Risk Manager Director, Disputes and Investigations

Description 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.

Alvarez & Marsal Disputes and Investigations, LLC (“DI”) is a business unit of A&M with over 40 offices around the world. Our team of experts across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia draw on expertise in litigation consulting, business investigations, forensic technology and expert testimony to provide clients with independent advice. Our team works with law firms, boards of directors and company committees, private equity firms, and other fiduciaries.

DI is developing a risk management strategy and practice which involves evaluating and mitigating the risks inherent in each aspect of the global DI practice. The risk management program includes the initial evaluation of client acceptance through the end of a client project and the related file retention.

The person best suited to this role will have a background in business consulting, preferably in a DI-type practice, and will understand the risks associated with such a business. The position is based in the United States with some travel.

The role of the Risk Management Director includes but is not limited to:

• Reviewing and enhancing DI Global risk management and compliance policies, procedures, and control structures;
• Reviewing and assessing global conflicts of interests;
• Partnering with key stakeholders and proactively identifying and mitigating risks across DI Global;
• Managing compliance with client acceptance, quality control, and all other risk policies;
• Driving continuous improvement through root‑cause analysis of incidents, technology innovation, and process optimization;
• Regularly reporting the findings of risk management reviews to the global leaders of DI;
• Participation with Risk Management Directors of other business units within A&M in sharing best practices and risk management ideas;
• Coordination with the A&M Office of General Counsel to ensure compliance with applicable laws in each country where DI operates;

• Bachelor’s degree required, in a business-related major (accounting/finance preferred)
• 5+ years of work experience in business consulting, preferably a DI practice
• Experience with managing risks and quality control within a consulting practice (global experience preferred)
• Proficiency in business software programs, such as Excel and Power Point
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Self‑starter; desire to succeed in an entrepreneurial culture
• Additional risk/compliance-related certifications preferred

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.

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,…