Director, Transactions Advisory Services (Corporate Finance & Restructuring)

About the role

FTI Consulting's Amsterdam office is seeking a Director or Senior Director for its Transactions practice, which handles deals typically valued between EUR 5m and EUR 150m. The practice is built around buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence, with additional advice on commercial, operational and HR matters and tax services, and also offers turnaround and transformation services. The role suits someone who enjoys stepping into the field to help clients understand opportunities and risks around a proposed transaction.

Key responsibilities

• Lead delivery of mid-size complex projects, liaising directly with the Partner, or manage standalone divisions or sections of Financial Due Diligence on larger projects (buy-side or sell-side transactions, refinancing, financial restructuring, equity raising)
• Supervise and mentor consultants, reviewing their analyses and taking full accountability for their deliverables
• Deliver due diligence projects with support from the Senior Managing Director, or manage sections within larger due diligence projects
• Analyse the financial performance of acquisition targets, past and future, and understand the business model and key value drivers
• Take part in business development: regular client catch-ups, identifying target opportunities and keeping up with industry trends and M&A developments
• Foster communication with senior team members and clients, and build internal and external relationships

Required profile

• Relevant experience leading projects, including at least four years in Transactions at an accounting firm, boutique or other consultancy (Big 4 experience is a plus)
• Master's degree or equivalent in a related field
• Fluent English and Dutch

Required skills

• Ability to execute buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence from start to finish with limited oversight (preferred)
• Ability to act as a C-level trusted advisor (preferred)
• Excellent analytical skills (preferred)
• Competent mentor for junior and medium-level staff (preferred)

What we offer

• Professional development programs covering leadership, growth and certifications, with on-the-job learning and self-guided courses
• A dedicated coach for regular coaching sessions and advocacy for your growth
• Tailored programs for key career milestones