Director, Strategic Transaction Advisory & Corporate Finance

FTI Consulting, Inc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting is seeking a Director-level Transaction Services professional to join our London team, bringing extensive post-qualification TS experience to bear on European and global deals.

You will lead mid-size to large data-driven due diligence projects, present findings to senior stakeholders, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff while supporting business development in a fast-paced market.

Qualifications

• Previous significant transactions services consulting experience within one of the 'Big 4' firms.
• Experience with private equity or venture funds on deals over $100m.
• Experience leading delivery of large, multi-geography transactions.
• Strong client-facing presentation of findings to senior stakeholders including PE investors and lenders.
• Experience mentoring teams and developing junior staff.
• European languages are preferred due to cross-border engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of mid-size to large, complex transaction services projects with Director-level accountability.
• Direct communication with clients on key issues related to the FDD engagement.
• Liaise with M&A bankers, lawyers, financing providers and other stakeholders to present findings.
• Identify key value drivers, SPA price adjustments, and deal breakers.
• Oversee and mentor Senior Consultants and Consultants, reviewing their analyses and outputs.
• Support business development and maintain client relationships to identify opportunities.

Skills

Financial modelling

Due diligence

Project leadership

Client communication

Mentoring teams

Business development

M&A knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

2:1 degree in a numeric subject

ACA or MBA

Job description

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

The Transaction Services team at FTI Consulting offer a forward-looking perspective to the fast-paced European and global transactions market. Whether representing buyers or sellers, we offer a comprehensive financial due diligence service leading to value-related advice and hands-on support across a full spectrum of industries.

What You’ll Do

We are looking for a Director level candidate with significant 4-6years post-Qualification TS experience to join our London based Transaction Services team.

Through formal and informal on the job learning, you will develop the skill set to become a leading advisor providing the best industry advice to our clients

• Analysis and modelling of financial performance (past and future) of an acquisition target
• Overall lead responsibility for delivery of mid-size complex projects (direct with Partner) or responsibility for standalone divisions / sections of FDD on larger projects (this will include buy or sell side, refinancing, financial restructuring and equity raising transactions)
• Direct communication with the clients on key issues relating to the FDD engagement
• Direct communication and liaisons with M&A bankers, commercial advisors, lawyers, financing providers, W&I insurers and other relevant parties to the M&A process on appropriate presentation and impact of diligence findings
• Supervision and mentoring of Seniors Consultants and Consultants, taking full responsibility for review of their analysis / sections and being accountable for their outputt
• Identification of key value drivers, SPA price adjustments, and deal breakers
• Full responsibility in preparation of the Equity Bridge and all the corresponding price adjustments
• Business development including regular client catch ups, identification of target opportunities and keeping on top of industry and M&A developments in the marketEffective communication with senior members of the team and clients
• Proactive development of internal and external relationships
  
  

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Previous significant transaction services consulting experience working within one of the ‘Big 4’
• Relevant transaction services experience, consulting either with private equity or venture funds with deals in excess of $100m
• Transaction experience to include due diligence, market entry, financial restructuring, independent business review and business plan validation
• Experience in identification of key deal financial and commercial issues
• Demonstrable experience in leading the delivery of large complex, multi geography transactions, presentation of findings to senior stakeholders including PE investors and lenders and assisting with transaction negotiations with lawyers and investment bankers across EMEA and globally
• Experience in leading, managing and mentoring teams
• Private equity experience (preferred)
• European languages (preferred)
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in a numeric subject from a top tier university
• ACA, MBA or MBA equivalent
  
  

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.