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Overview At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. The Contingent Labour Office’s (CLO) mandate is to partner with the business to enable an expedited and customer-centric positive approach to engaging external resources. At the same time, balancing the commercial needs of the business with mitigating risk to the firm. This mandate is achieved by Utilizing internal contingent workforce expert practitioners, who continuously expand their skills and remain up-to-date on market intelligence. Acting as trusted advisors, to educate, challenge the status quo, and advise the business on creative approaches to find the right solutions. Delivering a customer-centric approach to the business and external resources by minimizing administration efforts, anticipating their needs, projecting a ‘how can I help you’ attitude, and actively collaborating with Hiring Managers to deepen relationships. Location Anywhere in Canada will be considered, virtual work opportunity (1-2 days in office per month may be required for company meetings) What You Will Do Reporting the Leader of the Contract Labour Office (CLO), the Contract Manager will execute processes and solve challenges related to external resources - during the initial setup, while on contract, and when renewing or departing - for all functions and locations across Canada (the CLO processes 1000+ external resources per year of varying size - from individual to multi-million dollar organizations). The Contract Manager Applies technical expertise to advise, guide, and support Hiring Managers in the engagement of external resources, critical to meeting the needs of their clients/projects. Independently works on multifaceted complex cases, escalations, and requests to result in effective and timely resolution With accountabilities for complex contract revisions, comprehensive risk assessments, change management, and managing difficult relationships; On matters relating to classification, independence conflicts, Partner-level resources, immigration, taxation, data security, services delivered outside of Canada, federal government security requirements, acquisitions, external-client requested resources, member-firm agreements, offshore resources entering Canada, alliances, contract negotiations, time/expense, agency/staffing firms, and subsidiaries; and By often partnering with internal subject-matter experts such as the Office of the General Counsel (i.e. Legal), Risk Management, Procurement, ITS Security, Finance, Partnership Matters, and external service providers. Under the guidance of the Leader of the CLO, works on complex and high-risk cases inherent with engaging the contingent workforce, including, but not limited to matters related to external legislative and regulatory compliance (e.g. CRA, ESA, and laws), as well as KPMG Global and KPMG Canada polices and guidelines with respect to engaging third-party resources, independence, tax considerations, immigration, and data security. The successful candidate would be responsible for, but not limited to Case Management (Standard) Promote the CLO’s internal brand through a customer-centric delivery approach to the business and external resources and by exhibiting attributes of a subject-matter expert and trusted advisor. Manage all cases within KPMG’s vendor management system (Flextrack) as a super-user of the system. Train internal clients on submitting requests through Flextrack and utilizing the system Gather, interpret, and assess information related to the setup and case management of external resources. Conduct required due diligence on resources (KPMG history, background checks, independence, business verification, etc.). Educate and advise stakeholders on course of action. Maintain continuous contact with stakeholders to keep them apprised of progress related to their cases or requests. Document and maintain information in shared record-keeping tools to be used as reference data, source information for reporting and analytics, and be utilized for compliance audits. Be aware of flags that would deem a case to be ‘complex.’ Collaborate with other members of the team to ensure business needs are met. Case Management (multifaceted/complex) - comprised of ‘Case Management (standard)’ above plus the following Liaise and consult with various Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to independently manage escalations and complex cases. Mediate contract negotiations between multiple parties and stakeholders. Draft customized clauses for third-party agreements, including liaising with vendors and the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) for clause amendments. Navigate the requirements for unique case complexities independence conflicts, Partner-level resources, immigration, taxation, data security, services delivered outside of Canada, federal government security requirements, acquisitions, external-client requested resources, member-firm agreements, offshore resources entering Canada, alliances, contract negotiations, time/expense, agencies/staffing firms, and subsidiaries Conduct risk classification assessments on resources in direct contractual relationship with the firm, to prevent misclassification risks. As programs and processes evolve, support Hiring Managers and external resources with a high-touch change management approach to enable smooth transitions. Manage challenging client relationships. Continuous Improvement/ Projects Strive for service excellence by recommending improvements and modifications to existing practices and processes. Stay current on related contingent workforce matters, legislation, policies, and practices. Participate or lead a stream of work on a project (departmental-centric or national). Other non-case related duties/ projects as assigned. Miscellaneous Inquiries Respond to ad hoc inquiries/requests to the CLO functional mailbox (or own inbox) by providing education, instructions, clarifications, redirection, information, etc. or triaging appropriately. Reporting Provide internal clients with reporting on contract spend, codes, etc and provide training on how they can pull reports for themselves. Escalations Respond and defuse frustrated and/or resistant clients and external resources. Education (formal) Lead education sessions to new Hiring Managers or members of the broader HR community. Contribute to firm objectives (e.g. inclusion, mental health, community involvement, brand campaigns, etc.) Lead or mentor other members of the CLO team and/or broader HR community as opportunity presents. What You Bring To The Role College or University degree in a relevant field. 5+ years’ experience dealing with contract labour or a contingent workforce in a case management capacity, with basic knowledge on related matters. Previous experience drafting third-party agreements (including staffing/agency agreements), including liaising with multiple parties for clause modifications and negotiations. Previous exposure to immigration matters related to resourcing. Superior written and verbal communication skills, in both English and French (bilingualism preferred), including ability to influence and confidently deliver messages using simple language or to simplify complex messages. Demonstrated ability to act as a trusted advisor, and ability to deal with multiple stakeholders including senior firm members/ Partners, contractors, external service providers, and various subject-matter experts (e.g. legal, tax experts, and risk management). Attention to detail and accuracy is paramount. Proven ability to work well in a fast paced, highly demanding, team environment, and manage a high volumes of open cases with varying degrees of complexity. Organized, and able to manage competing priorities for multiple stakeholders. Consistently deliver value to all stakeholders by providing timely, high-quality service and documentation. Keen eye for continuous improvement and efficiency, with a strong aptitude for conducting impact analysis assessments. Demonstrated success on operational, process driven initiatives. Proficient and comfortable with working in multiple technologies. Advanced knowledge of MS Office, especially MS Excel. Previous legal training or experience an asset. Experience with ServiceNow and Flextrack (or other VMS) an asset. This position requires written and oral fluency in English. The successful candidate may be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking colleagues or stakeholders while at KPMG. The successful candidate may be required to create, interpret and/or apply policies, practices, laws and and/or regulations during the regular course of their employment. KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information The expected base salary range for this position is $73,000 to $109,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills, & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program. Providing you with the support you need to be at your best Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity , we do what is right | Excellence , we never stop learning and improving | Courage , we think and act boldly | Together , we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better , we do what matters KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.   The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is a key part of KDN and is responsible for managing the organization’s global legal risk. The Administrative Assistant will play a key role in providing administrative support to the OGC, primarily assisting the General Counsel with additional support to be provided to the other members of the OGC team. What you will do: Basic calendar management, arranging internal/external meetings and booking rooms and catering, scheduling stakeholders across various time zones, agenda materials Preparing and tracking expense reports in a timely manner for the General Counsel Arranging all international travel including hotels, ground/air transportation for the General Counsel and the Toronto-based members of the OGC Liaise with other OGCs and other senior level stakeholders in various KPMG member firms and KPMG International, steering groups and management teams. Build solid working relationships with their support staff Manage and maintain the OGC’s organization chart Be the primary point of contact for all operational and administrative aspects for leadership meetings and events Help maintain the OGC’s resources and repositories including its SharePoint and intranet site. Assist with preparing presentation materials, slide decks and other materials Working with Finance Operations and Procurement to process law firm invoices and serving as a conduit to those teams Responsible for tracking OGC team member’s professional membership renewal deadlines, training sessions, and performance review periods What you bring to this role: Five years or more of administration, office management or related experience, preferably in a corporate environment Bachelor’s degree or Diploma from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience as an administrative assistant Strong attention to detail with an aptitude for proofreading, suggesting alternatives and making modifications Organized approach to working with a can-do mindset and willing to learn Strong working knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook along with SharePoint Ability to effectively communicate in a corporate and business environment both verbally as well as in email and other electronic means of communication Ability to interact with senior management and other OGC stakeholders, exercising diplomacy and good judgment Have the ability to plan ahead and manage workload in order to meet explicit deadlines #LI-Hybrid   Providing you with the support you need to be at your best   Our Values, The KPMG Way: Integrity , we do what is right | Excellence , we never stop learning and improving | Courage , we think and act boldly | Together , we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better , we do what matters   KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.   Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process   At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.    

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. KPMG’s Immigration Law practice is looking for an Attorney, to join our US Immigration Law group. You will be part of a busy, fast-paced and ever-changing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who enjoys a team work environment with client contact. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, strong attention to detail, and organizational skills, with a desire to work in and promote a client first focused culture. KPMG Law LLP is a national law firm with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary and Montreal. KPMG Law LLP is affiliated with the professional services firm of KPMG LLP. Since our approach is to be an integrated multidisciplinary firm, our team of lawyers work closely with accountants on client engagements in other tax practice areas. What You Will Do Independently and effectively manage a high volume of corporate immigration cases under strict deadlines Supervise a team of support staff, including Administrators and Coordinators Provide timely, comprehensive, and strategic legal counsel related to PERM, IV, and NIV matters, while applying knowledge of compliance-related considerations Develop and maintain client relationships Track cases in progress to monitor for timing issues and overall client satisfaction Conduct legal research and draft advisory opinions Notify clients of changes in immigration law and draft alerts for publication Stay current with changes in immigration law Participate in speaking engagements and other thought leadership opportunities Demonstrable business development and involvement in RFP processes Responsible for providing support and coaching to more junior team members What You Bring To The Role Law degree from an accredited institution Called to a US Bar and in good standing At least 3 years of high-volume experience in NIV (L-1, H-1B, 0-1, TN, etc.,) Knowledge of PERM, I-140 petitions in the EB-1C, EB-2, and EB-3 categories, and I-485 applications. Experience with employment and family-based consular immigrant visa applications Strong technical knowledge and legal writing skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel Experience using legal case management software Providing you with the support you need to be at your best Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity , we do what is right | Excellence , we never stop learning and improving | Courage , we think and act boldly | Together , we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better , we do what matters KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

Overview At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. The KDN Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is responsible for managing the organization’s global legal and regulatory risk. The OGC is expanding by seeking an experienced commercial lawyer who will deliver practical and business-focused legal advice to our business and corporate services partners and work collaboratively with other KPMG network firms worldwide. This role will support our global business functions and corporate services on complex commercial contracting and related matters. What You Will Do Provide comprehensive legal support to key stakeholders, including Procurement, Technology and Solutions teams, in the drafting and negotiation of agreements (with and without precedent) including cloud, SaaS, Services Agreements, terms of use, NDAs, data processing addendums, etc. Provide pragmatic advice on contractual obligations, rights, and liabilities presented to / proposed by business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and compliance with KDN and KPMG objectives, including advice on remediation strategies in consultation with OGC colleagues where necessary Work closely with Procurement, Technology, Solutions and other business teams to maintain and develop contracting FAQs, templates, playbooks and decision-trees / flow-diagrams to help drive efficiencies on contracting processes and considerations- Collaborate with business stakeholders across KDN to develop and maintain contract databases, including identification of suitable prompts for contracting events requiring further activities and OGC consultation (e.g., change of control, renewals and expiration) Advise on and support the management of contracts throughout their lifecycle, including contract amendments and execution processes, as well as advising on ancillary transactional documents (e.g., RFP Materials, Vendor and Customer Forms, etc.) - Comfort reviewing and analyzing applicable regulations (e.g., technology, privacy, export, security, AML), and incorporating those into commercial contracts as required by business stakeholders Collaborate with other corporate services (including Finance, Tax, and Risk Management) to review and interpret specific clauses and/or entire agreements to ensure compliance with internal policies and processes as well as identification of and alignment with key inter-dependencies Support with the coordination, recording and ongoing maintenance (i.e., obtaining, reviewing and advising on scope, and amending) of KDN signing authorities What You Bring To The Role Juris Doctorate (JD) or an equivalent degree with an active license to practice law in the Province of Ontario (or in receipt of necessary waivers while seeking qualification on a timely basis). Experienced lawyer with a minimum of 4 years of post-call experience with significant time spent at a major law firm ('Big 4' accounting firm and other relevant in-house experience is desirable as an add-on). Expert level legal skills with a demonstrated ability to lead complex commercial contracting initiatives. ] An advanced risk management and strategic mindset with the ability to quickly spot issues and recommend mitigation options that enable our business to meet our objectives without taking on unacceptable risks. Expertise negotiating, drafting and reviewing transaction and commercial agreements and advising on laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions. Able to work independently and manage complex files while also collaborating with business teams and other OGC team members. -Balances the needs and demands of a fast growing global business with legal and compliance risk management. Self-motivated and thrives in a fast-paced environment working with many different global stakeholders. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Providing you with the support you need to be at your best Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity , we do what is right | Excellence , we never stop learning and improving | Courage , we think and act boldly | Together , we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better , we do what matters KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.