Assistant Manager - Asset Management

Overview

Join KPMG's dynamic Asset Management Solution team within Managed Services, part of KPMG Advisory, supporting government, infrastructure, and asset-heavy clients to resolve complex challenges. This role focuses on projects across both private and public sectors, particularly in Transport, Power & Utilities, Defense, Oil, and Gas industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing operating models and driving business transformation initiatives.
• Supporting strategic asset investment planning and business plan creation.
• Implementing efficiency programs targeting capital and operational expenditures.
• Providing asset and portfolio resilience strategies, including maintenance scheduling.
• Ensuring compliance with asset accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conducting internal assurance and peer reviews of critical business processes.
• Offering investor assurance related to asset performance and transaction due diligence.
• Developing effective solutions collaboratively with colleagues across various seniority levels.
• Creating high-quality, client-ready presentations, documents, and spreadsheets that exceed expectations.
• Leading workstreams or contributing to larger projects closely with workstream leaders.
• Engaging with clients professionally to represent KPMG's interests positively.
• Encouraging a collaborative, inclusive team culture and contributing to team development.
• Supporting business development by assisting in proposal and bid preparation.
• Promoting continuous learning by staying current with technical best practices and industry developments.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in implementation or upgrading of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 55000 International Standard for Asset Management.
• Background in asset-intensive industries either as a consultant or client, improving operations with established methodologies.
• Strong motivation, ambition, and capability to thrive in a high-paced environment.
• Effective team player who collaborates inclusively and works well with colleagues.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and adapt to evolving client requirements.
• Solid understanding of operational challenges across Telecoms, Transport, Power & Utilities, Defense, Oil, and Gas sectors.
• Competence in evaluating risks at both business and asset portfolio levels.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Holds a first-class or 2:1 degree in a relevant discipline.