Senior Risk Analyst

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose we help our clients solve complex challenges, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow. We are looking for talented people who share our purpose of inspiring confidence and empowering change for our clients, our people and our communities.

The experience we want our KPMG whānau to have is anchored in our purpose of 'Fuelling New Zealand's prosperity' or 'Tītokona tō tātou tōnuitanga, mō Aotearoa, mō tātou'. We are proud of our reputation for values-driven behaviour that guides our actions and defines what it means to work at and be part of KPMG. 

• This is an internal facing and "2nd line" role as part of a collaborative team.
• The Senior Risk Analyst is responsible for providing proactive, responsive risk advice to divisions. The role reviews work and provides insights/recommendations to support client facing teams with their engagement risk management activities and to successfully navigate and manage risks that may arise from their client work.

• Support client facing teams with complex issues and share best practices.
• Manage the delivery of internal reviews including reviewing findings and developing action plans for resolution.
• Contribute ideas and recommendations to continuously improve guidance and processes.
• Be a strong and positive advocate for the engagement risk management policies and practices, monitor controls and deliver training.
• Develop guidance to support the business to comply with regulatory and policy requirements.

• 4+ years of experience in a risk or compliance role, with a strong understanding of applying regulatory frameworks and operational risk management in large organisations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the business.
• Strong multitasking and prioritisation abilities, able to manage competing deadlines and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset, with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process enhancements and efficiency gains.
• Proven ability to plan and execute projects, including stakeholder engagement, timeline management, and delivery of key milestones.

Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by the KPMG Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners if we require agency assistance. Thank you for your understanding.

Life at KPMG

KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent. 

For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone Enya van Dulm on or email

We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a holistic range of benefits to support your life balance, whatever your circumstance. We want you to do Work That Matters, Thrive and Grow and know that you Belong here with us, at KPMG. 

As a KPMG employee, we will offer you:

—  Access to the firm's annual incentive scheme

—  Opportunities for local and international secondments

—  Hybrid working across a mix of office, client and home hubs to recognise that people have individual circumstances and preferences when it comes to where and how they work

— The ability to work from overseas and extend time connecting with friends and family outside New Zealand

—  Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave

—  Gender-neutral support for all stages of the parental journey, including access to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents

—   A paid professional association membership of your choice

—   Digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees

—   A wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, banking services, and lifestyle goods and services

—   The support, allyship and opportunity to join our many Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Affinity networks, including the Kiwa, Pride, Ethnicity, Accessibility and Wahine groups

—  The opportunity to participate in Green Team activities, as we work toward reducing the firm's environmental footprint and become carbon zero by 2030

—  An invitation to join your local Social club and enjoy events aimed at bringing people together for social, sporting, cultural, family and fundraising activities

—  Paid time off for volunteering and involvement in citizenship activities

—  An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, subsidised sporting events, free confidential counselling services, additional 5 days of Wellbeing leave to support you and your family's overall health and wellness, access to our Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more

We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.