Senior Director - Strategic Turnaround & Restructuring

Ankura; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in Chicago is seeking a Senior Director for their Turnaround & Restructuring team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in restructuring and distressed environments. Responsibilities include leading complex analyses and guiding teams to deliver client-ready documentation. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a proactive approach to project management. A hybrid work model is in place, with travel requirements due to client demands.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant restructuring / distressed experience in a professional service or consulting firm environment.
• Proven track record of effectively planning for and proactively mitigating risks on projects.
• Ability to adapt to complex client environments and situations.

Responsibilities

• Leads the review and provides guidance on complex analyses.
• Supervises and manages teams working directly with clients.
• Prepares and supervises deliverables including identifying and writing issues.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Undergraduate degree from a top academic institution

Advanced degree(s) and applicable certifications (CFA, CIRA, CPA)

Tools

Financial modeling tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A leading advisory firm in Chicago is seeking a Senior Director for their Turnaround & Restructuring team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in restructuring and distressed environments. Responsibilities include leading complex analyses and guiding teams to deliver client-ready documentation. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a proactive approach to project management. A hybrid work model is in place, with travel requirements due to client demands.