Manager / Assistant Director , Transaction Advisory Group (Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) S[...]

Alvarez & Marsal; Paris; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Alvarez & Marsal's Paris-based SPA Services team seeks a Manager/Assistant Director to provide expert SPA advisory across EMEA. You will guide pre‑closing and post‑closing analyses, support negotiations, and comment on pricing mechanics and related accounting clauses for buyers and sellers.

Fluency in English and French, strong writing skills, and ICAEW/ACA/CPA or equivalent qualifications are highly preferred in this fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SPA Advisory.
• Excellent writing and language ability to comment on SPAs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong academic record with ICAEW/ACA/CPA or equivalent.

Responsabilités

• Provide expert advice on the SPA before signing/closing, including pre-deal analysis, negotiation support, and completion mechanism memos.
• Advise on adjustments between Enterprise Value and Equity Value and craft arguments for buy/sell positions.
• Comment on pricing, representations, warranties, and accounting-related clauses in SPAs.
• Assist buyers/sellers post-closing with price adjustment mechanisms and related accounts.

Connaissances

SPA advisory

Financial analysis

Negotiation support

English fluency

French fluency

Formation

ICAEW/ACA/CPA

Description du poste

Manager / Assistant Director, Transaction Advisory Group (Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) Services)

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action‑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.

Sale And Purchase Agreement (SPA) Services Team

We are seeking a Manager / Assistant Director to join our dynamic and experienced EMEA SPA team in Paris. You would be joining our single EMEA SPA team, whose members are based across EMEA and provide SPA services to clients across all geographies. Our EMEA SPA team works alongside our award‑winning Transaction Advisory Group team, the largest such practice outside the Big Four. Our mission is to provide comprehensive advice throughout the mergers and acquisitions lifecycle to create value for buyers and sellers by enhancing their deal negotiation, optimising the purchase price, and expediting deal closures.

Responsibilities

• Pre‑Closing: Provide expert advice on the SPA before signing/closing, including strategic support to buyers and sellers on pre‑deal analysis and negotiation aspects, assessment of the financial advantages of pricing mechanisms, identification of key cash and debt‑like items, and preparation of completion mechanism memos.
• Assist buyers and sellers in considering adjustments between Enterprise Value and Equity Value, and in formulating compelling arguments and counterarguments to justify proposed approaches in preparation for the negotiation.
• Advise on the financial and accounting aspects of SPAs, providing commentary on pricing and adjustment mechanisms, relevant representations and warranties, and any other accounting‑related clauses and schedules related to the locked box or completion accounts and/or earn‑out.
• Post‑Closing: Provide assistance to buyers or sellers on post‑closing price adjustment mechanisms including completion accounts or earn‑out accounts or leakage reviews, ensuring that value is either protected or generated through effective execution of the relevant mechanisms in the SPA.

How You Will Contribute

• Advisory Services: Provide expert advice on the financial and strategic implications of sale and purchase agreements.
• Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence procedures to identify potential risks and opportunities on the transaction price.
• Negotiation Support: Assist clients in negotiating financial terms and conditions of the purchase price and SPAs.
• Financial Analysis and Testing: Perform detailed financial analysis and testing to support transaction and purchase price decisions.
• Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions related to the purchase price and SPA.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to ensure comprehensive service delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SPA Advisory.
• Excellent writing and language ability, to effectively comment on SPAs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• A strong academic record and professional qualifications such as ICAEW, ACA, CPA, or equivalent are preferred.
• Fluent business‑level English & French are essential. Additional European language skills including German, Dutch, Swedish, Italian, or Spanish are highly desirable.

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.