Director, Business Transformation

Kroll; München; On-site; EUR 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Kroll in Munich or Frankfurt as a Director to lead high-impact Business Transformation engagements across Europe. You will work with C-Suite executives, management teams and investors, shaping strategies and driving measurable outcomes while growing our practice through client relationships and new engagements.

This role blends client leadership, business development and entrepreneurial responsibility with hands-on strategic, operational and financial transformations.

Qualifications

• Strong academic record in business, economics or engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years’ relevant professional experience including management consulting.
• Proven experience in leading complex transformation engagements.
• Experience with C-Suite executives and senior management teams.
• Business development, project acquisition and proposal development experience.
• Willingness to travel.
• Fluent in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Advise C-Suite executives, senior management teams and investors on complex transformation programmes.
• Lead origination and acquisition of new engagements, developing tailored solutions.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior clients; act as advisor throughout programmes.
• Lead complex projects with high responsibility; ensure high-quality delivery and measurable impact.
• Define project scope, governance and provide senior oversight.
• Present recommendations to C-Suite and represent Kroll as SME.
• Support strategic development of the Business Transformation practice.
• Contribute to market positioning through business development and thought leadership.
• Lead, coach and develop project teams; collaborate across Kroll on opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

C-Suite stakeholder engagement

Business development

Strategy & transformation

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in business/economics/engineering

Job description

Our newly founded Business Transformation practice combines our expertise in the areas of strategy, performance improvement, finance and transformation management. We focus on evaluating and developing new business models, identifying new ways for top line growth, designing organisational structures, optimizing operational processes and developing new production or network footprints. We support our clients in company-wide transformations from analysis and concept development through implementation and often remain trusted advisors even after the project has ended. Typical clients include large and mid-size corporates, private equity houses, creditors, and hedge funds.

We are currently seeking an ambitious and experienced candidate to join our Munich or Frankfurt office as a Director. You will play a key role in leading complex Business Transformation engagements across Europe, developing senior client relationships and supporting the continued growth of our Business Transformation practice.

This is a unique opportunity to combine client leadership, business development and entrepreneurial responsibility with hands-on involvement in strategic, operational and financial transformations. You will work closely with C-Suite executives, management teams and investors, while contributing to the development of our offering, team and market presence.

Responsibilities

• Advise C-Suite executives, senior management teams and investors on complex and high-impact transformation programmes
• Lead the origination and acquisition of new engagements, identifying client needs and developing tailored solutions and project approaches
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior clients, acting as a key advisor throughout transformation programmes and beyond
• Lead complex projects and workstreams with a high degree of responsibility, ensuring high-quality delivery and measurable impact for our clients
• Define project scope, structure and governance and provide senior oversight throughout project execution
• Present recommendations and project results to C-Suite and senior stakeholders and represent Kroll as a subject matter expert
• Support the strategic development and growth of the Business Transformation practice, including the development of new consulting products, propositions and go-to-market initiatives
• Contribute to the positioning of Kroll in the market through business development, thought leadership and marketing activities
• Lead, coach and develop project teams, supporting junior and senior colleagues in their professional and career development
• Work closely with colleagues across Kroll to identify and develop cross-functional and cross-border opportunities

Requirements

• A very good academic record, preferably with a major in business, economics or engineering
• A minimum of 8 years’ relevant professional experience, including significant experience in management consulting
• Proven experience in leading complex transformation engagements in the areas of strategy, organisation, operations, performance improvement or related disciplines
• Strong track record of working directly with C-Suite executives and senior management teams
• Demonstrable experience in business development, project acquisition and proposal development, ideally with an established network in the German market
• Strong commercial mindset and the ability to identify and develop new business opportunities
• Strong financial knowledge and understanding of financial statements and key business performance drivers
• Proven leadership capabilities and experience in managing and developing high-performing teams
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear and actionable recommendations
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Fluent in German and English
• Highly self-motivated, entrepreneurial and able to operate effectively in a dynamic and collaborative environment
• Willingness to travel

Our Offer

• Unlock your potential: Experience a steep learning curve and take the next step in your leadership career. Kroll offers individual development and career opportunities within an international environment.
• Advise at the highest level: Work closely with C-Suite executives, management teams and investors on some of their most critical strategic and operational challenges.
• Become an entrepreneur: Take an active role in building and growing our Business Transformation practice by developing client relationships, originating new engagements and shaping our market offering.
• Be a leader: Lead complex consulting engagements, develop high-performing teams and take responsibility for the professional development of colleagues. We also offer interim management opportunities in companies to our senior colleagues.
• Work internationally: With Kroll’s international presence, our Business Transformation practice gives you the opportunity to lead projects across Europe and collaborate with colleagues and clients from different cultures and markets.
• Shape the practice and our culture: Become part of our unique team spirit and actively contribute to how we develop our practice and company culture. You will benefit from short and pragmatic decision-making paired with strategic and long-term thinking.
• Be fairly compensated: You will receive a competitive compensation package at top level, including an annual performance-related bonus.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions, Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients' value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

Kroll is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, and recruits people based on merit.