Private Equity Transformation Associate

Alvarez & Marsal; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is seeking an Associate within the Operations Group/Transformation Services to deliver large, complex client engagements for private equity portfolio companies. The role involves designing and implementing performance-improvement plans, reducing costs, and driving EBITDA improvements across multiple functions.

You will work with PE leadership to identify opportunities, structure plans, and manage initiatives end-to-end, with hands-on project execution and exposure to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Structure a performance improvement plan and manage the process through to completion on client engagements.
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost structures by reorganizing leadership, staffing, and back‑office functions.
• Synthesize data and insights to improve EBITDA and operating efficiency.
• Develop findings and strategic recommendations for portfolio companies.
• Hands‑on experience in areas like margin management, sales & operations planning, supply chain, and process improvement.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is seeking an Associate within the Operations Group/Transformation Services to deliver large, complex client engagements for private equity portfolio companies. The role involves designing and implementing performance-improvement plans, reducing costs, and driving EBITDA improvements across multiple functions.

You will work with PE leadership to identify opportunities, structure plans, and manage initiatives end-to-end, with hands-on project execution and exposure to