Associate Director - Governance & Risk Consulting - Sydney

About the role

As an Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-value consulting services to clients across the financial services spectrum. You will lead complex projects, manage senior stakeholder relationships, and contribute to the growth and innovation of our practice. This is a sector in focus, with significant opportunities for growth, transformation, and long-lasting impact. You'll be at the forefront of shaping the future of financial services in Australia and beyond particularly in the areas of risk and compliance, which are central to this role. You will also have the opportunity to work with market-leading organisations, helping them navigate regulatory complexity and drive strategic change.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver engagements across Banking, Insurance, Superannuation, and Funds Management.
• Provide strategic advice and solutions aligned with regulatory expectations and industry best practices.
• Drive initiatives focused on risk management, compliance frameworks, and regulatory transformation.
• Manage multiple clients whilst managing cross-functional teams and ensure delivery excellence.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients and regulators.
• Support business development through proposals, presentations, and thought leadership.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Requirements

• 8+ years of consulting experience , ideally within professional services or financial institutions.
• Proven track record in one or more of the following sectors: Banking, Insurance, Superannuation, Funds Management .
• Deep expertise in risk and compliance , including experience designing and implementing risk management frameworks.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies such as APRA, ASIC , or UK regulators .
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in global organisations are highly valued.
• Why Join Us?
• You'll be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that values innovation, integrity, and impact. We offer a supportive environment where your expertise will be recognised and your career can thrive.
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• 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.
• 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.
• KPMG Australia: grow with us!

Benefits

Additional Information

We are seeking an exceptional Associate Director to join our Consulting team, bringing deep expertise across the Financial Services landscape. This is a unique opportunity to lead strategic engagements and drive impactful outcomes in Banking, Insurance, Superannuation, and Funds Management. Please note: This opportunity is based in our Sydney office only.

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