Associate, Tax Law M&A

Overview

At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

KPMG Law LLP is a national law firm affiliated with the professional services firm of KPMG LLP, with offices in major markets across Canada. As an integrated, multidisciplinary firm, our lawyers work closely with accountants and other professionals on complex client engagements across a broad range of legal and tax‑related practice areas.

We are looking for disciplined and self-motivated M&A Associate Lawyers to join our team in our Toronto office. Our Business Law group provides legal advice with respect to private mergers and acquisitions, complex reorganizations, corporate finance and general corporate and commercial matters.

What you will do

• Advise clients on domestic and cross-border mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations and other corporate transactions
• Lead tax structuring and due diligence efforts and guide post-transaction integration
• Draft and review legal documents related to tax aspects of corporate transactions
• Collaborate with corporate lawyers, accountants and deal advisors across KPMG Law LLP and KPMG Canada
• Support business development and contribute to thought leadership in M&A tax
• Mentor junior associates and help build a high-performing team
• Deliver practical, client-focused solutions with precision and insight
• Stay current on evolving tax legislation and regulatory developments

What you bring to the role

• LL.B or J.D. and a ctive membership and good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
• 3-5 years of post-call related corporate commercial experience gained from a reputable law firm
• Broad corporate and M&A experience and proficiency
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and a practical and pragmatic style toward providing expert legal solutions
• The ability to balance the demands of an emerging practice

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $140,000 to $190,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity , we do what is right |  Excellence , we never stop learning and improving |  Courage , we think and act boldly | Together , we respect each other and draw strength from our differences |  For Better , we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling View phone number on careers.kpmg.ca.

AI Usage

We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.