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KPMG Interview Questions & Process
Quick answer
KPMG interviews run from online assessments and a job simulation to its 'Launch Pad' final assessment with a values-based interview. The process spans audit, tax, deal advisory, consulting and technology, assessing aptitude, motivation and alignment with KPMG's values. Most graduate routes fund a professional qualification.
About KPMG
KPMG is a Big Four firm and major recruiter across audit, tax, advisory and technology. Its Launch Pad process aims for fast decisions, assessing values, aptitude and commercial awareness, with qualification funding on most graduate routes.
What they assess
The KPMG interview process
| Stage | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Online application | Application and role selection. |
| Online assessments | Aptitude and behavioural/situational assessments. |
| Job simulation | A realistic preview exercise for the role. |
| Launch Pad | Final assessment day with exercises and a values-based interview. |
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KPMG interview questions
- 1Why KPMG, and why this area?
- 2Tell me about a time you delivered under pressure.
- 3How do you build relationships with stakeholders?
- 4Describe a time you showed integrity or courage.
- 5Work through this business scenario.
- 6How do you stay commercially aware?
How to prepare for a KPMG interview
- Map answers to KPMG's values.
- Prepare commercial awareness examples.
- Be ready for a fast process with quick decisions.
- Research your specific service line.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Generic motivation.
- No commercial awareness.
- Weak values alignment.
- Under-preparing for Launch Pad exercises.
Frequently asked questions
What is KPMG's Launch Pad?
KPMG's final-stage assessment day, designed to give faster decisions through exercises and a values-based interview.
Does KPMG fund professional qualifications?
Yes — most KPMG graduate routes fund a chartered qualification such as the ACA, with study leave.
What does KPMG assess?
Aptitude, motivation, commercial awareness and alignment with KPMG's values of integrity, excellence, courage, togetherness and 'for better'.
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