Executive careers

At KPMG in Canada, we believe there are as many versions of success as there are people, and we're committed to empowering you to drive value and insight fueled by your unique experience and expertise as a leader. As a Partner, Executive Director or Director, you'll collaborate and innovate with teams across Audit and Assurance, Tax, ESG, Digital, and Advisory and have the autonomy to drive meaningful change for your clients, colleagues and communities.

Our inclusive environment and award-winning culture values thinking and doing differently.

Qualified Partner, Executive Director or Director-level candidates are encouraged to contact Richard Wajs, who upon consideration, will engage in a confidential exchange regarding executive careers at KPMG.

At KPMG we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and barrier-free workplace. We understand that diversity and equity can strengthen our business, deepen relationships with clients, and foster stronger ties with the communities it serves. See why KPMG has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for several consecutive years.

• In 2017, KPMG became the first Canadian company to name a Chief Mental Health Officer.
• In 2023, we increased our Mental Health Benefit’s total annual value that employees and their dependents can use for a wide range of mental health services.
• Nearly half of our firm belongs to one or more of our 35 People Networks across the country and plays a critical role in advancing our ID&E strategy.

• In 2022, we were proud to build our commitment to Truth & Reconciliation with the release of our formal Action Plan.
• In 2024 we launched our first Disability Inclusion Action Plan.
• In 2021, we achieved our target of having 30% Women and 20% People of Colour in our Partnership by 2022. Now, we are striving to go beyond this and reach a new goal of 33% Women and 26% People of Colour in our Partnership by 2025.

At our firm, we deeply value the unique perspectives and experiences that each Partner brings to the table. We believe that it is this diversity of thought that sets us apart and fuels our success. By fostering an environment of inclusivity and respect, we ensure that every partner feels valued and empowered to make a significant contribution to our firm by:

• Developing and leading their own practice areas or industry verticals allowing space for entrepreneurship within the framework of a larger organization.
• Tackling complex leading-edge issues, and work on high-impact projects that require creative problem-solving and strategic thinking.
• Playing a critical role in providing strategic guidance to their clients, and communities.
• Feeling empowered to provide mentorship, lead teams, and play a pivotal role in developing our next generation of leaders.

At KPMG, we place a high value on the well-being and mental health of our employees by creating an environment where everyone can thrive. To achieve this, we offer a variety of tools and benefits designed to support our employees such as:

• Our indigenous Wellness Benefit program provides coverage for costs related to Indigenous healers, medicines, ceremonies and more.
• A family leave benefit where all parents, including natural birth parents or non-birth parents, receive 17 weeks of full-pay.
• Our Total Rewards program under which an Executive at KPMG, will have access to a variety of extended health and family benefits that provide you with the flexibility to choose how to support your own wellness in a way that is valuable, personal, and meaningful.

KPMG in Canada is committed to fostering a learning environment that prioritizes the growth and development of its people. This commitment is manifested through a variety of programs and diverse mentorship styles designed to cater to individual learning preferences and career aspirations by providing resources including:

• Industry-leading research, insights, and tools, to support continuous learning and enable its people to stay at the forefront of their respective fields.
• One on one or group level executive coaching, conferences, and networking events to stay at the forefront of industry trends.
• A comprehensive onboarding program to support the integration of Partners who are new to KPMG.
• A milestone development program and an executive development program to assist Partners on the succession track toward readiness.

KPMG's dedication to making a difference extends beyond its client work, as it also strives to contribute positively to the communities in which it operates. This commitment is reflected in its corporate responsibility initiatives, its focus on sustainable business practices, and its efforts to foster an inclusive and diverse work environment. Join a firm where:

• We are committed to supporting world change through Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) with a US$1.5 billion ESG investment and a commitment to becoming a net-zero carbon emissions business by 2030.
• As a Partner, you have a say in the direction and strategy of the firm and shape the culture, policies, and decisions that impact the entire organization.
• At all levels, you will be provided with opportunities to develop and perform challenging and purposeful work that makes an impact for our clients and within our communities.