About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. 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
This role sits within the EMEA Corporate Transformation Services (CTS) team, which advises clients on improving profitability, managing crises, and driving sustainable operational and financial performance improvements. The CTS team supports clients across various sectors, for example automotive, chemicals, manufacturing, retail, tech, consumer, working with upper medium-sized businesses and international corporations.
Within CTS, the Deals team focuses on M&A-related transformation situations, supporting clients throughout acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs and post-merger integrations. We combine deep transformation expertise with hands-on execution capabilities to help clients realize value before, during and after transactions.
How you will contribute
As Director (f/m/d), Deals you will manage the following key responsibilities, supported by the European Corporate Transformation Services team:
- Project Leadership – lead teams in transaction-related transformation projects, collaborating closely with client stakeholders, investors and advisors to ensure successful execution and measurable results.
- Portfolio Measures – identify, develop and evaluate strategic portfolio options in buy-side and sell-side situations, including acquisitions, divestitures and corporate reorganizations.
- Carve-out & Separation Management – lead clients and project teams through complex carve-out situations, including separation planning, Day-1 readiness, TSA management, TSA exit planning and standalone operating model implementation.
- Post-Merger Integration – support and lead integration programs, including synergy identification and capture, integration roadmap development, governance structures and integration management office activities.
- Strategic Portfolio Transformation – advise Boards, C-suite executives and shareholders on portfolio optimization, capital allocation decisions and value creation opportunities arising from transaction and transformation initiatives.
Qualifications
- An excellent university degree and well-developed analytical skills;
- Several years of experience in a leading international consultancy, additional relevant industry experience is highly valued;
- In-depth knowledge of transformation projects with a focus on M&A, carve-outs, post-merger integration, restructuring and/or value creation programs;
- Demonstrated experience leading complex workstreams and advising senior management, Boards or investors in transaction-related environments;
- Goal-oriented mindset, with a focus on achieving results, charismatic personality;
- Collaborative and confident working style, combined with excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- Native or business fluent in German and English; proficiency in additional languages is highly desirable.
Your journey at A&M
We recognise 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 prioritise 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.
At Alvarez & Marsal, our core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity guide everything we do, shaping a culture rooted in entrepreneurship, impact, and integrity. We trust our people to take ownership early, contribute to meaningful challenges, and drive results that matter. We empower growth and champion diverse perspectives. Above all, we value doing the right thing. For those ready to roll up their sleeves, lead with integrity, and be difference makers, this is where it starts.
It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.
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