Director, Shareholder Activism and Contested M&A Practice, Disputes and Investigations (Boston) Job at Alvarez & Marsal Disputes and Investigations, LLC in, Boston, MA

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  • Alvarez & Marsal Disputes and Investigations, LLC in
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

Alvarez & Marsal Disputes and Investigations, LLC

Director, Shareholder Activism and Contested M&A Practice, Disputes and Investigations (Finance)

Director, Shareholder Activism and Contested M&A Practice, Disputes and Investigations (Finance)

Description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

Our talent drives our success, resulting in our growing Disputes and Investigations practice becoming one of the most respected in the industry. From the boardroom to the courtroom, the firm delivers a wide array of solutions to contentious situations by drawing on the deep skills, diverse disciplines and experiences of its professionals. We are recognized by Global Arbitration Review as one of the leading firms of independent experts for arbitration and considered a top three firm by Who's Who Legal based on the number of experts across the globe. Our clients include major banks, leading law firms, private equity firms and well-known corporations and upper-mid-sized companies.

How you will contribute

You will be working closely with a team to resolve complex matters that pose a threat or disruption to normal operations for our clients. You will support the team in identifying publicly traded companies that are vulnerable to shareholder activism and undesirable M&A suitors, creating tactical plans to shore up vulnerabilities, develop value creation plans, and perform analyses to deeply understand growth drivers and shareholder sentiment.

You will be helping our clients and their counsel understand and resolve the key driver and financial impacts around their shareholder base, particularly in the health care, transportation and industrials market sectors. Working as a partner to our clients by building trusted relationships you will develop an in-depth understanding of the client, the industry and the case to driver shareholder value, as well as the key investors who are focused on companies in these areas of the market. You will develop and communicate your analyses, findings, and insights to your team. Relying on your initiative and flexibility to deliver results in an agile and collaborative team environment, you will build strong relationships with clients, legal counsel, other advisors, including within other relevant A&M practice groups. An ability and desire to work in a flat organization that values hard work, commitment to the team and high-quality work product are essential. Some of the main responsibilities are:

  • Assisting with compiling, analyzing, and documenting information on a particular company, including its peers, to develop a perspective of the choices available to investors
  • Contributing to the updating of complex financial models and analyses
  • Documenting analyses assumptions, methodologies, and sources of information used
  • Assisting with the drafting of reports and other client deliverables
  • Performing quality control review of reports and other client deliverables
  • Assisting with researching technical and industry specific issues
  • Developing and suggesting solutions to complex problems by thinking outside the box
  • Balancing multiple client projects and other responsibilities
  • Communicating proactively and presenting effectively to all levels of the engagement team

Who will you be working with?

At A&M you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of supportive and motivated professionals that love to share their knowledge and depth of industry experience with others. A&M's Disputes and Investigations practice comprises professionals from a wide range of backgrounds, as well as other practice groups within A&M. We have an inclusive developmental environment where everyone has the opportunity to learn and grow. Our culture is characterized by openness and entrepreneurial thinking, with a foundation of mutual respect and high-quality standards for our work. We strive to remove bureaucracy in favor of recognizing our team through advancement opportunities and a motivating performance-based reward structure.

How will you grow and be supported?

As a Disputes and Investigations Director you will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level by gaining invaluable experience across different industries, sectors, and companies on a variety of interesting and critical projects. Building on your critical thinking skills, you will have the opportunity to develop your research and analysis skills in complex, ambiguous situations. Strengthening your communication skills, you will work to distill your findings into concise, intuitive, and compelling data stories. As part of a team, you will be working closely with our experienced professionals who will provide you with developmental feedback and growth opportunities. You will have the chance to gain exposure to a variety of disputes and investigation projects across an array of clients and over time grow and specialize within the areas that interest you.

We offer competitive benefits and opportunities to suppor t your personal and professional development. Click to learn about our commitment to your well-being . A&M recognizes that our people drive our growth, and you will be provided with the best available training and development resources through formalized and on the job training, as well as networking opportunities with renowned legal and accounting experts. Learn more about why A&M is a great place work .

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics
  • Completion of CFA designation is desirable
  • 5+ years of experience in investment banking, buy or sell side firms, consulting practice
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and FactSet
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Effective interpersonal skills - good team player with the ability to work under pressure
  • Ability and willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule in order to meet client needs
  • Hybrid - Ability to work in a flexible hybrid work arrangement, part time in physical office and remote.
  • Flexibility to travel

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

The salary range is $185,000 - $225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Click here for more information regarding A&M's benefits programs.

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