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 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:

• At least 5 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