Senior, Risk Consulting

Please note: this is an on-site role based in Bermuda and relocation is required.

At KPMG our goal is to be the Clear Choice for our Clients, our People and our Community.

KPMG professionals are individuals who take deep, personal accountability for their work; have a passion for excellence; remain driven to achieve their full potential; and understand the value of building relationships with clients, future clients, their communities, the global firm and each other. A KPMG professional has a strong work ethic, thrives on challenges, and is dedicated to providing outstanding client services.

The successful candidate will be expected to reside and work in Bermuda, a prominent global financial center offering an exceptional quality of life. Full relocation support and work permit sponsorship will be provided.

KPMG in Bermuda serves an international client base. The Advisory team can help businesses address the most complex challenges by drawing on resources and skills across its global network. We are looking for a Senior to support us in maintaining our reputation as a leader in Advisory services both in Bermuda and globally.

Senior – Risk Consulting

KPMG Advisory is looking for a Senior or our Risk Consulting practice. The individual requires demonstrable and high-quality experience in working effectively in consultancy services (in a public practice environment or industry environment in an internal audit function). The successful candidate will have experience in insurance (or wider financial services), Internal Audit, Risk Management/ Compliance and regulatory advisory and assurance services, including

• Internal audit services, specifically to the (re)insurance sector;
• Sarbanes Oxley and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting advisory and assurance services;
• Enterprise risk management advisory and assurance services;
• Governance, regulatory and compliance advisory and assurance services, specifically including financial crime and anti-money laundering regulatory requirements;
• Business process design, implementation and operating reviews; and
• Leading both client account and engagement delivery as well as business development activities.

Role and responsibilities

• Contributing and leading on internal audit (and wider compliance) advisory and assurance engagements across a range of sectors across financial services (specifically the reinsurance sector), in Bermuda and across the KPMG Islands Group, contributing to successfully managed client relationships and outcomes;
• Contributing to business development activities, including writing thought leadership articles and proposals, public speaking and maintaining ongoing client relationships/ building new relationships with a range of clients in the (re)insurance and wider financial service sectors across the range of technical areas set out above;
• Delivering engagements in Bermuda and (virtually from Bermuda) across the KPMG Islands Group.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in:

• Strong understanding of internal audit methodology and prudential regulatory compliance pertaining to governance and enterprise risk management;
• Understanding regulatory requirements (eg in relation to financial crime) and applying this to client advisory and assurance services;
• Working in a dynamic and agile way in multi-disciplinary teams to contribute to engagements in internal audit, SOX/ ICFR and risk consulting services;
• A good understanding of the (re)insurance, and wider financial service sectors;
• A strong track record of working in a Big 4 public practice environment; additional experience in a leadership role (in internal audit ) in industry is also preferred; and
• Demonstrable effective skills in client relationship management.

Candidates must have the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in internal audit, (or closely related experience) providing related services to a range of clients, in the insurance (or wider financial services) industry;
• A Bachelor’s degree or above; a professional qualification in a relevant discipline would be beneficial (e.g. CPA, CA, CIA);
• Knowledge of the (re)insurance industry and related regulatory environment;
• Experience with Sarbanes Oxley or financial reporting processes and controls within a larger private or public insurance/reinsurance company; knowledge of and experience with SOC reporting (ISAE3401/SSAE 16) is also beneficial but not essential is preferred;
• Strong project management and organizational skills, experience in leading and working with Board and executive team members on complex client engagements;
• Exceptional people skills with the ability to work well with staff of all levels; this includes the ability to lead business development and service delivery teams, coach and develop team members and to provide business and technical mentorship to members of the Advisory team.
• Strong presentation skills to assimilate complex data and issues and convey these to executive management at clients and internally, in clear and impactful reports and presentations.
• First class written and oral communication skills; this includes the ability to produce and review complex financial reports and proposals.
• Be a strong team player, evidenced by a proven ability to work effectively with senior management, ideally on complex cross border engagements with multi-jurisdictional teams.
• A willingness and capacity to work overtime at short notice is essential as this is a highly demanding environment with very tight report deadlines.

What we offer:

• A competitive remuneration package that is commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Full relocation package and work permit sponsorship
• A work-life balance with an emphasis on promoting health and wellbeing
• Medical and pension schemes
• Recognizable and reputable corporate social responsibility program

Change extends your horizons. It gives you a fresh perspective and the opportunity to learn from others. KPMG will ensure you broaden your horizons.