Director of Legal Operations Transformation Services

Job highlights
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Qualifications
A minimum of ten years of experience in a corporate law department focused on legal operations or relevant consulting experience
Proven experience leading significant legal operations projects, showcasing strong project management skills, particularly in deploying legal technologies like CLM and ELM
Exceptional communication skills to engage effectively with diverse client stakeholders, including senior executives; experience in business development and supporting sales efforts is advantageous
Willingness to travel up to 50% as needed
Eligible candidates must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring future visa sponsorship
Benefits
KPMG values its employees and offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package
Available benefits include various medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health
Depending on your position, years of service, and standard work hours, KPMG provides Personal Time Off annually, alongside observance of recognized holidays and designated firmwide breaks
Responsibilities
Become a part of a diverse team that assists high-profile clients in navigating complex business opportunities and challenges
Lead delivery teams on engagements focused on legal operations transformation, including law department assessments, technology optimization, and design of organizational and target operating models
Manage projects in alignment with KPMG's financial policies; optimize engagement management processes and execution
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, overseeing daily activities and addressing engagement-specific needs
Supervise, mentor, and guide team members involved in assigned projects
Drive change management initiatives to support the integration of new legal processes, technologies, and systems within client organizations
Develop and draft responses to proposals while supporting new business development initiatives
Uphold KPMG’s values by acting with integrity and professionalism to maintain a respectful workplace
Job description
Join KPMG and play a vital role in a dynamic team at one of the world’s leading tax firms. Embrace a collaborative and forward-thinking culture that champions your success. Leverage KPMG's extensive network of specialists and access our Ignition Centers, where in-depth industry knowledge meets state-of-the-art technologies to develop innovative tax solutions. Become a part of a diverse team that assists high-profile clients in navigating complex business opportunities and challenges. Enhance your career through diverse engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring. At KPMG, we prioritize investing in our culture as it is crucial to our people, our future, and our firm's values.

KPMG is seeking a Director in Legal Operations and Transformation Services for our Tax Practice. This position offers an opportunity to lead and innovate in a critical area of our services.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead delivery teams on engagements focused on legal operations transformation, including law department assessments, technology optimization, and design of organizational and target operating models.
• Manage projects in alignment with KPMG's financial policies; optimize engagement management processes and execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, overseeing daily activities and addressing engagement-specific needs.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide team members involved in assigned projects.
• Drive change management initiatives to support the integration of new legal processes, technologies, and systems within client organizations.
• Develop and draft responses to proposals while supporting new business development initiatives.
• Uphold KPMG’s values by acting with integrity and professionalism to maintain a respectful workplace.

Qualifications:
• A minimum of ten years of experience in a corporate law department focused on legal operations or relevant consulting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required; JD, MBA, or master’s degree preferred from accredited institutions; additional approved credentials may be necessary.
• Proven experience leading significant legal operations projects, showcasing strong project management skills, particularly in deploying legal technologies like CLM and ELM.
• Exceptional communication skills to engage effectively with diverse client stakeholders, including senior executives; experience in business development and supporting sales efforts is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% as needed.
• Eligible candidates must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring future visa sponsorship.

KPMG values its employees and offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. Available benefits include various medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health. Depending on your position, years of service, and standard work hours, KPMG provides Personal Time Off annually, alongside observance of recognized holidays and designated firmwide breaks.

We encourage candidates to apply promptly for this exciting opportunity as KPMG recruits on a rolling basis until the position is filled. KPMG is proud to be an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer, committed to complying with all applicable recruitment and hiring laws. Read more