Senior Manager / Associate Director - M&A (Deal Advisory)

About KPMG and the Role

KPMG is a globally renowned professional services firm recognized for its expertise, clear insights, and commitment to assisting clients with complex challenges, transformative changes, and growth initiatives. The Deal Advisory team plays a pivotal role in guiding clients through significant strategic and financial choices, often relating to mergers and acquisitions or large-scale capital investments. This team leverages deep financial analysis, commercial insight, and market knowledge to help deliver prudent investments and support New Zealand's economic prosperity.

KPMG New Zealand holds a strong position as a trusted M&A advisor, supported by a senior team with extensive investment banking experience. The firm is currently seeking a senior professional to help lead daily M&A advisory engagements and contribute to business development efforts. The successful candidate will become part of a globally acclaimed M&A platform, noted consistently as a top mid-market performer, and affiliated with an award-winning local team managing both domestic and cross-border deals, frequently collaborating with international colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the complete lifecycle of M&A transactions, from initial origination to closure.
• Take charge of critical components such as financial modeling, development of marketing materials, and overall project management.
• Establish and nurture trusted relationships with clients and essential external parties, including investors, financiers, and legal professionals.
• Support efforts in business development and contribute to sourcing new deal opportunities.
• Mentor junior team members and promote a culture of high performance within the group.
• Engage with KPMG’s global M&A network to pursue cross-border transactions and opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• At least six years of experience working within high-caliber corporate advisory, investment banking, or corporate development environments.
• Demonstrated capability to manage significant transaction workstreams successfully.
• Strong technical expertise, particularly in financial modeling and valuation methods.
• Sound commercial judgment paired with a practical, solution-focused approach.
• Impressive academic background; postgraduate qualifications or CFA certification are advantageous.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a talent for building trusted professional relationships.
• A collaborative working style underpinned by strong teamwork ethos.
• A clear passion and commitment towards developing a career in M&A.

Additional Information

Recruitment is directly managed by KPMG’s internal Talent Acquisition team. At present, no third-party agencies are involved unless specifically required at a later stage.

KPMG champions workforce diversity and invites candidates from varied backgrounds, including those with disabilities, mental health considerations, chronic health issues, or neurodivergence, to apply. Candidates requiring accessibility accommodations during recruitment may reach out to the designated contact for support.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible leave arrangements, including options to purchase additional annual leave.
• Access to an 18-week paid flexible parental leave scheme for all new parents, encompassing both primary and secondary caregivers.
• Unlimited usage of LinkedIn Learning with tailored development pathways.
• Discounts offered on a variety of lifestyle products and services.
• Inclusion opportunities within a variety of Diversity and Equity networks as active participants or allies.
• Participation in social club activities like cooking, painting, and quiz nights.

KPMG is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse experiences and backgrounds, aiming to be an employer of choice regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, work flexibility, family situation, sexual orientation, or disability status.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

KPMG may utilize AI tools to assist with certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or evaluating responses for consistency. These tools serve as aids for recruiters but do not replace human evaluation. All final hiring decisions are made by KPMG's recruitment professionals. Inquiries regarding data processing can be directed to the company.