Overview:

At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

The Chief Economist and team sit within Business Enablement Services (BES) and serve as the firm’s hub for timely, data-driven macroeconomic insight. We translate economic and market developments into clear perspectives for clients, partners, and internal leaders—strengthening the firm’s profile and delivering thought leadership on the issues shaping Canada and the global economy.

The Economist will help deliver forward-looking economic modelling, forecasting, and thematic research that informs clients, stakeholders, and the broader public conversation. Working closely with Senior Economists and the Chief Economist, the position will turn complex analysis into clear insights and compelling materials—supporting presentations, publications, and client engagements.

What you will do:

• Deliver thematic macroeconomic research and forecasts for the Canadian and global economies, using data analysis and modelling to develop and refresh client-, partner-, and media-facing reports.
• Maintain and enhance economic datasets, models, and research tools to enable repeatable analysis, knowledge sharing, and continuity across projects.
• Provide timely economic input to support client engagements and firm priorities, responding to requests from senior leadership and partners with clear, actionable analysis.
• Continuously build your toolkit by staying current on leading data sources and methods (including Statistics Canada products), research methodologies, and the practical application of AI in economic research.
• Communicate KPMG Economics perspectives through clear internal presentations and materials that enable consistent messaging and informed decision-making.

What you bring to the role:

• Undergraduate degree in Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field; a Master’s or PhD in Economics is considered an asset.
• 1–5 years of experience in an analytical or research role—ideally within a central bank, government or multilateral institution, think tank, professional service firm, or a private financial institution.
• Understanding of macroeconomic frameworks and strong intuition for economic dynamics.
• Confident communicator and interest in learning how to communicate economic ideas to a business audience.
• Strong interest in building and learning macroeconomic and quantitative models, with a willingness to continuously develop technical skills.
• Hands-on interest and proficiency with AI-enabled tools and workflows for economic research
• Comfortable working in a small, agile team environment—bringing a constructive, solutions-oriented mindset and collaborating effectively across stakeholders
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $87,500 to $130,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way:

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage

We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.