Analyst, Mergers and Acquisition

Job Description Ready to launch your career in M&A? Join KPMG’s growing and market-leading Deal Advisory team, working on high-profile transactions that shape industries. As part of our Brisbane team, you’ll collaborate with national and global experts to deliver strategic advice on acquisitions, divestments, mergers, and capital raisings. About Us KPMG’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 complex transactions and achieve strategic goals. Your Opportunity As an Analyst in our Brisbane M&A team, you will: Work on buy-side, sell-side, and capital raising mandates across public and private markets. Build financial models, perform valuations, and conduct detailed financial analysis for complex transactions. Support transaction execution, including due diligence coordination and interaction with clients, financiers, and legal advisers. Prepare marketing materials such as information memoranda, pitch decks, and management presentations. Contribute to industry research, market analysis, and strategic option development for clients. Collaborate with colleagues across Australia and internationally on cross-border engagements. What We’re Looking For You are an early-career professional who: Thrives on turning data into insights and telling compelling stories through analysis. Delivers high-quality work under pressure with strong attention to detail. Communicates effectively and builds strong relationships with stakeholders. Your Experience We value diversity of thought and experience. Ideally, you have: Recent experience in investment banking, corporate advisory, private equity, or Big 4/Mid-tier accounting (M&A Advisory). Strong technical skills in financial modelling, valuation, and data analysis. Tertiary qualifications in finance, accounting, economics, or related fields; progress toward CA or CFA is highly regarded. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal). A proactive attitude, strong team ethic, and motivation to achieve outstanding outcomes for clients. Why Join Us? At KPMG, you’ll gain exposure to 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 passionate about corporate finance and want to work on transactions that make an impact, apply now and take the next step in your career. Additional Information KPMG 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr