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# Senior Manager / Associate Director - M&A (Deal Advisory) at KPMG New Zealand

- **Company:** KPMG New Zealand
- **Location:** Auckland, New Zealand
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-06-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/kpmgnz/c5dc47f9-cef7-4361-8fe8-bd150617b2c7

## Job description

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 team member to help lead the day-to-day execution of M&A advisory mandates and support new business origination.
- 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: https://home.kpmg/nz/en/home/services/advisory/deal-advisory/selling-a-business.html

Day To Day You Will:

- Drive the day-to-day execution of M&A transactions from origination through to close
- Take ownership of key workstreams including financial analysis, marketing materials preparation and project management.
- Build and manage trusted relationships with clients and key external stakeholders, including investors, financiers and legal advisors
- Support business development and contribute to deal origination
- Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performance culture
- Collaborate with KPMG’s global M&A network on cross-border opportunities

About You:

- 6+ years’ experience in a high quality corporate advisory, investment banking or corporate development role
- Proven ability to lead significant transaction workstreams
- Strong technical skill set, including financial modelling and valuations
- Strong commercial acumen and a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset
- Strong academic track record, with further study (e.g. postgraduate or CFA) viewed favourably
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build trusted relationships
- A collaborative approach with colleagues, combined with a strong team mindset
- Highly motivated with a clear commitment to 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.

## 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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