Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions

Job DescriptionShape the future of Australian businesses. Join KPMG’s growing and market-leading Deal Advisory team, working on high-profile transactions that shape industries. As a Manager in our Brisbane M&A team, you’ll lead engagements, mentor junior team members, and work directly with clients on strategic decisions that matter.Abuut UsKPMG’s Deal Advisory practice is one of the largest and most successful in Australia, with a reputation for excellence and an enviable track record across diverse sectors. We provide independent advisory services to private and public clients, helping them navigate acquisitions, divestments, mergers, takeovers, and capital raisings.Your OpportunityAs a Manager, you willLead and manage transaction processes across the full deal cycle, including buy-side, sell-side, and capital raising mandates.Oversee the preparation of indicative valuation reports, detailed financial models, and complex financial analyses.Provide strategic insights and financial due diligence to buyers and vendors.Draft and review client-ready marketing materials, including information memoranda, prospectuses, and board presentations.Drive business development initiatives, including mapping potential targets, building client relationships, and contributing to proposals.Collaborate with national and global KPMG teams on cross-border transactions.Mentor and coach junior team members to develop technical and commercial skills. What Makes You ExtraordinaryYou combine technical excellence in corporate finance with strong commercial judgment.You thrive in fast-paced environments and deliver high-quality outcomes under pressure.You are confident engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions. Your ExperienceWe value diversity of thought and experience. Ideally, you haveSignificant experience in investment banking, corporate advisory, private equity, or Big 4/Mid-tier accounting (M&A Advisory or Transaction Services).Proven ability to manage deal processes end-to-end, including client interaction and stakeholder management.Advanced technical skills in financial modelling, valuation, and due diligence.Tertiary qualifications in finance, accounting, economics, or related fields; CA or CFA highly regarded.Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain client relationships.A proactive attitude, strong team ethic, and motivation to achieve outstanding outcomes for clients. Why Join Us?At KPMG, you’ll lead market-shaping deals, work alongside industry leaders, and access world-class learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative culture that values innovation, inclusion, and career progression.If you’re ready to take the next step in your M&A career and lead transactions that make an impact, apply now.Additional InformationKPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth.Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.