3 job(s) at KPMG

KPMG Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
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 ESG Legal Risk Services practice provides technical and legal advice to support clients’ sustainability strategies, provides guidance to enhance ESG reporting practices, and mitigates legal risk. Core services include Core services include ESG legal risk / disclosure reviews (e.g. greenwashing), supply chain due diligence (e.g. modern slavery support), Indigenous ESG strategies and frameworks, ESG strategies, programs and reporting, as well as training and development for management, executives, and boards.   Our ESG Legal Risk & Disclosure practice in Calgary is seeking a junior or mid-level Lawyer to support the delivery of ESG and sustainability strategy, performance, and disclosure-related services to public and private sector clients across a range of industries. What you will do: Execute the delivery of ESG Legal Risk services under multiple ESG and regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISSB, CSRD, OSFI and SEC) and risk areas (e.g., compliance, legal, financial, strategic, reputational). Conduct legal applicability analysis of various forms of ESG legal and regulatory compliance requirements. Assist clients in developing ESG governance, strategies, roadmaps and workplans, programs, initiatives, processes and policy documents. Conduct benchmarking, current state and gap assessments, internal and external interviews, and engagement activities, as well as research and analysis of relevant risk and opportunity areas. Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to clients detailing observations, recommendations, using visuals and graphics to summarize trends, results, and data. Review, draft, and propose amendments to contracts and other commercial agreements. Educate clients on ESG-related regulatory requirements, leading practices, and legal risks on topics ranging from modern slavery reporting, climate-related disclosures, board competency and liability. Review and recommend improvements to ESG-performance data including but not limited to inventory and tracking, calculation methodologies, as well as completeness and accuracy of data. Conduct disclosure and due diligence reviews, identifying potentially misleading statements or graphics related to ESG strategy or performance. Legal support for financial, timely, and ESG-related public disclosure matters, including providing advice regarding client’s disclosure obligations, reviewing disclosure material, and drafting disclosure materials. Identifying emerging legal and regulatory developments in securities laws, proactively assessing their impacts, and recommending changes to disclosures and related policies, practices and controls. Legal research and memorandum drafting. Stay on top of and summarize regulatory changes and developments related to ESG disclosure requirements, performance targets, as well as legislation and trends across E-S-G topics. Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills. Support client relationships and business development initiatives such as developing proposals. What you bring to this role: A minimum of 4 years of corporate/commercial legal experience gained in either a top legal firm or in-house environment with exposure to ESG strategy, performance, or reporting. Legal experience and interest working on specific ESG issues (e.g., emissions, Indigenous reconciliation, supply chain, biodiversity, ethics, safety, risk management). Experience in developing and reporting and communications in accordance with global ESG disclosure frameworks (e.g. ISSB, CSRD, SASB, GRI), and climate-related disclosure requirements (OSFI, CSA, SEC). Industry knowledge is an asset as is experience with joint ventures, public-private partnerships, and major projects. Demonstrated energy industry experience, including a thorough understanding of the industry and applicable legislation and regulations. Experience assessing legal risks and opportunities related to environmental, social and, governance topics. Law degree (LLB, JD, and LLM) and other certifications (e.g., GRI, GARP, CPA). Qualified lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta. Member of the Alberta Bar. Knowledge of leading ESG disclosure frameworks (ISSB, CSRD, GRI, SASB, Integrated Reporting etc.) as well as current and emerging climate-specific disclosure requirements (e.g., OSFI, CSA, SEC) Desirable Skills An entrepreneurial spirit. Ability to identify legal risks and opportunities and apply regulatory requirements relevant to ESG strategy, performance, and disclosures. Ability to providing legal guidance in a clear and succinct manner to meet client needs. Ability to work on multiple or complex projects simultaneously and prioritize your time. Ability to deliver assignments on time, as well as manage competing demands, without sacrificing attention to detail. An aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationships internally and externally. Excellent written and oral communication skills (including creation of memos and presentations), with the ability to explain and discuss complex legal issues with legal and non-legal audiences.   Providing you with the support you need to be at your best   For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here. 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. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here.   If you have a question about accessible employment at KPMG, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through the recruitment process, we encourage you to visit our accessibility page.    
KPMG Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Jul 09, 2023
Full time
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 Opportunity   Reporting to the Chief Privacy Officer and Deputy General Counsel, Regulatory and Professional Compliance, the Associate General Counsel, Privacy and Data Protection is responsible for leading the development, implementation, management and monitoring of KPMG’s policies, processes, protocols and programs related to privacy and data protection. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, high-caliber in-house legal team in a thriving and progressive international organization, and is intended as a stepping stone for the eventual role of Chief Privacy Officer.   What you will do Lead KPMG’s legal, regulatory and professional privacy and data protection compliance activities in a manner which supports the achievement of KPMG’s business objectives and aligns with KPMG’s IT systems and operating environment; Serve as an instrumental legal advisor and trusted business partner to KPMG’s client-facing business units and internal departments, including membership on several internal working groups and committees; Negotiate the privacy and data protection aspects of client and supplier contracts; Perform privacy impact assessments for new technologies, applications, processes and service lines; Remediate data breaches; Respond to third party information requests and oversee regulatory inquiries and investigations; Educate and train KPMG personnel in privacy and data protection; Attend to the privacy and data protection aspects of internal and external audits, certifications and risk management reviews; Monitor developments and maintain expertise in all applicable legal and professional obligations, industry standards and best practices regarding privacy and data protection; and Oversee external counsel as required.   What you bring to the role You have 7-10 years of experience in advising on privacy and data protection matters and in developing and managing privacy and data protection programs, preferably through a combination of law firm and in-house experience. You are highly knowledgeable in all Canadian federal and provincial privacy laws and regulations, as well as CASL and GDPR. You hold a degree in law, and are licensed to practice law in Canada. Certification as a privacy specialist, while not mandatory, is preferable.   Leadership Skills and Proficiencies Exceptional analytical, organizational and communication skills. Strong compliance mindset. Deep understanding of information technology and systems. Highly collaborative approach to policy and program development. Ability to propose creative, strategic and pragmatic solutions to resolve legal and business issues. Ability to manage multiple projects with high-quality and timely work product in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Ability to build trust and create effective working relationships across business lines, and with internal and external stakeholders, to achieve the best results for KPMG. Skilled and confident negotiator. Inquisitive and self-motivated, you work effectively individually and with a team.   Keys to your success   KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business.   Providing you with the support you need to be at your best   For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here.   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. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here.   For general recruitment-related inquiries, please contact the HR Delivery Centre at ca-fmkpmgcandinquiry@kpmg.ca.   If you have a question about accessible employment at KPMG, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact us at ca-fmkpmgcandinquiry@kpmg.ca or phone: 416-777-8002 or toll free 1-888-466-4778.      
KPMG Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Mar 18, 2023
Full time
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 Opportunity The Team Administrator will primarily support the Chief of Staff across a broad spectrum of administration matters (50%) including ad-hoc program support for Global Tax & Legal's flagship international mobility program, Tax & Legal Trek. The role will also provide administrative support (including external client related administration activiites) for two Directors in the Global Tax & Legal Clients & Markets team based across Toronto and Warsaw (50%). What you will do Administration support for 2x Managing Directors (Chief of Staff and Clients & Markets, Toronto based) Calendar management including resolving conflicts effectively and diplomatically Booking occasional international travel (flights/hotels/ground transport) Administration support for 1x Global Accounts Tax Director (Warsaw based) Information collection and document updating Maintaining and updating various international distribution lists of KPMG teams, global accounts, lead tax partners, and clients Assisting with preparation, gathering information, editing and/or proofreading documents such as correspondence, presentations, proposals and reports Providing support with preparing client reports, such as downloading data, organizing data, and proofing the data Program administration support for Tax & Legal Trek during peak period What you bring to the role MS Office - Word, Outlook, Excel and Powerpoint (Advanced level) Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills A proactive, highly service oriented and client-centric attitude Ability to interact with senior management, exercising diplomacy and good judgement Have the Ability to plan ahead and manage work to meet explicit deadlines Flexible and able to operate in the context of different culture and international approaches - adapt to time zone challenges. Strong attention to detail with an aptitude for proofreading, suggesting alternatives and making modifications Keys to your success KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business. Providing you with the support you need to be at your best For more information about KPMG in Canada's Benefits and well-being, click here. 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. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here. For general recruitment-related inquiries, please contact the HR Delivery Centre at cafmcdnhrsthotline@kpmg.ca. If you have a question about accessible employment at KPMG, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact us at cafmcdnhrsthotline@kpmg.ca or phone: 416-777-8002 or toll free 1-888-466-4778.