About the job
FTI Consulting is the world's leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world's leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.
At FTI Consulting, you'll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world's leading experts in your field, you'll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you. There's never been a more exciting time to join FTI Consulting and this is where you will do the most exciting and fulfilling work of your career. Are you ready to make an impact?
About The Role
We are looking for manager level candidates with 2-4 years post-Qualification experience to join our Dubai-based team as a Senior Consultant. 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.
What You'll Do
- Analysis and modelling of financial performance (past and future) of an acquisition target
- Overall responsibility for delivery of smaller projects (direct with Partner / Director) or responsibility for standalone divisions / sections of FDD on larger projects (this will include buy or sell side, refinancing and equity raising transactions)
- Direct communication with the clients on key issues relating to your sections
- Direct communication and liaisons with M&A bankers and clients on appropriate presentation and business valuation of target opportunities, in line with diligence findings
- Preparation of information memorandum and investment documents for Private Equity clients
- Supervision and mentoring of Consultants and Analysts, 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
- Business development including identification and valuation of target opportunities and preparation of pitch documents
- Effective communication with senior members of the team and clients
- Proactive development of internal and external relationships
How You'll Grow
We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we 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
- Ability to work in a meritocratic structure which recognizes and rewards individual contribution
- Excellent report writing and analytical skills
- In-depth knowledge of Excel and manipulation/analysis of diverse data sets including ability to build financial models
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of market drivers and competitive landscape
- Strong financial acumen and ability to identify financial red flags through analyses of complex financial data
- Self-confident and ability to deal directly with investment bankers, lenders and PE investors
- Self-starter and inquisitive
- Team player
- Strong relationship and team management skills
- Strong communication skills both written and spoken
- Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively
Basic Qualifications
- 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in a numeric subject from a top tier university
- ACA, MBA or MBA equivalent
Our Benefits
Our goal is to support the well-being of you and your families-physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits (including pension), supplemented by 15 flexible benefits, to meet your needs. These include health, lifestyle and family friendly options. We also offer a professional development program, wellness, recognition, community volunteering initiatives, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
