(Senior) Manager, Strategy & Transformation

AURELIUS; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AURELIUS is seeking leaders to join the Benelux operations to drive the reorganization of portfolio companies after acquisitions. The role focuses on developing and executing transformation plans to maximize long-term value, with hands-on leadership across projects from inception to implementation.

You will collaborate with management teams and spend about 12 months on-site, driving competitiveness and profitability across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Degree in business administration, finance, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in either consulting or industry.
• Expertise in restructuring and operations with lead experience on teams or projects.
• Genuine interest in private equity; passion for growth and change.
• Analytical, results-driven, responsible, collaborative, and entrepreneurial.

Responsibilities

• Reorganize and restructure portfolio companies after acquisitions by AURELIUS.
• Develop and execute comprehensive transformation and restructuring plans to maximize value.
• Collaborate with management teams to enhance competitiveness and profitability.
• Lead projects from inception to implementation; typically ~12 months on site.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance or engineering

Job description

AURELIUS is a global alternative investor, distinguished and widely recognised for its operational approach. It focuses on private markets, in particular Private Equity and Private Debt. Its key investment platforms include AURELIUS Opportunities V, AURELIUS European Opportunities IV, AUR Portfolio III and AURELIUS Growth Investments (Wachstumskapital). AURELIUS has been growing significantly in recent years, especially expanding its global footprint, and today employs more than 400 professionals in 10 offices spanning Europe, North America and Asia.

AURELIUS is driven by a spirit of entrepreneurship, with a collegiate hands-on approach to complex projects. We are motivated, open, fun, and operate as a team of equals.

Create impact with passion!

As we continue to expand our Benelux operations, we are seeking leaders to join us as

What you’ll do

In this role, you will play a crucial part in the reorganization and restructuring of our portfolio companies following an acquisition by AURELIUS. Collaborating closely with the existing management team, your primary focus will be to develop and execute comprehensive transformation and restructuring plans that maximize the long-term value of each firm.

This position offers a unique blend of strategic and hands-on responsibilities, allowing you to lead and contribute to a range of captivating projects from inception to successful implementation. Typically spending 12 months on site, you will actively drive the enhancement of competitiveness and profitability for our portfolio companies.

What you’ll need:

• Degree in business administration, finance, engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in either consulting or industry
• Expertise in restructuring and operations, with a proven track record in leading teams or projects
• Genuine interest in the private equity industry, showcasing your passion for driving growth and delivering exceptional change
• Analytical thinking, a results-oriented personality, a well-developed sense of responsibility, and a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration
• Excellent communication skills and an entrepreneurial spirit

If you are seeking an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within the private equity sector, while working alongside a team of nearly 100 in-house operating taskforce experts, we invite you to apply. Take the next step in your career by joining AURELIUS Group today. Together, we will unlock the true potential of our portfolio companies.