Director, Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (ID&E)

Job Description

<p><h3>Director, Inclusion, Diversity & Equity (ID&E)</h3>
<p>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. KPMG’s commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity (ID&E) focuses on advancing an equitable, inclusive, and mentally healthy culture for all our people. We focus on priority communities: Black People, Indigenous Peoples, People of Colour, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+. We have been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 15 consecutive years. The Director will lead the HR ID&E Centre of Excellence, champion inclusive workplace initiatives, and advance firm-wide priorities. The role reports to the Chief Talent Officer.</p>
<h3>What You Will Do</h3>
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<li>Lead the execution of National ID&E initiatives within KPMG Canada, ensuring alignment with firm strategy and people priorities.</li>
<li>Provide leadership, guidance, oversight, and subject-matter expert development support to a team of 6+ direct reports to enable delivery against the ID&E plan and strategic priorities.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the National ID&E Council to develop ID&E priorities aligned with firm strategy.</li>
<li>Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders, providing expert guidance on ID&E policy, programs, and change initiatives.</li>
<li>Represent ID&E on the National HR Leadership Team (HRLT), contributing ID&E expertise on people priorities and talent programs and processes.</li>
<li>Develop and facilitate workplace education programs to foster an inclusive and equitable environment.</li>
<li>Design frameworks, programs, and performance metrics to evaluate and enhance ID&E initiatives across the firm.</li>
<li>Oversee relationships with external vendors and sponsorship organizations, including contract negotiation and vendor management.</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to national ID&E standards and support People Network Groups (ERGs) in alignment with these standards.</li>
<li>Collaborate with HR functional leaders, regional change agents, and CoE leaders to embed ID&E into talent programs and organizational culture.</li>
<li>Serve as the data steward for all diversity-related information, ensuring robust data governance practices uphold privacy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.</li>
<li>Leverage diversity data and analytics to generate actionable insights for evidence-based decision-making that advances the firm’s ID&E strategy and accountability across business units.</li>
<li>Oversee project and resource budgets and participate in business and resource planning to sustain long-term progress of the ID&E strategy.</li>
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<h3>What You Bring To The Role</h3>
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<li>10+ years of relevant experience, with demonstrated leadership capability.</li>
<li>Experience leading and managing inclusion, equity, diversity, anti-racism initiatives, training, and programs.</li>
<li>Strategic thinker with ability to plan long-term and influence at all organizational levels.</li>
<li>Proven change agent with passion for ID&E, strong stakeholder relationship building.</li>
<li>Enthusiastic, continuous learner engaged in ongoing professional development.</li>
<li>Strong ability to build internal and external relationships.</li>
<li>Solid knowledge of ID&E principles and formal education and training in ID&E and mental health-related disciplines.</li>
<li>Post-secondary degree, preferably in an ID&E-related field or strong cross-functional HR knowledge.</li>
<li>Written and oral fluency in English; ability to collaborate with English-speaking colleagues across the country; ability to create, interpret, and apply policies and employment laws.</li>
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<p>This is a remote/hybrid position.</p>
<h3>Compensation and Benefits</h3>
<p>The expected base salary range for this position is $115,000 to $193,000 and may be eligible for bonuses. The base salary within this range is determined by location, skills, competencies, and qualifications. KPMG offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program.</p>
<h3>Our Values</h3>
<p>Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For Better. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply.</p>
<h3>Adjustments and Accommodations</h3>
<p>We are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process. Adjustments (informal) and accommodations (formal) are available. To request support, contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team at 1-888-466-4778.</p>
<h3>Job Details</h3>
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<li>Seniority level: Not Applicable</li>
<li>Employment type: Full-time</li>
<li>Job function: Human Resources</li>
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