Private Equity Value Creation Manager, Industrials

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a senior strategic advisor to lead mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring initiatives in the United States. You will analyze market trends, develop frameworks, and guide client decision-making to optimize outcomes in deal-making and post-merger integration.

You will mentor teams, manage client service accounts, and employ financial modeling to identify risks and opportunities, driving value creation across complex engagements and stakeholder conversations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, 4+ years of experience in strategy/ corporate development or related field.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred across a wide range of business/analytic disciplines.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and strategic planning to drive value creation.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning, mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring initiatives.
• Analyze market trends and assess business opportunities to guide client decisions.
• Develop frameworks to optimize client outcomes in deal-making processes.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial modeling

Post-merger integration

Corporate development

Market analysis

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's/MBA preferred

Job description

• Leading strategic planning and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring initiatives
• Analyzing market trends and assessing business opportunities to guide client decision-making
• Developing strategic frameworks to optimize client outcomes in deal‑making processes
• Managing client service accounts and driving engagement workstreams with a focus on value creation
• Mentoring and coaching team members to leverage their strengths and enhance performance
• Utilizing financial modeling and scenario analysis to identify potential risks and opportunities
• Conducting competitive analysis and industry trend analysis to support strategic recommendations
• Collaborating with clients to develop and implement post‑merger integration strategies
• Reviewing and refining business plans to align with client objectives and market conditions
• Facilitating difficult conversations with stakeholders to address conflicts and issues effectively

Requirements

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 4 years of experience
• Preference for a Master's or Masters of Business Administration degree in Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Financial Mathematics/Quantitative Finance, Law/Legal Studies, Mathematics/Statistics, Operations/Supply Chain
• Demonstrating proficiency in financial modeling and analysis
• Utilizing strategic planning skills to drive value creation
• Excelling in post‑merger integration and corporate development
• Leveraging industry trend analysis for competitive advantage
• Managing complex deal structures and acquisition strategies
• Embracing change and innovation in client engagements

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, financial modeling, and post‑merger integration to drive value creation and optimize client outcomes. Proven ability to analyze market trends and manage complex deal structures while mentoring team members for enhanced performance.