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# Risk Consulting Graduate - Auckland - February 2027 start at KPMG New Zealand

- **Company:** KPMG New Zealand
- **Location:** Auckland, New Zealand
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-09-14
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-17
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/kpmgnz/bb68c0b8-b0b9-4452-9276-430ac14b0520

## Job description

"Tītokona tō tātou tōnuitanga, mō Aotearoa, mō Tātou. Fuelling prosperity for New Zealand, for all New Zealanders"

Our Opportunity | Ngā Āheinga: At KPMG, our Consulting teams design and deliver a wide range of services that help organisations respond to complex challenges and capitalise on emerging opportunities. We work with clients to improve how they operate, manage risk, meet regulatory expectations and make confident strategic decisions — ultimately helping them perform better operationally, financially and strategically, while standing up to external regulation and scrutiny.

As a Consulting Graduate, you’ll be part of diverse project teams delivering practical solutions across industries and sectors, offering you the chance to build a broad consulting skillset while making a meaningful impact for our clients.

Your Day-to-Day | Ngā mahi o ia rā:

- Partner with client teams to help deliver workshops, meetings and project activities, gaining real‑world consulting experience.
- Learn how Consulting services are delivered by supporting engagement reviews across various service lines.
- Contribute to risk management and governance processes, including capturing key insights and supporting decision‑making.
- Support the planning and delivery of consulting engagements, helping shape work programmes and project milestones.
- Engage with clients to gather feedback and understand what great consulting looks like in practice.
- Get involved in business development by supporting proposals and attending networking events to build your professional network.

You - What you bring to our team | Ōu tā koha ki te whānau

- Are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Level 7 equivalent in Business, Commerce, Management, International Business, Accounting, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Law or Science, with strong academic performance.
- Bring a collaborative mindset, working effectively with colleagues across the team.
- Approach complex challenges with a pragmatic, solutions‑focused attitude.
- Build trusted and respected relationships with clients through credibility and professionalism.
- Contribute to a dynamic, creative, and innovative environment that encourages new ideas.
- Embrace change and seek continual opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Champion excellence by maintaining high standards of quality in everything you deliver.
- Communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact, engaging and influencing others effectively.

Us - What we will provide for you | Ō mātou tā koha ki a koe

- An entry‑level position within our Risk Consulting team, supported by BOOST! – our Graduate Development Programme, starting alongside our National Graduate cohort and designed to build your capability, confidence, and career foundation in your first year.
- A $2,000 sign‑on bonus to celebrate and support your first months at the firm.
- A comprehensive induction week that goes beyond introductions, supported by facilitators from KPMG to help you understand your current skill set, identify development opportunities, and build skills, capabilities, and connections with graduates from across Aotearoa.
- Opportunities to shadow and connect with divisional leaders, gaining mentorship, guidance, and insights to support your growth throughout your first year.
- Graduate‑led Lunch & Learns, giving you the chance to present to your cohort, share experiences, seek feedback, and learn from fellow graduates.
- A thriving culture where you can do Work That Matters, feel you Belong, and Thrive and Grow every step of the way.

We’re inviting future leaders like you to step forward, back yourself, and Grow with KPMG. Apply today!

## About KPMG New Zealand

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: KPMG New Zealand is a professional services firm providing audit, tax, and advisory services to private businesses, public sector organisations, and not-for-profits across New Zealand.
- **Entity Type**: Private (global partnership; member firm of KPMG International)
- **Headquarters**: Auckland, New Zealand
- **Founded**: Year not publicly available (KPMG global network founded 1987; New Zealand practice has operated for decades)
- **Founders**: Not applicable (partnership structure)

## Core Business
- Primary industries: Audit & Assurance, Tax, Advisory (including Deal Advisory, Risk Consulting, and Private Enterprise)
- Target customers: B2B, enterprise, government/public sector, SMEs, family-owned businesses, and not-for-profits
- Mission: "Fuelling prosperity of New Zealand – for the benefit of all New Zealanders" [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)

## Products & Services
- **Audit & Assurance**: Independent financial statement audits and assurance services for listed companies, public sector entities, and private businesses.
- **Tax**: Compliance, planning, and advisory services including transfer pricing, international tax, and GST. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en.html)
- **Advisory**: Strategy, risk, deal advisory (M&A, transaction services), infrastructure economics, and digital consulting.
- **Private Enterprise – DDX**: Dedicated team for SMEs and family-owned businesses, offering digital-driven accounting and advisory solutions.
- **Government & Public Sector**: Specialised consulting for public sector transformation and service delivery.
- **Sector-specific practices**: Banking & Finance, Agribusiness, Healthcare & Human Services, Building & Construction, Telecommunications, and ESG/Sustainability. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en.html)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private partnership)
- **Key Metric**: Headcount of 1,036 employees (as of 2026), with a -5.1% year-over-year change [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpmg-new-zealand)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Part of the global KPMG network operating in 138 countries with over 276,000 partners and employees worldwide [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)
- **Growth Signals**: Despite slight headcount decline, continues to hire across multiple offices (Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Tauranga, Hamilton). Active in high-demand areas: AI, ESG, financial services, and government advisory. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/careers.html)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Global network, local ownership**: New Zealand-owned firm with access to KPMG’s global expertise and resources.
- **Sector depth**: Dedicated industry teams (agribusiness, healthcare, construction, etc.) tailored to New Zealand’s economy.
- **Multi-disciplinary approach**: Seamless integration of audit, tax, and advisory to solve complex client challenges.
- **Strong public sector presence**: Works with a significant number of New Zealand’s top 100 organisations and government agencies. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)

## Strategic Focus
- **Artificial Intelligence**: Helping clients adopt and govern AI responsibly.
- **ESG & Sustainability**: Advising on climate, social, and governance strategies.
- **Government & Public Sector**: Improving public service delivery and efficiency.
- **Financial Services**: Navigating regulatory and digital transformation in banking and finance.
- **Agribusiness**: Supporting New Zealand’s food and fibre sector through global market shifts. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en.html)

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: Emphasises “fuelling prosperity” for New Zealand, with a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/careers.html)
- **Career Development**: Structured graduate and internship programmes, plus pathways for experienced professionals. Promotes long-term growth and constant challenge.
- **Work Environment**: Offices across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Ashburton, and Timaru. Hybrid/office policy not explicitly stated, but multiple physical locations suggest flexibility.
- **Notable Perks**: People Promise includes enabling success through development, rewards, and community. Alumni network for former employees. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)
- **Current Openings**: Roles in audit, tax, advisory, risk, and deal advisory at various levels (associate to director). [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/kpmgnz)

## Sources
1. [kpmg.com/nz – About us](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)
2. [kpmg.com/nz – Careers](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/careers.html)
3. [kpmg.com/nz – Homepage & Services](https://kpmg.com/nz/en.html)
4. [linkedin.com – KPMG New Zealand](https://linkedin.com/company/kpmg-new-zealand)
5. [jobs.lever.co – KPMG NZ job listings](https://jobs.lever.co/kpmgnz)

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