Analyst/Associate, Business Development - Corporate Finance, Deal Advisory

Overview

At KPMG Canada, we bring diverse perspectives to address Canada's critical challenges. This is a place to grow your career, sharpen future-ready skills, and take charge of your journey with support at every level. KPMG Corporate Finance Inc., regulated by the Ontario Securities Commission, delivers investment banking and advisory services within Canada. Our Corporate Finance team specializes in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and capital advisory, offering independent advice to private and public companies. We leverage a global network of over 2,600 corporate finance professionals across 160 offices in 86 countries, providing strong local knowledge and connections.

About the Role

The Corporate Finance group in Toronto seeks a driven professional ready to contribute to one of Canada's largest Deal Advisory practices. As an Associate in Business Development, you will collaborate closely with Partners and Senior Vice Presidents to fuel practice growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish new client relationships within targeted sectors and markets.
• Research and initiate new market-centered strategies to source prospective clients.
• Maintain curated databases of prospective clients, including private equity portfolio companies and sector-specific high-priority targets.
• Expand a network of prospective clients consistent with KPMG Corporate Finance’s strategic market objectives.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum three years of proven experience in business development, investment banking, and/or private equity; M&A experience is an advantage.
• Proficient with external financial databases such as CapitalIQ, PitchBook, Bloomberg, and Thomson Reuters.
• Strong technical finance knowledge, including understanding of financial statements and accounting fundamentals.
• Passionate about cultivating and sustaining client relationships, confident communicator, eager to learn and innovate.
• Aptitude for connecting leadership to new business opportunities.
• Dedicated to continuous learning, teamwork, and independent initiative.
• Proactive self-starter who can identify when guidance is needed.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary ranges from $58,000 to $107,500, potentially supplemented by bonuses. Salary placement depends on location, skills, competencies, and qualifications. KPMG offers a comprehensive rewards program.

Employer Values and Commitment

KPMG stands on integrity, continuous excellence, bold actions, mutual respect, and making impactful contributions. We are an equal opportunity employer promoting inclusive, respectful workplaces where everyone can thrive. Diversity is central to our success, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Recruitment Process & Accommodations

We ensure an inclusive hiring process allowing candidates to perform at their best. Candidates can request informal adjustments, like extra prep time or breaks, and formal accommodations such as accessible communication aids. For assistance, candidates may reach out to our Employee Relations Service.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

KPMG uses AI to enhance candidate experience and improve recruitment workflows. AI assists in application organization and matching qualifications. Final hiring decisions are made by trained humans, ensuring responsible AI use aligned with privacy and security standards. Our approach prioritizes technology as a support, not a replacement, for human judgment.