About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. 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

As a Senior Associate (m/f/d) Commercial Due Diligence within A&M's Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) practice, you will support the CDD leadership team in advising leading private equity funds and their portfolio companies on strategic commercial decisions throughout the transaction lifecycle. Drawing on A&M's operational experience and senior resources, you will play a key role in delivering projects to clients.

As part of A&M's integrated team, the Director (m/f/d) will collaborate with colleagues from Corporate Transformation, and Transaction Advisory & Valuations practices, leveraging a broad range of resources and expertise across sectors and geographies.

How you will contribute

• Independently structure and deliver workstreams to ensure successful execution of (commercial) due diligence projects together with the CDD leadership team in various industries.
• Gather data gathering through desk research, performing expert interviews, and conducting surveys.
• Drive in-depth analyses to uncover risks for the transaction and identify opportunities for post-transaction value creation.
• Work with cross-functional project teams to address challenges and drive results and collaborate with other due diligence workstreams such as ODD, ITDD, FDD, or TaxDD.
• Deliver reports that focus on the key topics at highest quality in the shortest possible time.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, capable of effectively conveying insights to clients and other stakeholders.
• Hands-on, non-hierarchical leadership style that fosters trust and collaboration across all levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present confidently and effectively.
• Objective, fact-based approach to problem-solving.
• Strong values and integrity, leading by example and inspiring confidence in colleagues and clients.
• Fluent in German and English (written and spoken).

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.

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Culture & Values

At Alvarez & Marsal, our core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity guide everything we do, shaping a culture rooted in entrepreneurship, impact, and integrity. We trust our people to take ownership early, contribute to meaningful challenges, and drive results that matter. We empower growth and champion diverse perspectives. Above all, we value doing the right thing. For those ready to roll up their sleeves, lead with integrity, and be difference makers, this is where it starts.

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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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