Director, UKG

KPMG Advisory is at the forefront of transformation, offering excellent opportunities for career advancement and expertise development. Our professionals thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture, with access to world-class training, leading market tools, and a wealth of learning and career development opportunities. We prioritize our people, fostering personal and professional growth in an environment where you can be your whole self, have an impact, and expand your capabilities.

About the role

KPMG is seeking a Director, UKG to join our Advisory Services practice. In this role, you will sell and deliver UKG transformations across products and modules such as UKG Pro, UKG Ready, and UKG Dimensions. You will lead strategy, transformation, and innovation projects spanning multiple industries, with a focus on Workforce Management (WFM).

Responsibilities

• Sell and deliver UKG transformations, including strategy, transformation, and innovation projects across industries.
• Own and lead client projects focused on improvement, optimization, and transformation, with an emphasis on Workforce Management (WFM).
• Build and implement strategic roadmaps, plan and facilitate executive design sessions, and develop high-quality work products (e.g., written briefings, status reports, issues/risks logs).
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills through critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and rigorous analysis of complex issues.
• Conduct proposal development and new business activities, including go-to-market materials and solution creation, while leveraging client relationships.
• Deliver process improvement and transformation projects within Workforce Management systems, collaborating with teams to solve complex operational issues using technology-enabled solutions and advanced analytics.
• Participate in client projects focused on process optimization, business requirements gathering, data-driven insights, and process mapping for quality, operational, and financial improvements.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.

Requirements

• Minimum twelve years of relevant work experience in areas such as Strategy and Transformation, Organization Design, Target Operating Model Strategy, Workforce Management & Planning, or business development.
• Preferred ten years of experience in advisory services within a major consulting firm; Big 4 experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in business administration, information technology, biology/life sciences, economics, finance, industrial engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Solid experience leading teams, managing projects, drafting status reports, tracing issues, monitoring resources, and workflow analysis and design, particularly in Workforce Management.
• Experience handling, analyzing, and evaluating large data sets using tools such as Tableau, SQL, Excel, Access, or Power BI, along with Data Warehouse management.
• Proven expertise and certifications in one or more UKG products/modules:
  • UKG Pro: Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Recruitment, Talent Management, and Performance.
  • UKG Ready: Time and Attendance, Scheduling, Hiring, and HR.
  • UKG Dimensions: Advanced scheduling, workforce management, analytics, and mobile solutions.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) plans.
• A robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) per fiscal year, based on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service.
• Two annual breaks (year-end and around the July 4th holiday) where PTO is not required.

Pay

California Salary Range: $204,725 – $370,530. Salary is determined based on skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations. For salary ranges in other cities, visit KPMG’s Pay Transparency page.