Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

At KPMG Canada, our Indigenous Advisory Services practice supports Indigenous communities, organizations, businesses, governments, and industry clients as they navigate complex infrastructure, capital project, economic development, governance, and sustainability challenges. Our work sits at the intersection of Indigenous rights and interests, public policy, major project development, and commercial decision-making.

KPMG is seeking a Director or Senior Manager to lead Indigenous Advisory Services in Ontario & Atlantic Canada, [based in Toronto or Ottawa], as part of our Infrastructure, Capital Projects, and Sustainability practice. This individual will be responsible for Ontario & Atlantic Canada market leadership, client delivery, people leadership, and growth of the Indigenous Advisory Services portfolio.

The successful candidate will bring deep experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations as clients, as well as advising industry and government clients on Indigenous consultation, engagement, governance, participation, and partnership in the context of major projects, infrastructure development, and economic initiatives. A strong understanding of Indigenous equity participation, economic development, and commercial and financial structures that support Indigenous economic inclusion would be an additional benefit. Please note this is not a community relations role.

What you will do
Market & Practice Leadership

• Serve as the Ontario & Atlantic market lead for Indigenous Advisory Services, responsible for strategy, growth, and delivery excellence.
• Lead the development and execution of market plans aligned with KPMG's Infrastructure, Capital Projects, and Sustainability priorities.
• Build and maintain senior relationships with Indigenous governments, organizations, and businesses, as well as public-sector and private-sector executives.
• Identify, pursue, and lead complex advisory engagements, including major projects, infrastructure programs, economic development initiatives, and governance transformations.
• Collaborate nationally with KPMG's Indigenous Advisory Services leadership and Infrastructure, Capital Projects and Sustainability advisory practice.

Client Advisory & Delivery

• Act as a trusted advisor to Indigenous clients, supporting:
• Infrastructure and capital planning
• Economic development strategies and business planning
• Governance, organizational design, and operating models
• Indigenous participation, partnership, and ownership strategies in major projects
• Advise industry and government clients on:
• Indigenous consultation and engagement frameworks
• Indigenous participation and partnership models
• Regulatory, policy, and rights-based considerations related to major projects
• Alignment with UNDRIP, federal and provincial legislation, and evolving best practices
• Lead multidisciplinary teams delivering integrated advisory services across financial, commercial, technical, policy, and governance dimensions.

Indigenous Equity, Economic Development & Commercial Advisory

• Advise Indigenous governments, organizations, and businesses on equity participation, joint ventures, and ownership models related to infrastructure, energy, natural resources, transportation, and other major projects.
• Support the design and evaluation of commercial, financial, and governance structures that advance Indigenous economic inclusion while meeting lender, investor, regulatory, and partner requirements.
• Lead advisory engagements related to:
• Indigenous equity investments and partnership strategies
• Economic development corporations and Indigenous-owned enterprises
• Project-related revenue sharing, benefit agreements, and participation frameworks
• Long-term wealth creation, sustainability, and intergenerational economic planning
• Work with Indigenous clients to align economic development objectives with capital planning, business strategy, governance, and risk management.

Major Projects & Infrastructure Focus

• Provide leadership on Indigenous advisory components of large-scale infrastructure, energy, utilities, transportation, natural resources, and public-sector projects.
• Support Indigenous and non-Indigenous clients in structuring Indigenous equity participation in major projects, including early-stage planning, commercial negotiations, and long-term asset ownership considerations.
• Advise on the integration of Indigenous economic inclusion objectives into procurement strategies, financing structures, and project governance models.
• Collaborate with financial, legal, and technical advisors to deliver bankable, commercially viable Indigenous participation solutions.

Business Development

• Lead proposal development, including shaping value propositions, pricing, and delivery models.
• Contribute to revenue growth through origination, cross-selling, and expansion of existing client relationships.
• Represent KPMG in the Ontario market through thought leadership, presentations, and external engagement.

People Leadership & Firm Contribution

• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across career levels.
• Contribute to an inclusive, respectful culture aligned with KPMG's Truth & Reconciliation commitments.
• Actively participate in KPMG's National Indigenous Network, Indigenous Advisory Circle, and related firm initiatives.

What you bring to the role

• 10+ years of experience (Director) or 8+ years of experience (Senior Manager) in advisory, consulting, government, industry, or Indigenous organizations.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with Indigenous communities, governments, organizations, and businesses.
• Strong understanding of:
• Indigenous governance structures and rights
• Consultation and engagement processes
• UNDRIP and related federal and provincial policy frameworks
• Major project development and infrastructure delivery environments
• Proven corporate, commercial, and financial acumen, including experience advising executive-level clients.

Economic, Commercial & Technical Expertise

• Demonstrated experience advising on Indigenous economic development, including Indigenous-owned businesses, development corporations, trusts, and investment vehicles.
• Experience with commercial and financial structures that support Indigenous participation in projects, such as:
• Equity ownership and partnership models
• Joint ventures and limited partnerships
• Project finance and funding structures
• Procurement-based economic inclusion strategies
• Strong understanding of the intersection between Indigenous rights, economic reconciliation, and commercial project delivery.
• Ability to translate Indigenous community objectives into practical, commercially viable solutions for governments, industry partners, and investors.

Education

• Undergraduate or graduate degree (or equivalent) in business, economics, finance, engineering, planning, public policy, Indigenous studies/governance, or a related field.
• Professional designation (e.g., CPA, CFA, PMP) considered an asset.

Key Attributes

• Deep credibility and trust in Indigenous, public-sector, and industry contexts.
• Strong executive presence and communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to operate at both market-leadership and engagement-delivery levels.
• Collaborative leader comfortable working across disciplines, geographies, and cultures.
• Willingness to travel within Ontario and across Canada as required.

Why KPMG
At KPMG, you will join a national and global platform committed to delivering meaningful impact for Indigenous communities while working on some of Canada's most complex infrastructure and capital projects. This role offers the opportunity to shape a growing practice, influence major projects, and contribute substantively to reconciliation through professional advisory services.

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $152500 to $198000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant's base salary within this range is based on the individual's location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage
Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG's Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It's one of the many ways we're delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.