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      4.0
      19 Apr 2009
      Advisory associate
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      Pros

      Great opportunities for advancement, some of the best training programs that I've seen anywhere, a real pride in diversity. The people are generally fun to work with, as well.

      Cons

      I really only see two disadvantages to working at KPMG, but they're pretty significant. First and foremost, the "work-life balance" thing is a myth. Forget about 40 hour weeks, particularly if you're in the Audit practice. Additionally, salaries tend to be lower than in other comparable multinational firms - the only people making six figures and above are Managers, Senior Managers, Managing Directors, and Partners (and the vast overwhelming majority of employees leave the firm before making those levels.)

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      5.0
      16 Apr 2026
      Manager
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      Pros

      future job moves internal promotions client trust

      Cons

      Busy season intensity Deadline-driven stress cycles “Always on” expectations during peaks

      2.0
      17 Jun 2026
      Manager
      Recommend
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      Pros

      You get to work with an awesome, highly resilient group of local peers in the advisory practice. The KPMG brand still holds value, but the internal team dynamics have become incredibly fractured.

      Cons

      We have outsourced 80%+ of our Risk Advisory work, leaving onshore seniors with massive gaps in their experience. As a manager, I am stuck doing senior-level work because I typically have only one or zero local seniors or associates on my teams. The best leaders have already resigned because this model prevents actual management and mentoring. Also, it might take you 30+ years to become partner in Risk Advisory, if at all.

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