This is an opportunity for an experienced professional to step into a Manager role where you will lead client relationships, shape China‑related advisory work, mentor teams, and contribute to the growth of a strategically important practice.
Role Overview
As a Manager, you will take ownership of significant China‑related client engagements, lead project delivery, and act as a trusted advisor to clients with cross‑border tax and business needs. You will balance technical excellence with strong commercial acumen, people leadership, and relationship management.
Key Responsibilities
Client Advisory & Engagement Leadership
- Manage a portfolio of China‑connected mid‑market and private clients, including:
- Australian businesses investing into or trading with China
- Chinese‑owned or foreign‑invested enterprises operating in Australia
- Family groups, trusts, partnerships, and small listed entities
- Provide high‑quality tax and business advisory services, covering:
- Cross‑border and international tax structuring
- Inbound and outbound investment planning
- Ongoing tax and accounting compliance
- Governance, risk, and regulatory considerations
- Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of client engagements, including scoping, budgeting, resourcing, and quality review.
- Build strong, trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, including CFOs, business owners, and boards.
China Business Practice Contribution
- Support the growth and positioning of KPMG’s China Business Practice by identifying opportunities arising from China‑related client needs.
- Collaborate with KPMG teams across Australia, China, and the broader global network to deliver integrated solutions.
- Apply strong cross‑cultural understanding to manage stakeholder expectations and drive effective outcomes.
Business Development & Commercial Acumen
- Identify and progress new opportunities within existing and prospective China‑connected clients.
- Support proposals, pitches, and credential presentations.
- Manage engagement economics and contribute to practice revenue and profitability targets.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and mentor consultants and senior consultants, fostering their technical capability and confidence in China‑related work.
- Provide on‑the‑job guidance, formal performance feedback, and career development support.
- Contribute to building sustainable China capability within the wider Business & Tax Advisory team.
Technical Excellence & Thought Leadership
- Stay current on China‑related tax, regulatory, and market developments and translate these into practical client advice.
- Review complex technical work and ensure high standards of quality and risk management.
- Contribute to internal knowledge‑sharing, training, and external thought‑leadership initiatives where appropriate.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience at Manager (or equivalent) level in tax advisory, accounting, or professional services.
- Strong background in international and/or China‑related tax and business advisory.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex engagements and senior client relationships.
- Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams.
- Strong commercial mindset and interest in practice growth.
- Must be fluent in Mandarin