Assistant Manager

Company Description
Opened in 2023, KPMG Geelong gives local organisations access to one of the world's premier professional services firms. With a local team in a local office servicing local clients, we are committed to helping Geelong businesses grow. We bring global expertise to regional Victoria, solving problems and supporting growth while offering capital city careers in the Geelong region.

Our Advisory and Risk team works with private, public, not-for-profit, national and global organisations to shape strategy, manage risk, and identify opportunities for growth. We support organisations in building resilience and sustaining success through risk strategy, governance, regulatory reform, compliance, and operational improvement.

Job Description
As an Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in delivering risk consulting and advisory engagements across a diverse client portfolio. You will support Boards, Executives, and senior leaders in identifying and managing operational and strategic risks, while also contributing to broader strategic and transformation initiatives, and business growth outcomes.

You will work across a range of disciplines including internal audit, governance, compliance, controls, procurement, financial management, and organisational strategy. You'll be part of a high-performing team that values insight, innovation, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver risk consulting engagements including internal audits, risk assessments, governance reviews, and control evaluations.
• Deliver advisory projects that underpin ongoing growth and strategic success for our clients.
• Manage client relationships and engagement delivery across sectors including government, GBEs, local government, utilities, healthcare, financial services, and corporates.
• Apply systems thinking and strategic analysis to complex problems, delivering insights that drive improvement and resilience.
• Coach and mentor junior team members, contributing to a culture of learning and excellence.
• Contribute to business development and go-to-market initiatives aligned to your interests and expertise.

How You Are Extraordinary

• You bring a strategic mindset and a passion for solving complex problems.
• You have strong stakeholder engagement skills and can communicate effectively across all levels.
• You thrive in ambiguity and enjoy bringing structure and clarity to dynamic environments.
• You understand governance, risk and controls, and can apply this knowledge to drive business improvement.
• You appreciate the role of digital and technology in enhancing service delivery and customer experience.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in a related field.
• Experience in internal audit, risk consulting, or strategic advisory roles.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills, with a track record of delivering quality outcomes.

Additional Information
KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth.

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who've got your back. You'll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you'll take control over how you work. We're embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.