Senior Analyst / Manager - M&A (Deal Advisory)
KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose we help our clients solve complex challenges, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow.
KPMG’s Deal Advisory team supports clients with high-value strategic and financial decisions, typically in the context of M&A or large-scale capital investment. We bring financial analysis, commercial acumen and market insights to deliver sound investments and fuel New Zealand’s prosperity.
The Opportunity:
- KPMG has a longstanding presence in the New Zealand market as a trusted M&A advisor, with a senior team having extensive investment banking experience.
- We are looking to add a Senior Analyst or Manager to support the execution of M&A advisory mandates within our growing team.
- As part of KPMG’s globally ranked M&A platform (consistently #1 or #2 in the mid-market) and leading New Zealand team (winner of INFINZ mid-market M&A deal of the year in 2026), you’ll have access to a strong pipeline of high-quality mandates, including domestic and cross-border transactions, often delivered in collaboration with colleagues across multiple jurisdictions.
- For further information on the KPMG M&A team, see:
Day To Day You Will:
- Support execution of M&A transactions, including preparation of key process materials (e.g. Information Memorandum, management presentations, etc.)
- Build detailed financial models and perform valuation analysis
- Support the senior team with overall M&A process management
- Engage directly with clients, including founders, management and investors
- Collaborate closely with the broader Deal Advisory team and senior stakeholders across the full M&A deal lifecycle
- Support administrative requirements of the team
About You:
- 2–6 years’ experience in a high quality corporate advisory, investment banking or corporate development role
- A strong academic track record, demonstrating consistent performance
- Proven financial modelling capability, or an otherwise strong quantitative background
- Proven commercial acumen and genuine interest in business and markets
- A proactive, self-starting approach with ability to perform under pressure
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- High energy, motivation and ambition for a career in M&A
Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by the KPMG Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners if we require agency assistance. Thank you for your understanding.
Life at KPMG
KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent.
For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please email Emma at KPMGAccessibilityNetwork@kpmg.co.nz.
We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstance. As a KPMG employee, we will offer you:
— Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave
— Access to ‘Whanau@KPMG’ – 18 weeks’ paid flexible leave for all new parents - primary and secondary carers
— Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees.
— Discounts on a range of lifestyle goods and services.
— Opportunity to join any of our Inclusion, Diversity and Equity networks as a participant and ally.
— Opportunity to join our Social club and enjoy activities such as cooking classes, painting, quiz nights and more.
We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.
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