Senior Analyst / Manager - M&A (Deal Advisory)

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: https://home.kpmg/nz/en/home/services/advisory/deal-advisory/selling-a-business.html

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