Job Description
DescriptionsAbout KPMG In Malaysia's Transaction Services Practice
KPMG Malaysia's Transaction Services (TS) practice supports clients throughout the entire deal lifecycle—covering buy-side, sell-side and non-deal value creation initiatives. The practice offers a comprehensive suite of services including financial, tax, commercial and operational due diligence, enabling clients to assess value, identify risks and make informed strategic decisions.
Within TS, the Commercial Due Diligence & Strategy (CDD&S) team specializes in providing commercial insights and growth-focused advisories across key sectors such as Healthcare, Consumer & Retail, Technology, Financial Services, Industrial Markets, Media, Infrastructure, Transportation & Logistics, Agriculture, Real Estate and Energy.
CDD&S supports leading Malaysian and international corporates, sovereign wealth funds, private equity funds and venture capital firms. The team is engaged across pre-deal analysis, post-deal value creation, market entry, feasibility assessments, and organic and inorganic growth strategy, delivering data-driven insights that help clients unlock long-term value.
What You Can Expect
In this role, you will be part of a high-performing advisory team responsible for delivering commercial due diligence, strategic assessments and growth-focused advisory engagements. Key expectations include:
Project Delivery & Insight Generation
Lead or support commercial due diligence engagements, including market sizing, competitor benchmarking, customer assessment, regulatory analysis and business plan validation.
Conduct targeted primary research via interviews with industry experts, customers, distributors and market participants.
Identify key commercial, operational and financial risks and value drivers impacting investment decisions.
Support market entry assessments, feasibility studies, synergy evaluations and broader value creation initiatives.
Deliver clear, concise and insightful client-ready reports and presentations.
Client & Stakeholder Management
Manage engagement workstreams, ensuring high-quality output, efficient execution and adherence to timelines.
Facilitate communication with senior client stakeholders, target company representatives and cross-functional KPMG teams.
Contribute to issue resolution and risk management throughout the engagement lifecycle.
Practice Development & Team Leadership
Support business development initiatives including proposal drafting, pitch preparation and thought leadership.
Participate in shaping the practice's strategic roadmap, methodology development and knowledge assets.
Coach and mentor junior team members and contribute to team capability-building initiatives.
Support recruitment, resourcing and team development activities.
Responsibilities
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
End-to-End Deal Exposure: Gain comprehensive experience across pre-deal, post-deal and strategic advisory—beyond the traditional scope of commercial due diligence.
High-Growth Environment: Contribute to the rapid expansion of the CDD&S practice within KPMG's broader Advisory business.
Multi-Sector Expertise: Work across a wide range of industries, building versatile sector knowledge and commercial acumen.
Regional and Global Collaboration: Access KPMG's international TS and Strategy networks, with opportunities to participate in cross-border engagements.
Accelerated Professional Development: Build advanced capabilities in commercial assessment, strategy development, analytics, and executive-level communication.
C-Suite Engagement: Present insights and recommendations directly to senior executives, private equity investors and board-level stakeholders.How Will You Make Your Mark
Role
In this role, you will play a key part in shaping investment decisions and strategic directions for high-profile clients. You will:
Provide fact-based commercial insights that influence multimillion-dollar M&A and investment decisions.
Lead analyses that guide market entry, business transformation and long-term growth initiatives.
Identify synergy opportunities, operational improvements and value creation levers critical to post-deal success.
Strengthen client relationships through exceptional delivery and strategic advisory.
Contribute to the growth and development of the CDD&S practice, helping to define its capabilities and market position.Your work will directly impact clients investment strategies, business performance and market competitiveness—while shaping the continued growth of the CDD&S team.
Requirements
Who We're Looking For
Professional Experience
Senior Associate: 2–4 years experience in strategy consulting, commercial due diligence, private equity, M&A advisory or related analytical roles.
Assistant Manager / Manager: 4–7+ years experience with proven track record in leading commercial due diligence or strategy engagements.
Experience across multiple industries, M&A transactions or strategy-driven projects is highly advantageous.Qualifications & Technical Skills
Bachelor's degree in business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Accounting or a related discipline.
Advanced qualifications (MBA, CFA or professional accounting certifications) are an added advantage.
Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word; familiarity with Power BI, Alteryx or Tableau preferred.
Experience working with market and financial databases such as Thomson One, Fitch, APQC, etc.
Strong command of written and spoken English.Core Competencies
Skills
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to structure ambiguous problems and draw evidence-based conclusions.
Ability to interpret market, commercial, financial and operational data to assess business performance and investment attractiveness.
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders.
Demonstrated team leadership potential, initiative and strong client service orientation.
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic and ambiguous deal environments. What to Expect in the Selection Journey:
We want you to feel empowered and informed throughout the process:
A Friendly Pre-Screening Call - Our recruitment team will reach out for an initial chat — nothing intimidating, just a conversation to get to know you better.
Interview Stage - If shortlisted, you'll be invited for an interview in one of the following formats:
Virtual interview
Interview at the KPMG In Malaysia OfficeMake it Count, Make the Difference.
Submit your application to KPMG In Malaysia's Transaction Services – All Hires role today — your journey starts here.
Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2026
For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button below.
Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.
