David Pace appointed Senior Partner at KPMG Malta

Leading audit, tax and advisory services provider KPMG Malta, has announced a leadership transition, with David Pace taking over as Senior Partner from 1st October 2025, succeeding André Zarb.

With over 20 years of experience Mr Pace has been with KPMG Malta since 2002, and currently leads the firm’s Advisory function. He also heads the Clients and Markets function for the KPMG Islands Group, a regional cluster of more than 3,000 professionals across 11 island locations.

Throughout his career, Mr Pace has advised clients on debt and equity finance, business valuations, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic growth initiatives. He has also supported family businesses, entrepreneurs, and early-stage companies, including through his role as Past Chairperson of the JAYE Malta Foundation.

Commenting on his new role, Mr Pace said: “My priority will be to build on the strong legacy established by my predecessors, focused on our purpose and the value we bring to our clients; listening, understanding, reflecting, and acting to support their growth.”

“Together with our people and leadership team, I am committed to our ambition that KPMG is the most trusted professional services firm for the organisations we serve in Malta and beyond,” he continued.

Outgoing Senior Partner André Zarb led KPMG Malta for nearly three decades, overseeing significant growth across audit, tax and advisory services. He expressed confidence in David Pace’s leadership, highlighting his experience and vision as key to guiding the firm’s next chapter.

“As I step down from the role of Senior Partner, I take great pride in the progress we have made as a firm. I am confident that I leave behind a strong organisation with the foundations for continued success, supported by a talented and committed leadership team,” he said.

He concluded: “I have no doubt that David will build on this momentum and guide KPMG in Malta to even greater achievements.”