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Manager / Senior Manager / Associate Director - M&A (Deal Advisory)

KPMG NZ· Advisory – Deal Advisory
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AucklandPermanent Full-TimePosted 4w ago

About the role

KPMG New Zealand is seeking a Manager, Senior Manager or Associate Director to support the execution and delivery of M&A advisory mandates within the Deal Advisory team, Auckland.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely and build trusted relationships with business owners, executives, boards and investors throughout the transaction lifecycle.
  • Analyse industries, markets and businesses.
  • Prepare key process materials (e.g. Information Memorandum, management presentations, etc.)
  • Develop financial models and undertake valuation analysis.
  • Develop commercial insights and recommendations that support critical business decisions.
  • Support the senior team with overall M&A process management.
  • Collaborate closely with the broader Deal Advisory team and senior stakeholders across the full M&A deal lifecycle.
  • Contribute to the efficient management of transaction processes and team operations.
  • Support the development and coaching of junior team members.

Qualifications

  • We welcome applications from candidates with at least 3+ years’ experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development and strategy backgrounds.
  • Strong academic track record, demonstrating consistent performance.
  • Strong analytical and financial modelling capability, or a proven quantitative skillset.
  • Proven commercial acumen and the ability to understand key value drivers of businesses and industries.
  • A proactive, self-starting approach with ability to perform under pressure.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • A genuine interest in M&A, corporate strategy and helping clients navigate complex business decisions.

Skills

Required:M&A experienceFinancial modellingValuationCommunication

Benefits

  • Hybrid Working – a mix of working in the office and at home to enhance your work/life balance
  • 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
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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