Alliance Ecosystem & AI Activation Lead

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team. KPMG is currently seeking an Alliance Ecosystem & AI Activation Lead to join our Market Development Americas team. Responsibilities: - Lead activation of the Americas emerging alliance ecosystem strategy - Drive activation of Agentic AI and emerging AI alliance partnerships across the region - Support integration of AI capabilities into consulting delivery and regional delivery center operations - Lead AI capability enablement, education, training, and knowledge-sharing programs across America Member Firms; Coordinate AI adoption and activation initiatives across Member Firms - Expand emerging partnerships beyond the core strategic alliance portfolio - Connect Member Firms to relevant AI alliance programs, assets, and capabilities - Serve as a trust advisor to regional teams, helping educate, influence and guide adoption of AI capabilities and emerging ecosystem partnerships - Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment Qualifications: - Minimum five years of recent experience in alliance management, ecosystem development, business development, consulting, or technology partnership activation - Advanced degree from an accredited college or university preferred; minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required - Working knowledge of AI, agentic technologies, cloud platforms, or emerging technology ecosystems and their business applications - Demonstrated experience developing and executing alliance, partner, or go-to-market strategies across multiple stakeholders and geographies as well as proven ability to lead cross-functional programs, manage competing priorities, and drive adoption of new capabilities and initiatives - Excellent communication, relationship-building, and executive stakeholder management skills - Spanish or Portuguese fluency preferred - Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa) KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG LLP is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG LLP provides a Total Rewards Package that includes 401(k) and medical and may include dental, vision, disability and life insurance, personal well-being and Personal Time Off. Additionally, each ye