Restructuring Director

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Restructuring Director, Alvarez & Marsal San Francisco Office

Alvarez & Marsal is a premier independent global professional services firm specializing in providing turnaround management, restructuring, performance improvement and corporate advisory services. Our talent drives our success, resulting in our Restructuring & Turnaround practice becoming one of the largest and most recognized in the industry.

Our successes managing some of the largest crises in the world (e.g. Lehman Brothers and Arthur Anderson), as well as preserving iconic brands through restructuring (e.g.  Toys ‘R Us) have earned us multiple industry awards such as: Turnaround Management Association’s (TMA’s) 2023 Large Company Turnaround Transaction of the year – CHC Helicopter; TMA’s 2022 Mid-Size Company Turnaround of the Year – Frontera Holdings; TMA’s 2022 Midwest Large Company Turnaround of the Year – Valaris; TMA’s 2021 Mega Company Turnaround of the Year – Murray Energy Holdings Co. In 2023 A&M was ranked 10 out of nearly 700 consulting firms in the U.S. on Vault Consulting 50, a signature list of the top 50 consulting firms. 

As a Restructuring Director,  you will have the opportunity to work alongside professionals recognized as authorities across a diverse set of industries, and with the guidance of the most talented restructuring practitioners, you will drive changes that preserve and create value, impacting the world’s most recognized organizations, and their people.

What will you be doing?

You will be leading a team overseeing a diverse range of projects involving turnaround management, restructuring, performance improvement and corporate advisory services, helping underperforming businesses navigate their restructuring process and creating a lasting positive impact on organizations.  

We advise on every aspect of the restructuring process – from the strategy, to cash conservation/liquidity management, to business plan development and implementation – providing you with a wide range of experiences and projects. You will be leading a team across all phases and aspects of financial and operational restructuring and turnaround initiatives, for companies both in and out of bankruptcy or fiscal distress. You will oversee stabilizing core operations by formulating and managing turnaround plans and negotiating with senior management and other key stakeholders. Working day-to-day alongside our clients, you will develop an in-depth understanding of the client’s processes, financial position and key operational performance drivers.  This understanding is needed in order to create and implement successful restructuring and turnaround initiatives.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing restructuring and turnaround plans to improve an organization’s overall performance and enterprise value.
• Providing day to day team management to ensure plans, budgets, and schedules are adhered to.
• Acting as the point of contact for certain assigned workstreams within a client engagement.
• Performing and overseeing analysis on company business plans.
• Reviewing and presenting 13-week Cash Flow and 3 Statement Financial models to clients.
• Leading clients through various processes, including making working capital improvements, bankruptcy preparation, liquidation analysis, credit agreement negotiations, and claims processing.
• Assessing key business operational performance drivers.
• Developing and sensitizing business plans to aid management.
• Developing and reviewing cost reduction initiatives and execution milestones.
• Reviewing bankruptcy plans, strategies, disclosure statements and 363 Sales processes.
• Implementing cash conservation guidelines and controls.
• Training, mentoring and performance evaluation of junior staff.

Who you will be working with?

At A&M you will have the opportunity to work on the most disruptive restructuring and turnaround projects in the industry and the world.  You will be working alongside senior management and a team of experienced A&M professionals from a variety of backgrounds that bring a wealth of industry depth and knowledge.   Relying on your ability to effectively handle pressure in stressful situations and prioritize multiple work streams, you will work in a fast paced, deeply collaborative team environment. You will build rapport and develop credible relationships with clients, legal counsel and investment bankers, and be relied on to proactively communicate with your team, external parties and client leadership.

How will you grow and be supported? 

As a Restructuring Director, you will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experiences leading interesting and critical projects across industries and sectors. As a team leader, you will also be collaboratively working closely with many experienced professionals who will provide you with different perspectives and feedback, allowing you to continuously develop your skills through experience.  

We offer competitive benefits and opportunities to support your personal and professional development. Click to learn about our commitment to your well-being. A&M recognizes that our people fuel our growth, so we will provide you with the best available learning and development resources through formalized and on the job training, as well as networking opportunities with restructuring industry contacts (e.g. attorneys, bankers, etc.). Learn more about why A&M is a great place to work .

Qualifications:

• At least 10+ years of work experience in corporate restructuring, investment or commercial banking, and/or consulting or corporate positions with a financial or accounting focus, 5+ years of which is direct restructuring experience.
• BA/BS degree and/or MBA/MS in Accounting, Finance, or other related analytical and quantitative fields.
• Understanding of the fundamental aspects of a Chapter 11 proceeding.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Turnaround Professional (CTP), Certified Insolvency and Restructuring Advisor (CIRA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills are a must.
• Ability to identify key operational performance drivers, cash flow forecasting, and flexibility to support clients with a broad array of issues.
• Prior proven experience leading and managing work streams and mentoring junior staff. 
• Proven understanding of financial modeling and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in developing a business plan.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to communicate with all levels of client personnel.
• Team player who can excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, challenging work environment.
• Ability to establish credibility and influence clients.
• Commitment to living and promoting A&M’s cultural values: integrity, leadership, objectivity, inclusive diversity and fun.
• Willingness to travel 100%.

The salary range is $200,000 - $225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance.  Please ask your recruiter for details.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our Inclusive Diversity values. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.