Learning & Development Advisor

At KPMG we believe in fuelling prosperity for all New Zealanders.  We bring this purpose to life through the work that we do, and the way in which we do it.  We are proud of our reputation for values-driven behaviour that guide our actions and defines what it means to work at and be part of KPMG.  We believe in 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; and For Better – We do what matters.

The People and Inclusion team is responsible for providing the full range of human resources advisory, resourcing and learning and development services to all divisions and teams across the national firm.

• The role of a Learning & Development Advisor at KPMG focuses on understanding and addressing the learning needs within our organisation and ensuring the delivery of high-quality learning solutions to achieve desired business outcomes. This is a part time (4 days per week), fixed term 9-month contract (until the end of the year).

• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with the Learning & Development Manager and a broad range of stakeholders to ensure effective learning experiences. Confidently and clearly communicate progress and developments of key projects and programmes to divisional business leaders and HR Business Partners (HRBPs). Ensure clear and open communication with all stakeolders.
• Program Facilitation: Facilitate internal learning programs in collaboration with the wider Learning & Development team.
• Planning and Administration: Lead the planning, logistics, and administration of learning programs, ensuring high quality and timely execution.
• Reporting: Provide detailed reporting on learning and development metrics.
• System Management: Serve as an administrator and superuser for the internal learning management system (GLMS).
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve systems and processes related to learning and development.
• Material Maintenance: Maintain program materials and develop communications for learners.
• Participation in Projects and Events: Actively participate in People and Inclusion (P&I) events and other related activities.

• 2+ years Learning & Development experience within a corporate environment
• Experience working with a Learning Management System
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable within a team environment
• Excellent client relationship management and solutions focused skills with a strong attention to detail
• Passion for developing self and others
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and effective interpersonal skills
• Openness and responsiveness to feedback, continuously striving for personal development
• Facilitation/presentation skills is advantageous.
• Proficienct with Microsoft Office Suite: Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Teams, to create reports, manage data, to support decision making and planning. 

Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by the KPMG Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners if we require agency assistance. Thank you for your understanding.

Life at KPMG

KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent. 

For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone Enya van Dulm on 04 816 4660 or email KPMGAccessibilityNetwork@kpmg.co.nz

We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a holistic range of benefits to support your life balance, whatever your circumstance. We want you to do Work That Matters, Thrive and Grow and know that you Belong here with us, at KPMG. 

As a KPMG employee, we will offer you:

—  Access to the firm's annual incentive scheme

—  Opportunities for local and international secondments

—  Hybrid working across a mix of office, client and home hubs to recognise that people have individual circumstances and preferences when it comes to where and how they work

— The ability to work from overseas and extend time connecting with friends and family outside New Zealand

—  Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave

—  Gender-neutral support for all stages of the parental journey, including access to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents

—   A paid professional association membership of your choice

—   Digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees

—   A wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, banking services, and lifestyle goods and services

—   The support, allyship and opportunity to join our many Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Affinity networks, including the Kiwa, Pride, Ethnicity, Accessibility and Wahine groups

—  The opportunity to participate in Green Team activities, as we work toward reducing the firm’s environmental footprint and become carbon zero by 2030

—  An invitation to join your local Social club and enjoy events aimed at bringing people together for social, sporting, cultural, family and fundraising activities

—  Paid time off for volunteering and involvement in citizenship activities

—  An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, subsidised sporting events, free confidential counselling services, additional 5 days of Wellbeing leave to support you and your family's overall health and wellness, access to our Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more!

We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.