Director, Transaction Advisory Services

FTI Consulting South Africa (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting South Africa is seeking a Director-level Transaction Services professional with 3–4 years post-qualification TS experience to join our South African team. You will lead delivery on mid-size projects, model financials, and engage directly with clients and lenders to drive value across buy- and sell-side engagements.

You will mentor junior staff, identify key value drivers, and contribute to business development while collaborating with senior stakeholders across geographies.

Qualifications

• Basic qualifications include significant transaction services consulting experience with one of the Big 4 firms.
• Experience in due diligence, market entry, financial restructuring and deal negotiations.
• Proven ability to lead large, multi-geography transactions and present findings to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and model financial performance of an acquisition target.
• Lead delivery of mid-size complex projects or sections of FDD on larger deals.
• Directly communicate with clients on key FDD issues.
• Coordinate with M&A bankers, lawyers and lenders on diligence findings.
• Mentor seniors and consultants, reviewing their analyses and outputs.
• Identify value drivers, SPA adjustments and deal breakers.
• Prepare Equity Bridge and related price adjustments.
• Support business development through client outreach and market awareness.
• Foster internal/external relationships to aid business growth.

Skills

Financial due diligence

M&A experience

Project leadership

Client communication

Mentor team

Stakeholder management

Education

CA(SA) / Chartered Accountant

Job description

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you'll work side-by-side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you'll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You'll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

About The Role

The Transaction Services team at FTI Consulting offer a forward-looking perspective to the South Africa and EMEA transactions market. Whether representing buyers or sellers, we offer a comprehensive financial due diligence service leading to value-related advice and hands‑on support across a full spectrum of industries.

What You'll Do

We are looking for a Director (depending on level of experience) level candidate with significant 3-4 years post-Qualification TS experience to join our South African based Transaction Services team. Through formal and informal on the job learning, you will develop the skill set to become a leading advisor providing the best industry advice to our clients

• Analysis and modelling of financial performance (past and future) of an acquisition target
• Overall lead responsibility for delivery of mid-size complex projects (direct with Partner) or responsibility for standalone divisions / sections of FDD on larger projects (this will include buy or sell side, refinancing, financial restructuring and equity raising transactions)
• Direct communication with the clients on key issues relating to the FDD engagement
• Direct communication and liaisons with M&A bankers, commercial advisors, lawyers, financing providers, W&I insurers and other relevant parties to the M&A process on appropriate presentation and impact of diligence findings
• Supervision and mentoring of Seniors Consultants and Consultants, taking full responsibility for review of their analysis / sections and being accountable for their output
• Identification of key value drivers, SPA price adjustments, and deal breakers
• Full responsibility in preparation of the Equity Bridge and all the corresponding price adjustments
• Business development including regular client catch ups, identification of target opportunities and keeping on top of industry and M&A developments in the market
• Effective communication with senior members of the team and clients Proactive development of internal and external relationships and assist with business development iititaives

How You'll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications Previous significant transaction services consulting experience working within one of the 'Big 4' and similar firms. Relevant transaction services experience, consulting either with private equity or venture funds CA (SA) / CA / CFA qualified Transaction experience to include due diligence, market entry, financial restructuring, feasibility studies and business plan validation Experience in identification of key deal financial and commercial issues Demonstrable experience in leading the delivery of large complex, multi geography transactions, presentation of findings to senior stakeholders including PE investors and lenders and assisting with transaction negotiations with lawyers and investment bankers across EMEA and globally Experience in leading, managing and mentoring teams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Private Equity. FTI Consulting is committed to Employment Equity and as such, preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, as defined in the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998. With more than 8,100+ employees located in 32 countries and territories around the globe, we are the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. Our experts have led organizations, shaped policy, driven investigations, managed crises, advised world leaders and built businesses from the ground up. Learn more about the work we do and how we're helping clients around the world turn their biggest challenges and opportunities into stories of success. Learn more about our impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where our people can grow and achieve their full potential. To learn more about FTI Consulting, visit www.fticonsulting.com/careers and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.