KPMG Abogados perspective: strategies and goals
The managing partner of KPMG Abogados, Alberto Estrelles, unveils the firm’s objectives, as well as its vision regarding team expansion and the implementation of cutting-edge technology
by ilaria iaquinta
Leveraging its international network, KPMG Abogados has positioned itself as one of the prominent law firms in Spain. Since its establishment in the country in 1987, the firm has gained extensive experience in all areas of corporate law and terrain, boasting 13 offices in major Spanish cities and a team of over 800 lawyers.
With over seven years of experience leading the Spanish firm and serving as a member of KPMG’s tax and legal leadership committee for EMA, Alberto Estrelles expresses great satisfaction with the consistent and sustained financial growth recorded in recent years. The firm closed the year 2023 with a turnover of €123.26 million (+9% year-on-year), experiencing an 11% increase in turnover over the last five years, showcasing its ability to adapt to a constantly changing and highly competitive market.
Under Estrelles’ leadership, the firm continues to set ambitious short and medium-term goals, including sustained double-digit growth.
In this exclusive interview, the managing partner provides a comprehensive insight into the strategy and objectives of KPMG Abogados, revealing his vision for the future of the firm in an ever-evolving environment.
What were the main factors contributing to the growth of KPMG Abogados and what are the short and medium-term financial goals?
We expect to achieve sustained double-digit growth, expanding service lines and leveraging technology as added value. Continuing to attract and retain the best talent will be a key focus of our roadmap. We have set a significant goal regarding equality. We aim for over 30% of partners to be women. Thus, in this fiscal year, we have promoted five partners, four of whom are women. We believe we are on the right path, and next year we will continue to progress in this direction.
What are the levers to achieve these goals?
Organic growth in areas such as corporate taxation, labour advisory, ESG including environmental taxes, digitalization, AI, and new technologies, corporate and M&A, among others. We also advocate for inorganic growth to strengthen our capabilities, talent attraction and retention, operational excellence together with building trust among stakeholders. Finally, leveraging the advantages of being part of a multidisciplinary firm that offers global solutions and an international network, alongside the most advanced technological tools.
What is the vision regarding team expansion?
Talent is one of our priorities. We not only aim to attract the best but also to develop the potential of our professionals to have an extraordinary team that helps us fulfil the strategic plan for the next three years. We are committed to designing and implementing special talent retention and leadership programs, internal policies that support professionals’ well-being, such as work-life balance and flexibility, as well as continuously improving compensation and working conditions, among others. At the same time, our vision is to continue expanding our service offering, adapting to the market. In that sense, we are open to incorporating talent.
The strengthening of the firm’s presence in the Canary Islands is a significant move. What opportunities and challenges do you identify in this market, and how do you plan to capitalise on them?
