Restructuring 2026 Graduate Program

Join KordaMentha where you can make a real difference from day one.

Each year, we recruit a select number of bright, well-rounded graduates, and students in their final year of their degree, to start their journey with us. Become part of a unique, creative and entrepreneurial team that works together to solve our clients' most complex commercial problems. Moving beyond a standard approach, be supported in asking the 'what if…?' and 'why not…?' questions required to find bold, new ways to help our clients grow, protect and recover value.

Through our award-winning graduate program, customise your career pathway. Forget the standard rotational program and start immediately in one of our specialist areas. With opportunities to work on interesting and varied engagements, all doors are open to help you shape your journey. Experience tailored support, expert mentoring, study assistance and training and the freedom to achieve your career goals.

Thrive in an environment where respect, well-being, inclusion and integrity are central. You will join a supportive team, committed to enhancing diversity and celebrating differences. Through regular events and activities, you will foster connections and have opportunities to make a positive impact in your community.

Whatever your passion, create your career path with KordaMentha.

Applications are now open to join our Restructuring team for the 2026 Graduate Program intake.

Companies in financial distress engage KordaMentha to urgently restructure and stabilise their businesses, protecting not only monetary value at risk but also their reputation and social licence, and those of their key stakeholders. Our Restructuring group has managed many of the most complex corporate and government restructures in the Asia-Pacific region. Our notable projects include appointments over Network Ten, Arrium, FTX, Scott's Refrigerated Logistics, Grocon, and Ansett Australia, and advising Bain on its acquisition of Virgin Airlines. We also support governments to make the challenging strategic decisions that shape our future and help them to solve the most complex and difficult of problems.

Working alongside our Restructuring specialists, this is your opportunity to learn how we look beyond the numbers, taking bold and creative steps to protect and recover value, providing stability and direction in times of crisis. Under expert mentorship, gain valuable experience across independent business reviews, cash flow monitoring and forecasting, restructuring, financial and strategic advisory and formal insolvency appointments. Make a real impact as, together, we solve our clients most pressing transactional and commercial challenges.

We have opportunities across our various offices, so please indicate (from the listed options) which city you are interested in.

What you'll be doing

As a graduate in our restructuring team, you'll get to work in creative project teams to manage Australia's largest and most complex corporate restructures, receiverships, administrations and liquidations. While no two days will be the same, you can expect to:

• collaborate onsite with a team managing the daily operations of distressed businesses
• handle creditor enquires and engage key stakeholders through the insolvency process
• assist in executing sale transactions for businesses and assets
• conduct financial analysis and prepare reports for lenders, regulators and businesses
• develop cash flow forecasts and financial models
• participate in business development and marketing activities
• research new opportunities by analysing financial and market information and reporting findings to Partners

But it's not all about work. You'll be given a buddy to help you navigate office life as you settle in. You'll choose a mentor who will help guide your career. We host regular events and activities, bringing together our close-knit team in a friendly and relaxed environment so you can get to know the people behind the professionals. You'll also become a member of Accelerate, our young professionals networking group. 

You can also make a positive difference in your community through regular charity and industry events. Whether it's volunteering at local food rescue venues or participating in a stair challenge or bike rides to raise money for children's charities, you can get involved and give back.

You will be a recent graduate or student in your final year of study and will have: 

• an accounting or finance degree
• empathy and integrity
• strong problem solving and negotiating skills
• excellent analytical, technical and communication skills
• an ability to think outside-the-box
• strong interpersonal qualities
• a focus on delivering excellent client service
• strong academic results
• some prior work experience
• eligibility to live and work in Australia (Australian citizens and permanent residents only)

Applications close: 11:59pm Friday 5th September 2025.

Please note we are using AI detection software for all application questions.

At KordaMentha, we believe there is strength in difference. Our entrepreneurial spirit expands the possibilities for action. We approach situations, challenges, and opportunities with optimism, curiosity, and diversity of thought. We seek novel solutions to problems and encourage unconventional and innovative approaches. 

Our team's diverse skillsets, backgrounds and experiences fuel KordaMentha's different mindset. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, recognising that talent and potential extend beyond traditional qualifications. Our selection process values diverse perspectives and considers each applicant's unique strengths and capabilities.