Posted 24 June, 2026
Talent Management & L&D Director/Associate Director
KPMG
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1846606956
When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.
We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.
Are you our next Associate Director to join our People & Change Advisory Team?
Location: Dublin, as part of our hybrid working model.
Grade: Associate Director
Contract type: Perm
A snapshot of your peer group:
Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:
You may also be involved with clients and leading project work in the areas of:
Your team:
You will be joining a dynamic team of 50 people from 10 different nationalities speaking more than 15 languages with one thing in common - a passion for people. The team delivers on these key service offerings namely change management, organisational design, strategic workforce planning, talent management and leadership, culture, and diversity.
To learn more about our People & Change team, please click https://home.kpmg/ie/en/home/services/consulting/management-consulting/people-change.html .
Discover How KPMG Can Enrich Your Life Beyond Your Career
Benefits Tailored for You
We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.
Career Progression with Continuous Support
From the moment you join KPMG, you'll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.
We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.
Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity
Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html
Ready to Join Us?
If you meet most of the criteria, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV. KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.
For any specific queries about the role, please contact Karine Vatuska.
For a glimpse into life at KPMG, follow #ExperienceKPMG on LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and X.
Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position.
By clicking apply to this role your application will not only be considered for this position, but your details will be stored on our database and may be considered for similar future positions that may arise. This means that the personal data contained in your application and provided to KPMG as part of the application process may be retained by us for up to 18 months from the date of your application and you hereby agree to that. If you do not wish your details to be stored on our recruitment database, please email [email protected] stating this and we will ensure that such information is not stored other than for the purposes of this application.
We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.
Are you our next Associate Director to join our People & Change Advisory Team?
Location: Dublin, as part of our hybrid working model.
Grade: Associate Director
Contract type: Perm
A snapshot of your peer group:
- Minimum 8 years' experience in Learning & Development, Organisational Development or related consulting roles
- Proven track record in designing and delivering end-to-end learning solutions across leadership, management, and professional & behavioural capability areas
- Experience delivering large-scale, blended learning programmes, including instructor-led, digital and pathway-based solutions
- Demonstrated ability to operate as a strategic L&D advisor, partnering with senior stakeholders to shape capability strategies aligned to organisational and workforce priorities
- Experience delivering learning solutions across a broad range of skills areas (e.g. leadership, communication, innovation, problem solving, project management)
- Experience in entrepreneurship, enterprise development or accelerator-style programmes, supporting organisations in areas such as innovation, financing, commercialisation and scaling growth
- Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement and consulting skills, with the ability to deliver high-quality learner experiences across diverse audiences
- Experience applying learning evaluation and measurement approaches, using data and insights to drive continuous improvement
Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:
- Lead the delivery of major consulting engagements in Learning & Development (L&D) and Organisational Development, managing complex challenges and delivering tailored, high-impact solutions
- Act as a strategic L&D partner, advising clients on capability development, skills strategy and learning investment priorities in line with organisational goals
- Design and deliver structured learning solutions including instructor-led training, digital learning and blended programmes to build leadership, professional and behavioural skills at scale
- Develop and deliver entrepreneurship and enterprise-focused learning programmes, supporting leaders and organisations in areas such as innovation, access to finance, commercialisation and scaling growth-stage businesses
- Lead high-quality facilitation and ensure a consistent, engaging learner experience across programmes
- Work with complex data to assess capability needs, measure learning impact and support continuous improvement (e.g. using recognised evaluation frameworks)
- Collaborate with clients to identify current and future capability requirements, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and evolving organisational needs
- Contribute to the development of KPMG's L&D offering, bringing external insights, thought leadership and innovation in learning design and delivery
You may also be involved with clients and leading project work in the areas of:
- Operating Model design and implementation
- Change Management
- Business Readiness / Training
- Cultural Change
- HR Transformation
Your team:
You will be joining a dynamic team of 50 people from 10 different nationalities speaking more than 15 languages with one thing in common - a passion for people. The team delivers on these key service offerings namely change management, organisational design, strategic workforce planning, talent management and leadership, culture, and diversity.
To learn more about our People & Change team, please click https://home.kpmg/ie/en/home/services/consulting/management-consulting/people-change.html .
Discover How KPMG Can Enrich Your Life Beyond Your Career
Benefits Tailored for You
- Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.
- Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
- Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
- Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
- Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
- Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
- Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you're moving to Ireland.
- Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.
We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.
Career Progression with Continuous Support
From the moment you join KPMG, you'll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.
We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.
Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity
Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html
Ready to Join Us?
If you meet most of the criteria, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV. KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.
For any specific queries about the role, please contact Karine Vatuska.
For a glimpse into life at KPMG, follow #ExperienceKPMG on LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and X.
Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position.
By clicking apply to this role your application will not only be considered for this position, but your details will be stored on our database and may be considered for similar future positions that may arise. This means that the personal data contained in your application and provided to KPMG as part of the application process may be retained by us for up to 18 months from the date of your application and you hereby agree to that. If you do not wish your details to be stored on our recruitment database, please email [email protected] stating this and we will ensure that such information is not stored other than for the purposes of this application.
