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Locations: Any KPMG UK office (Hybrid working)
Capability: Audit
Service line: Audit
Contract type: Permanent
Summary of role purpose:
These are really exciting times for KPMG Audit and the wider firm. This is a new role to work within the newly established SoQM Centre of Excellence during a period of significant change for the SoQM.
Over the past 12 months, the management of the design of SoQM controls and their documentation has been transitioning from the SoQM Technical Team to the business.
The merger with KPMG Switzerland will require resource to lead the assessment and consideration of whether we can better align the approach to the SoQM in both the UK and Switzerland and if so, to oversee the design and implementation of these changes.
QC1000 is a new quality control standard from the PCAOB which must be implemented by 15 December 2025. While the assessment of the incremental requirements of QC1000 and the differences from ISQM1 are being led globally, further detailed assessment and implementation of additional changes will be required at the UK level, likely resulting in new or amended controls, and system and operational changes. This role will be pivotal in managing the business activities necessary to meet QC1000 requirements.
It is critical that SoQM considerations are embedded into project management and decision-making across transformation projects within the firm, requiring more central oversight.
What will you get from the role?
* Strategic influence – opportunity to shape and influence the SoQM of the entire firm
* Diverse and challenging work – tackling complex quality issues, assessing and mitigating risks
* Collaboration – engagement with senior management and subject matter experts across Audit and KBS
* Driving innovation – leading initiatives to improve processes and efficiency
* Public trust and accountability – ensuring the firm meets high standards of quality, ethics, and compliance, impacting reputation and trust
Description of the role:
We seek a highly motivated, proactive, and diligent individual to support the SoQM Projects Director and manage a portfolio of strategic SoQM transformation projects. Responsibilities include:
* Stakeholder Management: Maintain dialogue across Audit and the wider business, assess ISQM1 impacts, and embed quality controls.
* Strategic Planning and Project Management: Develop and execute project plans, lead projects, coordinate teams, establish timelines, and report progress.
* Change Management: Implement strategies, communicate effectively, develop training, and support adaptation.
* Resource Management: Allocate resources, manage budgets, and ensure continuous improvement.
* Priority Projects: Manage QC1000 implementation and support the UK/Swiss merger integration, including impact analysis and action plan development.
People & Culture:
* Embed our culture of high challenge, high support, grounded in Our Values.
* Operate with curiosity and skepticism.
* Lead and foster a coaching culture.
* Act with accountability, professionalism, and inclusivity.
The person:
Experience and knowledge requirements:
* Audit or compliance background, experience with controls design, documentation, and testing.
* Knowledge of quality management systems and their implementation.
* Understanding of ethical standards and regulatory landscape.
Behavioral Attributes and Skills:
* Strategic thinking, risk management, transformation management, stakeholder engagement, negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills, project management, attention to detail, and effective communication.
KPMG overview:
KPMG in the UK offers Audit, Legal, Tax, and Advisory services. With over 16,000 colleagues, we aim to be a place for great people to do their best work, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture with flexible working options. We serve a wide range of clients, from startups to multinationals, with a mission to support the UK in a connected world, guided by our values: Courage, Integrity, Excellence, Together, and For Better.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair treatment throughout recruitment and valuing individuality as part of our success.
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