Director PEPI CDD

Alvarez & Marsal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm known for delivering results across investment lifecycles. This role sits within the Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) practice in London and focuses on leading CDD engagements and growth initiatives for private equity clients.

The successful candidate will manage teams, drive opportunities, and build strong client relationships while upholding A&M's values of integrity and quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in running Commercial Due Diligence (CDD) engagements and growth strategy projects.
• Strong network within the M&A community and ability to identify business opportunities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with confidence presenting to diverse audiences.
• Objective, fact-based approach to problem-solving, with a focus on delivering impactful results.
• Driven by strong values and integrity, leading by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead Commercial Due Diligence (CDD) engagements, including growth strategy projects, managing teams, and leveraging stakeholder relationships to deliver superior results.
• Identify and recognize new project and business opportunities.
• Oversee client engagements and deliverables, ensuring progress, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Develop and innovate service methodologies to drive client success.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, promoting knowledge sharing and research within the team.
• Support recruitment, retention, and development of team members, fostering a collaborative and motivated environment.

Skills

CDD engagements

Growth strategy

M&A network

Written and verbal communication

Problem-solving

Integrity

Job description

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

A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) practice specializes in delivering results across the investment lifecycle for private equity investors and their portfolio companies. The team focuses on operational and commercial due diligence, performance improvement, post-merger integration, and transformation. A&M’s proprietary Rapid Results Program helps quickly assess business process risks and identify key areas that impede performance. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic, collaborative team, leveraging expertise across A&M’s global network to deliver impactful solutions for clients.

How You Will Contribute

• Lead Commercial Due Diligence (CDD) engagements, including growth strategy projects, managing teams, and leveraging stakeholder relationships to deliver superior results.
• Identify and recognize new project and business opportunities.
• Oversee client engagements and deliverables, ensuring progress, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Develop and innovate service methodologies to drive client success.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, promoting knowledge sharing and research within the team.
• Support recruitment, retention, and development of team members, fostering a collaborative and motivated environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in running Commercial Due Diligence (CDD) engagements and growth strategy projects.
• Strong network within the M&A community and ability to identify business opportunities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with confidence in presenting to diverse audiences.
• Objective, fact-based approach to problem‑solving, with a focus on delivering impactful results.
• Driven by strong values and integrity, leading by example.

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.