Graduate Associate, Restructuring, Corporate Finance

FTI Consulting, Inc; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting, Inc. invites graduates to join its Turnaround & Restructuring practice in the Netherlands.

You will work with a team to assess financial distress, analyze liquidity, and develop restructuring options for a diverse client base across the Benelux region and beyond. You will build detailed financial models and participate in operational and stakeholder management activities, gaining exposure to high-stakes engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Financial Economics, Accounting or related field.
• Graduating with a degree, master’s or PhD in 2026 or 2027.
• Fluency in English and Dutch (Advanced).
• Excel and data skills including financial modelling and scenario analyses.
• Internship experience in a relevant field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a highly skilled team to assess financial distress situations and liquidity challenges.
• Collaborate with clients across the Benelux and internationally.
• Build and analyze cash flow forecasts and financial models for restructuring scenarios.
• Assist in cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Support stakeholder communications and decision-making during financial restructuring.

Skills

English proficiency

Dutch proficiency

Excel

Financial modelling

Internship experience

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Finance/Business Administration/Financial Economics/Accounting

Tools

Excel

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.

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

Our office in The Netherlands has three core practices, being Business Transformation, Turnaround & Restructuring and Transaction Services. Each practice delivers specialized expertise to address our client’s most pressing challenges and needs. At this moment, we are looking for graduates to join and further strengthen our Turnaround & Restructuring practice outlined below. Here you will have the opportunity to work in a team of professionals on complex, high-stakes engagements, supporting our clients in assessing the financial situation, determining the options available and finding solutions going forward.

Turnaround & Restructuring

In our Turnaround & Restructuring practice, we support companies facing challenging financial circumstances with a skilled, experienced and hands-on team. We are there to help our clients when it really matters, and the sense of urgency is high. For example, we support companies or its key stakeholders with business reviews, option assessments, stakeholder management and even full restructuring support including execution support, both from a financial and an operational perspective. We work for a broad range of clients; C-level management, shareholders (including private equity), banks and debt funds. We make a difference with our pragmatic approach and a team of experienced entrepreneurial professionals.

What You’ll Do

• Work as part of a highly skilled team to assess financial distress situations, identify liquidity challenges, analyze capital structures, conduct Independent Business Reviews (IBRs) and identify & develop restructuring solutions.
• Work with clients directly across industries, primarily located in the Benelux and often operating internationally, allowing you to develop a broad experience and propel your learning.
• Build and analyze detailed cash flow forecasts to evaluate short-term liquidity needs and funding requirements, next to more complex financial models to assess various restructuring scenarios going forward and related debt capacity analyses.
• Assist in operational restructuring analyses by identifying cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Assist in preparing and executing stakeholder management with creditors, lenders, and other stakeholders during financial restructuring processes. and
• Support in preparing clear, concise reports and presentations that communicate complex financial situations to diverse stakeholders.
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How You’ll Grow

We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, and self-guided professional development courses. 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. In addition, a buddy will help integrate you into the team and act as a first point of contact for questions. If you join us, 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’ll Need to Succeed

Basic qualifications

• Bachelor and Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Financial Economics, Accounting & Financial Management, or a related field
• Graduating with a degree, master’s or PhD in 2027 or have graduated in 2026
• Fluency in both English and Dutch language is required (Advanced)
• Excel / Data skills including financial modelling and scenario analyses
• Ideally previous work experience in form of Internships in a relevant field

Preferred qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex (financial) data and attention for detail
• Natural curiosity and drive to understand root causes behind business challenges and financials
• Comfortable in working in a fast-paced environment, with tight deadlines and flexible working attitude
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team
• Interest in corporate restructuring, distressed situations and turnaround management

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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.