At KordaMentha we provide the opportunity to work on interesting and varied engagements where no two days are
the same. Sure, this is often said, but as an important member of a smaller sharply-focused team you get to be more than just a drop in the ocean.
When you join us as a graduate or vacationer, you’ll immediately become part of a unique, creative and entrepreneurial team that works together to solve complex business problems. You’ll be given the opportunity to engage in a supportive environment where you’re encouraged to ask ‘what if...?’ and ‘why not...?’ to find new ways to help clients grow, protect and recover value. Best of all, you’ll learn from a diverse group of people while we invest in your study and training.
But it’s not all about work. That’d make things way too dry. We host regular events and activities, bringing together our close knit team in a friendly and relaxed environment where you can have a few laughs and get to better know the people behind the professionals. You’ll also have the opportunity to make a positive difference in your community through regular charity and industry events and our community leave days.
There are two types of programs – a Vacationer Program if you’re in your second last year and a Graduate Program if you’ve already done most of the hard yards and are in your final year close to the finishing line.
Each year, we recruit a select number of bright, well‑rounded graduates and students in the final year of their degrees for our award‑winning graduate program. We also look for high-performing students in their second to last year for a four or eight-week work placement through our vacationer program which runs during the summer university break.
Rather than run the standard-type of the rotational program, we recruit graduates and vacationers directly into one of our specialist areas below based on your interests, skills and field of study. This way you can sink your teeth into your chosen career sooner. Life’s short – make bigger waves, earlier!
Our Restructuring group works with companies in financial distress – to restructure and stabilise the business or to recover value on behalf of stakeholders. Within our Restructuring group, you’ll work in creative project teams to manage Australia’s largest and most complex corporate restructures, receiverships, administrations and liquidations.
Our specialist Real Estate group advises on, developing and transacting real estate – their own, their clients and in conjunction with joint venture partners. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of property assets and will learn advanced property fundamentals from a passionate team with backgrounds in property development, sales, contract administration, funds management and investment portfolios.
Our Forensic group uncover, analyse and clarify facts at the centre of disputes, investigations and other sensitive matters. They are one of the largest teams of forensic investigators and forensic accountants in Asia-Pacific and are regularly called on to provide evidence in sensitive, high profile disputes and investigations. Within our Forensic group, you’ll have the opportunity to be involved in complex, challenging and often high-profile projects involving forensic accounting, investigations and data analytics. Learn from the sharpest minds in the industry!
Our Forensic Technology group help to identify, preserve, analyse and present electronic evidence to assist in investigations and disputes. Whether it be personal computers, computer servers or even mobile phones, they identify the facts. You’ll work as part of a diverse team and learn the specialist skills and methodologies to become an expert in digital forensics and forensic discovery.
We help clients navigate the complexities of Australia’s financial crime regimes to ensure businesses understand what they need to do to protect the community against financial crimes. We believe the key to financial crime risk management and compliance is having a clear strategy and access to expert advice. KordaMentha partners with its clients to manage financial crime risk, undertake compliance reviews, provide advice and conduct investigations into alleged breaches.
We ask for your resume, cover letter, academic transcript and a few application questions. We would love to hear why you are interested in KordaMentha and why you'd like to work with us.
Our Restructuring teams hold an assessment centre where we bring together a small group of candidates to participate in interviews and a group activity. It's a great chance to show us your teamwork and communication skills, as well as your analytical ability. You will also get the opportunity to meet some of our team. Our Data Analytics, Forensic, Forensic Technology, Financial Crime, Performance Improvement and Real Estate teams prefer face to face interviews.
If you are successful from the assessment centre, you will be invited to attend a final interview, which is usually held with a partner.
We may request some roles to complete an OPQ personality questionnaire. You will be invited to complete this if you progress to the partner interview.
Congratulations! You have been successful, and we'd love you to join the team. You will be sent an employment contract to review.
Think beyond – think KordaMentha
Throughout your chosen career pathway we’ll help you make the most of your potential. You’ll get tailored support, expert mentoring, the opportunity to give back to your community and the freedom to achieve in a flexible manner. And just as how we grow, protect and recover value for our clients, we place great value on your health and wellbeing. Not only do we invest in your study and training, we also get to know who really you are and the strengths you bring to us. Respect, inclusion and integrity truly are at the heart of everything we do and how we treat each other, whether senior exec or soon-to-be grad.
So get with the flow – and help direct that flow for positive change!
But first take a look at the range of what we offer you:
Go beyond the classroom with ongoing learning and development. You will receive expert mentorship to support your career progression and access educational opportunities through the KordaMentha Business School and customised in-house training programs.
We work flexibly. From day to day, you may work on a client site, in one of our offices or at home. You will be supported to find the right work-life balance to suit the firm’s goals and your own.
The opportunities are widespread. You can take advantage of our reach across Asia-Pacific with roles based in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Townsville, Perth, Singapore or Jakarta. From time to time, you may also travel between offices or client sites.
Your health and well-being are paramount. Engage with a workplace culture and activities incorporating physical activity, social connectedness and mental health. You will be supported to feel and be your best through a range of initiatives focused on holistic wellbeing.
We believe in giving back. You will work on meaningful projects that make a real difference to our clients and their communities. You can also give back to your community through our range of charity initiatives, fundraising activities and volunteer leave.
Tailor your time off. On top of your regular annual leave entitlements, you can purchase up to another three weeks of annual leave each year. Additionally, access volunteer leave and a generous parental leave program to enhance your work-life balance.
Be rewarded with competitive salaries (annually reviewed against benchmarks and market trends) and a generous performance bonus scheme. You can also access a range of salary sacrifice options, plus generous travel and telecommunications discounts.