Director - Global Transaction Analytics

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results‑oriented professionals in more than 40 countries. We adopt a hands‑on approach to solving clients’ problems and help them reach their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact clients and shape the 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 employees love working at A&M.

A&M’s Global Transaction Analytics (GTA) practice, within our Transaction Advisory Group, offers an exciting opportunity to join a fast‑growing team across North America. In the Director role, you will leverage data analytics to uncover actionable insights that support M&A, divestment, and investment strategy, guiding clients through the full investment lifecycle from pre‑deal to post‑deal analysis.

As a Director, you will work closely with a high‑motivated and effective team on diverse projects across multiple industries—including manufacturing, distribution, consumer, retail, restaurants, business and industrial services, healthcare, software & technology, energy, and financial services. Your expertise will enable clients to achieve data‑enabled business, financial, and operational transparency during pre‑acquisition due diligence and post‑acquisition performance improvement projects.

• Lead numerous client engagements
• Effectively manage day‑to‑day client interaction and relationships
• Proactively contribute to business development opportunities
• Manage and prioritize team responsibilities; consult with senior members across multiple deals
• Work cohesively and collaboratively across stakeholders
• Counsel and mentor junior members, continually developing the team’s technical acumen
• Recruit, train, and develop junior staff members, including teaching training classes as applicable

• A minimum of 10+ years of experience in data analytics or transaction services, with buy‑side/vendor due diligence experience across industries preferred and understanding of M&A/PE investment lifecycle preferred
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Statistics, Information Systems, or a related field
• Understanding of data extraction, manipulation, analytics, and visualization approaches
• Strong technical background with hands‑on data analytics experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, relational databases/SQL, Alteryx, business intelligence/visualization (Tableau preferred), big data, and machine learning concepts; ability to leverage business intelligence software
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear yet concise manner
• Exceptional project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexibility to work as both a team member in a collaborative setting and as an individual contributor
• Ability to thrive and be effective in fast‑paced settings

We recognize our people as the driving force behind our success, prioritizing an employee experience that fosters unique professional and personal development. A robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards 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 your personal journey. Our employees consistently highlight growth opportunities, our entrepreneurial culture, and the enjoyment we share as the key attractions of working at A&M.

Base salary is $200,000 annually, dependent on education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week also receive fringe benefits—healthcare plans, flexible spending & savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverage—at rates determined periodically, as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Eligible employees receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k).

Paid time off includes vacation, personal days, 72 hours sick time (prorated for part‑time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave.

A&M does not require or administer any lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. In Massachusetts, it is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test under any circumstance. An employer who violates this law may face criminal penalties and civil liability.