Integrity & Investigations – Manager/ Associate Director

Job Description

Location

Canberra, ACT or Sydney, NSW are preferable. For the right candidate, we are open to other locations in Australia. 

About the Team

KPMG’s Forensic capability helps prevent, detect and respond to fraud, misconduct, breaches of rules & regulations, cyber incidents, and prevent and resolve disputes. We help clients facing potential or actual loss, whether it’s financial, data, or reputational, with support from our experienced specialists, digital forensics and advanced analytics. 

Our investigators and integrity experts come from a variety of backgrounds and sectors including policing, intelligence, public administration, criminology, forensic accounting and law. They are subject matter experts in the prevention, detection and investigation of fraud, bribery, corruption, code of conduct breaches, misconduct, cyber violations and other compliance issues. 

Your Opportunity: 

As an accomplished Manager or Associate Director, you’ll work with extraordinary people who are passionate and committed to supporting clients in addressing complex challenges, maintaining the highest standards of integrity, and promoting ethical conduct. You will: 

• Lead and execute, as part of a team, a variety of investigative engagements, including inquiries into fraud, corruption, misconduct, and other unethical or unlawful behaviours. The investigations will be conducted to a civil or criminal standard to inform staff disciplinary matters, regulatory oversight, law enforcement and/or to facilitate future hearings or court proceedings. The investigations may be conducted in accordance with various enterprise bargaining agreements, whistleblowing regimes, or state and federal laws.  
• Provide clear, well-structured advice and detailed investigative reports to clients and their legal representatives. 
• Deliver integrity advisory services, including assisting clients in developing, implementing, and strengthening systems, policies, and frameworks to promote ethical practises, prevent misconduct, and enhance organisational culture. 
• Demonstrate excellent project management skills, including coaching and mentoring team members, and ensuring timely delivery of outcomes. 
• Manage a portfolio of varied clients including a range of corporates, government and non-for-profit. 
• Work in high performing teams that draw on a diverse set of skills where required including forensic data analytics and forensic technology. 

Your Experience 

At KPMG, we believe diversity of thought, background and unique experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience could include: 

• At least five years of experience conducting or leading investigations, advisory engagements, and teams. 
• Expertise in general or conduct-related investigations, including the ability to conduct and lead interviews (with witnesses, complainants, whistleblowers or respondents). 
• Experience in integrity advisory engagements, which may include reviewing integrity frameworks, conducting fraud and corruption risk assessments, developing/reviewing fraud and corruption control policies, creating compliance and enforcement models, and delivering fraud awareness training. 
• Ability to contribute to and prepare briefs of evidence for clients and law enforcement. 
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and explain complex concepts effectively. 
• Proven project management and delivery skills, with the ability to guide and mentor junior team members. 
• Practical commercial acumen with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. 
• A collaborative mindset, professional curiosity, and a proactive attitude, with a willingness to contribute to business development and work as part of a team. 
• Excellent attention to detail alongside strong conceptual thinking, report writing, and analytical skills. 
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and the ability to contribute to business development. 

Additional Information

The below are desirable, but not necessary and will be considered based on the experience of the candidate:  

• Australian citizen (or able to obtain an Australian Government security clearance).  
• Membership with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) (or equivalent).  
• Certificate III in Investigative Services and/or Certificate IV in Government Investigations.  
• A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., finance, accounting, law, criminology, public policy). 

Applications close on Friday 26th September. 

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. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

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.