Associate Director, Human Resource Business Advisor

Job Description

KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, HR Business Advisor to join our Human Resources organization.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a key strategic advisor to the Audit Chicago Metro and Mid-America Business Unit leaders and provide counsel and support to respective client group on all HR processes
• Leverage data analytics to help leaders identify, diagnose and respond to trends in their business; based on analyses, develop and provide strategic recommendations on programs and HR initiatives, such as action items as a result of periodic employee engagement surveys, exit survey and/or similar activities
• Stay informed and current on policies, procedures and any related changes; apply these to client group, collaborate with People Relations Group peers to solve for immediate employee issues and partner with them as they lead confidential investigations
• Oversee full compliance of the firm’s performance management process for client group, providing counsel to management on how to effectively link business strategy to goal setting and provide timely, meaningful feedback during the annual goal setting, interim and year-end review processes
• Provide counsel and guidance on salary issues related to internal promotions, new hire compensation and market/equity adjustments; collaborate with the compensation group to develop and interpret job assignments, appropriate FLSA classification and internal/external equity, within the practice and/or functional level
• Play an integral role in the client group’s talent management processes

Qualifications:

• Minimum eight years of progressive relevant HR and/or comparable experience, with comprehensive knowledge of HR-related principles, laws and regulations
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university, preferably in Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration or the equivalent work experience; preferably a Masters’ degree in an HR-related field or PHR/SPHR certification
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with the firm’s partners and employees
• Capable of coaching and training individuals in critical HR competencies
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Excellent communication skills