
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The assistant manager will take full ownership and accountability for
allocated sections of the compliance programme including planning and
performing the testing, reviewing the evidence provided, challenging
and evaluating the results to determine if the evidence is sufficient
to demonstrate compliance with policies and controls, and proposing
and agreeing actions in response to findings. Work will normally
be subject to review by a more experienced team member, providing
regular opportunity for coaching and development.
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The role requires developing a clear understanding of relevant
policies, controls, and methodologies and then preparation of clear,
accurate and concise documentation as a permanent record of
testing. It will also include identifying and communicating the
high-level points relevant to senior stakeholders. The role will
often involve assisting with root cause analysis as part of the action
planning in response to findings. The successful candidate will
have the opportunity to liaise with a variety of key stakeholders in
the business including Capability Risk Management Partners, Ethics and
Independence, and Engagement Teams (including Engagement
leaders).
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The successful candidate will develop skills in areas such as coaching
and relationship management, as well as acting as a topic champion
within the team for technical areas of the firm’s system of quality
management.
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The work will vary as the successful candidate will, over time, take
ownership of different sections of the programme. The role will
give them an excellent opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of
key risk areas, policies and central processes within the business and
to help develop and monitor improvements to internal controls and
procedures as part of the firm’s system of quality management.
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This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to enter the
world of risk management and gain experience working in an
internal/operational role, reporting to key stakeholders within the
business and responding to regulatory pressures.
Preferred technical & functional skills
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Ownership and demonstrated accountability for work.
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Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise and deal
with conflicting demands, juggle multiple projects at the same time.
Proven ability to work both independently and as a strong team player.
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Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information appropriately.
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Pro-active approach and the ability to follow matters to a conclusion
and suggest forward facing actions.
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Ability to research and fully understand policies, controls and
methodologies so as to perform effective testing, and to evaluate the
sufficiency and appropriateness of evidence obtained.
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The ability and confidence to effectively question Partners and other
senior personnel within the firm.
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Listening, challenging, asking probing questions and applying
judgement to responses to get a full understanding of the information
being provided.
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Ability to clearly and concisely document the work performed, evidence
obtained, and conclusions drawn in workpapers.
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Ability to summarise key findings and observations and report them in
a clear and concise manner to senior team members and stakeholders
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Prior experience in internal/external audit and/or in a risk
management/compliance role is desirable.
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Knowledge of existing risk management processes and systems (such as
MSD/CEAC and Sentinel) an advantage.
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Personal drive and positive work ethic to deliver results within tight
deadlines and in demanding situations without compromising on quality,
and ethical standards and values
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Ability to follow instructions clearly and demonstrate attention to
detail
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Strong commitment, multi-tasking and strong work ethics
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Self-motivated to prepare high quality work first time
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Receptive to constructive feedback
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Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
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Ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment
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