Senior Consultant - Contract Assurance, Governance & Risk |Sydney or Brisbane

Are you ready to make an impact? Bring your blend of auditing and consulting skills to KPMG’s Contract Assurance and Performance discipline. You will work on meaningful, industry-leading projects while developing your career within a supportive global network of peers and leaders.

• Help our clients achieve full value from their most critical contracted relationships. 
• Leverage your audit expertise to identify area of contract non-compliance. 
• Leverage your consulting expertise to solve complex challenges and contribute to business growth. 
• This role can be based in our Sydney or Brisbane office.

KPMG’s Contract Assurance and Performance discipline is a trusted partner to some of Australia’s largest and most dynamic organisations. We help our clients achieve the greatest value out of their contractual relationships and ensure their arrangements are structured for success. Our team of specialists blends a mix of technical knowledge and innovative thinking to maximise value, unearth efficiencies, and drive better outcomes. 

We specialise in: 

• Improving operational performance of contracts. 

• Uplifting contract management activities and implementing best practises. 

• Recovering lost value in commercial agreements and supporting financial recovery. 

• Enhancing compliance with contractual obligations at all stages of the contract life cycle. 

• Helping clients adopt innovative solutions, including our AI ‘KymContracts’ platform and automated tools, to revolutionise how they manage contracts. 

What you will do

As a Senior Consultant at KPMG, you will apply your commercial mindset and technical strengths to help clients realise full value from their most critical contracted relationships. You will:

• Apply your audit skills to identify areas of contract non-compliance and assess financial and operational risks.
• Use your consulting capability to help solve complex challenges and support improvements in contract performance.
• Contribute to improving operational performance of contracts and uplifting contract management practices.
• Support recovery of lost value in commercial agreements and assist clients in meeting their contractual obligations.
• Work with innovative solutions, including our AI KymContracts platform and automation tools, that transform how organisations manage contracts.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who work across industries and sectors.
• Be supported with tailored training, growth pathways, and a people-first focus on flexibility and wellbeing.

Your Opportunity

As a Senior Consultant based in our Sydney or Brisbane office, you will join an energetic and collaborative team with deep expertise in the world of large-scale contracts. In this role, you will:

• Work directly with clients to help address commercial challenges and contribute to delivering measurable results.
• Engage with contract owners, procurement teams, and commercial leads to provide practical advice and support assurance activities.
• Assist in designing contract governance frameworks and helping clients improve contract management practices.
• Use your analytical and problem solving skills to help develop automation tools that increase efficiency.
• Support business development activities through client engagement and by identifying new opportunities.
• Work closely with national and global KPMG specialists, gaining exposure to a wide range of industries.
• Support and guide junior team members while role-modelling collaboration and high-quality delivery.

How you are Extraordinary

We are looking for individuals who bring enthusiasm, a commitment to quality, and the ability to thrive in varied environments. You will stand out if you have:

• A strong background in audit and, or consulting, with an interest in solving client challenges.
• A focus on building trusted relationships and identifying opportunities to support clients and the team.
• Experience in contract management, procurement support, or third-party assurance (highly regarded).
• Curiosity about complex commercial arrangements and the data and frameworks that underpin them.
• Tertiary qualifications, with progress toward CA or CPA qualifications highly desirable. Support will be provided if you are not yet accredited.
• Demonstrated experience in coaching junior colleagues and contributing to a collaborative team culture.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

We welcome candidates with diverse experiences who want to contribute to our inclusive team environment.

Why Choose KPMG?

At KPMG, we empower our people to grow and develop meaningful careers. You will enjoy:

• Opportunities to work at the forefront of industry, helping leading organisations achieve significant outcomes.
• Continuous learning and upskilling through world-class development programs.
• A workplace committed to flexibility, wellbeing, and inclusivity.
• Access to global resources, tools, and subject matter experts.
• Great employee benefits including additional leave options, professional development support, and technology-enabled work environments.

If you are seeking a role where your skills are valued and your impact is visible, this is the opportunity for you.

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.

KPMG Australia: grow with us!