Senior Director, Shareholder Activism & Equity Strategy

Alvarez & Marsal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal seeks a Senior Director to lead engagements with C-suite executives and boards, delivering investor-focused capital markets strategies and credible market perspectives. You will guide defenses and preparedness for activist scenarios and help shape equity strategy across multiple industries.

You will drive client engagements, grow the practice, mentor junior talent, and collaborate across teams to deliver value. Travel and senior-level client exposure are expected in this role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in institutional investing, equity research, investment banking, or capital markets advisory.
• Expertise in equity analysis, valuation, and investor dynamics.
• Credible engagement with C-suite executives and boards on capital markets strategy.
• Experience with shareholder activism, proxy contests, or contested M&A.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagements with C-suite executives and boards on capital markets challenges and strategies.
• Provide investor perspective to defend or strengthen equity value amid market events.
• Collaborate with clients and advisors to develop and communicate strategic capital plans.

Skills

Capital markets expertise

Investor relations

Financial modeling

Excel

PowerPoint

Verbal communication

Written communication

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

CFA designation

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

FactSet

Bloomberg

CapIQ

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal seeks a Senior Director to lead engagements with C-suite executives and boards, delivering investor-focused capital markets strategies and credible market perspectives. You will guide defenses and preparedness for activist scenarios and help shape equity strategy across multiple industries.

You will drive client engagements, grow the practice, mentor junior talent, and collaborate across teams to deliver value. Travel and senior-level client exposure are expected in this role.