Analyst, Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)

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Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

The KPMG Nigeria Graduate Trainee Programme is for graduates who are curious about how organisations grow, how strategy turns into execution and how ideas create real-world impact.

From day one, you will be part of a firm that values learning, collaboration and excellence. You will work alongside experienced professionals, gain exposure to complex business challenges and develop skills that will accelerate your career far beyond the classroom. At KPMG, we do not just talk about impact, we expect you to create it.

As a graduate trainee, you will contribute to client engagements that shape critical decisions across industries. Your work will support leaders as they navigate uncertainty, respond to disruption and build organisations that are fit for the future. In doing so, you will develop commercial insight, structured problem-solving skills and the confidence to operate in high-stakes environments.

As you apply, we encourage you to consider which business area is best aligned with your qualification, interest, and passion as well as feed your curiosity, work with the best on emerging practices and technologies, and gain an advantage for life. 

We are looking for graduates who think clearly, communicate confidently and are motivated by challenge and continuous growth. If you are driven to learn, ready to stretch yourself and eager to work on problems that matter, this programme is for you.

N.B - Please note that multiple applications will be disqualified.

Requirements

You’re an ideal candidate if you meet the following criteria:

• Hold a minimum of a Second-Class Upper Division from a recognised university
• Hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline 
• Have at least 5 O’ Level credits, including English and Mathematics
• Law graduates must have a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division in first degree and Law School
• Are under 28 years old at the time of application
• Have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme
• Demonstrate excellent research and writing skills
• Exhibit strong communication and presentation abilities
• Possess exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Are proficient in tools such as PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI, and similar applications
• Have not taken the KPMG aptitude test within the last 12 months

Successful candidates will resume Training School in September 2026, ahead of the new financial year (FY27), beginning 1 October 2026.

About Company

KPMG Professional Services

https://home.kpmg.com/ng

KPMG Professional Services and KPMG Advisory Services are the KPMG member firm in Nigeria. The partners and people have been operating in Nigeria since 1978, providing multidisciplinary professional services to both local and international organisations within the Nigerian business community. Our vision is to build and sustain our reputation as the best firm to work with by ensuring our people, clients and communities achieve their full potential. At KPMG, we are committed to working with our clients to cut through complexities of the business world; finding solutions and adding value. Our combination of international and local market knowledge and perspective give us an edge in the professional services industry in Nigeria. This combination enables the Nigerian practice to add real value by developing strategies that give the firms clients a distinct edge over their competitors. As one of the leading providers of professional services, KPMG knows that the success and growth of the firm also depends on the success and growth of the Nigerian economy. Hence, it champions progressive change and makes the future happen for its clients, people and the community, thereby enabling Nigeria success. The firm is involved in the formulation of economic policies for Nigeria through the Nigerian Economic Summit Group. The firm has a full complement of 59 partners and over 1,500 trained and dedicated professional staff; with deep industry skills and competencies in audit, tax and advisory services. KPMG has worked for clients in the public and private sec tor in Nigeria and in several other countries, helping to transform business performance and operations.