KPMG Hiring for Senior Associate, University Talent Acquisition Full Time

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KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate, University Recruiter to join our University Talent Acquisition team.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, using independent judgment and discretion, a university recruiting strategy for each school within the individual recruiter’s university portfolio using a knowledge of industry, knowledge of KPMG services, and the geographical competitive landscape inclusive of the diversity strategy in order to execute current and future recruiting strategies; plan, execute, and oversee campus activities and events both in person, on campus, or virtual that are inclusive of that strategy; including activities such as: on-campus events and career fairs, classroom presentations, information sessions, in-person or virtual office hours, meetings with student organizations, career services or faculty; This position has budgetary management responsibilities for their respective school(s)
• Manage and develop school teams of alumni and practice professionals, educating them on our recruiting approach and methodology, and providing guidance as needed to carry out the customized strategy of the school(s); act as primary liaison to the college placement office and key faculty at target schools; develop and design strategic presentations and liaise with the Talent Acquisition Solutions Team to execute programs to promote the firm’s opportunities; provide guidance to more junior team members, as needed
• Establish relationships with partners and other key stakeholders to understand the needs of the different service lines and offices to deliver recruiting initiatives, programs, and share/leverage best practices; build external partnerships with diversity, student & industry specific organizations as well as on campus contacts; develop and deploy the school’s university recruiting strategy for all service lines and candidate profiles to support an open application process
• Consult with local office/practice, recruiting partners and liaisons, Primary Recruiters, and other team members to help with recommended recruiting strategy; identify, develop, and execute a diversity hiring plan for assigned schools and focus outreach on increasing hiring of underrepresented populations; collaborate with the Talent Acquisition DEI team to identify opportunities to target underrepresented student populations at their assigned schools and utilize student organizations including but not limited to National Association of Black Accountants (NABA), Association of Latino professionals for America (ALPFA), National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Beta Alpha Psi, and Women in Engineering; support the candidate selection process for KPMG national programs
• Ensure that the hiring process complies with KPMG policies and procedures as well as employment laws and regulations; stay abreast of industry knowledge, updates on campuses within portfolio and best practices for recruiting; analyze and summarize to stakeholders all trends, competitive intelligence, and key performance metrics to influence data driven decisions
• Participate in various special projects and initiatives in support of the University Talent Acquisition strategy; aid in the planning and execution of designated office programs such as student group office visits, the internship program and “sell events” to ensure a strong full-circle recruiting strategy

Qualifications:

• Minimum two years of recent recruiting, event planning, or professional services experience
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Possess poise and maturity to be the KPMG representative on campus to students, faculty, and school administration; strong communication and presentation skills and ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders; client service mindset
• Exceptional time management and organization skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects; self-starter; resourceful; creative and innovative mindset
• Microsoft Office skills, specifically in Excel (including creation and manipulation of pivot tables, development of charts and graphs) and PowerPoint (design, graphics, charts, and graphs); ability to use data and analytics to on results and influence decision making; experience with ATS and CRM platforms, preferably Avature, is preferred, but not required
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in customizing a strategy to meet a business need; thrives in a fast-paced, varied environment and has the ability to manage changing priorities while meeting deadlines
• Ability to travel and work overtime, as needed

KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm’s compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

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