KPMG ramps up grad recruitment numbers

Graduate intake is jumping by 25% at KPMG this September.

The firm will recruit 760 grads, up from 600, who will move into its audit and advisory practices.

The increase takes it up to its 2008 level (750), having peaked in 2007 at 900.

Including summer interns the firm will take on 900 this year.

"We are starting to see signs of optimism in the marketplace, and an increased demand from clients for our services," said COO Richard Bennison.