Director (m/f/d) - Business Technology

Description

Director- Business Technology

Location: Munich (HQ), Frankfurt (Main), Düsseldorf or Hamburg

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who 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 why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

This role sits within the EMEA Digital & Technology Services (DTS) practice, which focuses on six core areas of expertise: Digital Strategy, Digital Customer Experience, Data & Intelligence, Cyber Security, Smart Products & Assets, and Business Technology (BT).

Our Business Technology team works with Private Equity funds, Corporates, and Financial Services clients across EMEA to:

• Realign the performance of the technology/IT function through operational restructuring to directly improve earnings and cash flow.
• Conduct technology and product due diligence pre-deal and provide post-deal services, including Post-Merger Integration, Separation, Carve-Out, and 100-day planning.
• Shape and deliver enterprise-wide systems and online programs to drive performance improvement through business transformation and cost reduction.
• Manage and develop technology (ERP, CRM, Business Intelligence systems) to meet strategic and operational business requirements, including KPI and dashboard development.
• Take interim management positions such as CIO, CTO, IT Director, or Program Manager.

How you will contribute

• Frame business issues, analyse internal and external data, build financial models, and create clear presentations and reports.
• Solve strategic problems by reviewing clients’ immediate and future issues, developing actionable solutions, and designing Target Operating Models, IT Transformation plans, and Enterprise Architectures.
• Lead and execute pre- and post-deal Tech Due Diligence, IT Carve-Outs, Strategic IT Planning, and Tech Modernization initiatives.
• Collaborate with CTOs, CIOs, and senior executives, leveraging expertise across A&M’s industry and functional domains.
• Participate in practice development efforts to enhance the team’s capabilities and market presence.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic record, including financial acumen.
• Native or fluent business-level German and English.
• Proven track record in a top-tier strategy or advisory firm.
• Experience advising PE firms and blue-chip corporations during critical transformation points.
• Deep technology expertise to assess architectures and infrastructures for value creation.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage priorities effectively, and commitment to delivering results in a high-performing culture.

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Inclusive Diversity

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.

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