Manager / Senior Manager / Associate Director - Turnaround & Restructuring

About KPMG and the Role

KPMG is a globally respected professional services organization, dedicated to helping clients overcome complex challenges through expert insights and purposeful action. The Turnaround & Restructuring team specialises in assisting underperforming businesses by stabilising operations and implementing strategic changes quickly and effectively. Services range from operational turnarounds to financial restructures, and where necessary, formal insolvency procedures.

This team collaborates closely with the wider Deal Advisory division, which encompasses services such as Mergers & Acquisitions, Valuations, Infrastructure & Projects, and Debt Advisory. The practice delivers comprehensive financial advice, bringing valuable commercial acumen and in-depth sector expertise to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage turnaround and restructuring projects ensuring delivery aligned with client timelines, budgets, and expected outcomes.
• Establish and maintain trusted relationships with senior client management, mid-level executives, and other stakeholders including legal representatives and lenders.
• Conduct financial analyses to identify challenges and develop restructuring solutions including cost reduction, working capital optimisation, accelerated M&A activities, refinancing, or exit strategies.
• Develop and monitor detailed project plans, define work requirements, and set clear engagement objectives considering associated risks.
• Formulate viable solutions that acknowledge clients’ internal and external constraints.
• Review cash flow forecasts and perform sensitivity analyses to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with other Deal Advisory teams locally and nationally on due diligence and debt advisory engagements.

Candidate Profile

• At least five years of professional experience, preferably with specific expertise in Corporate Finance, Financial Restructuring, Turnaround, or Insolvency.
• Experience with corporate insolvency procedures is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills capable of engaging diverse stakeholders across operational and financial roles at all organizational levels.
• Understanding of legal frameworks associated with Restructuring and Insolvency.
• Proven business development capabilities, including marketing oneself and securing new client relationships.
• Financial modelling skills are a plus.
• Membership or professional qualification relevant to the field is required.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and leading teams both operationally and technically.

Additional Information

This recruitment is conducted internally by KPMG Talent Acquisition; external agencies will only be contacted if necessary.

Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility

KPMG values a diverse workforce and actively encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, mental health needs, chronic conditions, or neurodivergence. Support is available for candidates who experience accessibility barriers during the recruitment process.

Employee Benefits & Work Environment

• Hybrid working model combining office presence and remote work to support work-life balance.
• Flexible leave options, including the opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• 18 weeks of paid flexible parental leave for all new parents, covering both primary and secondary caregivers.
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning with personalized professional development pathways.
• Discounts on a variety of lifestyle products and services.
• Participation opportunities in Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity networks and social clubs featuring activities like cooking, painting, and quizzes.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

KPMG may employ AI tools to assist in reviewing applications and analyzing candidate materials; however, all hiring decisions are ultimately made by human recruiters.