Associate (Senior Consultant), M&A group, Deal Advisory

Are you ready to make a real impact in the world of Mergers & Acquisitions? Do you have a passion for corporate finance and enjoy working on complex transactions? If so, this role could be your next career step!

We are currently looking for an experienced Associate to join our M&A team in Astana / Almaty. As part of KPMG’s Deal Advisory practice, you’ll work on exciting projects, providing full-scope technical support throughout the M&A process, from initial planning to deal closure. With a dynamic team and opportunities for professional growth, this role will help you expand your expertise in M&A while making a difference for top-tier clients.

As our M&A Associate, you will:

• M&A Process Support: Provide full-scope technical support and actively participate at all stages of the M&A process, including data collection, financial modeling, indicative pricing, and structuring key transaction documents.
• Data Room and Due Diligence Coordination: Coordinate the preparation of data rooms and manage the due diligence process through regular interaction with clients, investors, and due diligence teams.
• Business Development Support: Contribute to business development by gathering and analyzing market information, preparing marketing materials (pitches, proposals, company profiles), and identifying potential transaction targets.
• Coaching and Mentorship: Coach junior team members on the specifics of the M&A process and monitor their performance to ensure high-quality work.
• Market Research: Conduct thorough market research, including analyzing key drivers, players, trends, and potential targets relevant to ongoing and future transactions.

You’re the perfect match for this role if you:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Economics with a strong academic record.
• Have at least 3 years of experience in corporate finance, M&A advisory, or working at an investment bank, Big 4 firm, or large corporation.
• Possess strong knowledge of financial accounting, valuation methodologies, and key research sources like MergerMarket, Thomson Financial, Bloomberg, and Factiva.
• Are fluent in English and Russian, with Kazakh being an advantage.
• Adapt quickly to changing environments and demonstrate strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Are driven, with a creative mindset and the ability to solve problems effectively.
• Hold ACCA or CFA certification (is a plus).

We offer:

• An international corporate culture in which personal growth, mutual trust and lifelong learning are being fostered. 
• A team of passionate colleagues to reach higher goals and support each other.
• Continuous development and professional growth with a clear career path, opportunities for professional certifications, and a comprehensive range of soft skills development topics to meet your personal needs and ambitions. 
• “Together” is one of our KPMG-values, so you can count on a wide range of social activities like team buildings, get-togethers & sport initiatives together with your colleagues. 
• A competitive and attractive compensation package with comprehensive benefits like extended vacation days, sick leaves without medical certificate, health and life insurances and many more.
• An inclusive workspace that encourages diversity and pursues mutual respect for each other’s beliefs and backgrounds. 
• A flexible, hybrid working schedule where employees can work on different locations: at home, at the office, or at a client’s site.

Join KPMG and discover a career that will help you thrive, learn, and do work that matters. Apply now!

About us

KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. With a history extending back more than 150 years, KPMG firms have brought their best professionals to clients, helping them to transform and succeed. Connecting the right people at the right moments is what we do.

Our Deal Advisory team includes over 170 professionals in Central Asia and Caucasus. We are one of the largest deal advisors with professional teams providing objective unbiased advice on every aspect of the full range of transactions.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their unique abilities, background, or identity.