SaT-Restructuring-Assistant Director

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GDS SaT - Assistant Director – Turnaround and Restructuring Strategy  
Within SaT, the TRS services helps clients deal with different forms of threats including economic change, innovation, capital constraints, operational aspects.
The EY global network of restructuring professionals, along with our transaction and sector professionals, have experience with some of the largest and most complex in and out-of-court restructuring situations. We work with a variety of stakeholders to provide leadership and actionable advice to identify financial and operational strategies to generate liquidity, improve earnings and extract value across underperforming, stressed and distressed businesses.

The opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Director to lead our Turnaround and Operational Restructuring solution within EY GDS Restructuring team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in driving transformational change, with a focus on building new solutions, leading turnaround engagements, cost take-outs, and portfolio optimization. Specialization in the Advanced Manufacturing & Mobility (AMM) sector will be considered a significant advantage

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative solutions for turnaround and operational restructuring, including cost reduction, cash flow management, and strategic repositioning.
• Lead complex turnaround engagements, working closely with onshore teams and clients to rapidly stabilize operations, implement cost take-outs, and drive sustainable improvements
• Engage with key stakeholders to advise on portfolio optimization strategies, including divestitures, carve-outs, and restructurings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor in times of crisis and transformation.
• Drive business development activities, including proposal development, market analysis, and thought leadership
• Contribute to the growth and development of the Turnaround and Operational Restructuring team, mentoring staff, and fostering an environment of continuous learning.
• Collaborate with EY's global network to leverage best practices and deliver exceptional client service

Skills and attributes for success

• Over 12 years of professional experience in turnaround and operational restructuring, with a strong track record of leading successful engagements.
• Prior experience in a consulting or advisory role within a professional services firm, with a focus on the AMM sector.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and inspire teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to identify new opportunities and drive growth.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel as required to meet client needs.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Chartered Accountancy/ MBA in Finance from a premiere institute  
• 12 + years of PQE in: 
  • Management Consultancy firms, preferably Big 4 or financial firms: McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Deloitte, PwC or KPMG 
  • Large Indian corporates with exposure in restructuring activities, analytics, financial modelling and corporate finance role 

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Project management skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills

What we look for 

• A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment
• An opportunity to be a part of market-leading, multi-disciplinary team of 1400 + professionals, in the only integrated global transaction business worldwide.
• Opportunities to work with EY SaT practices globally with leading businesses across a range of industries

What we offer
EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career. 

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. 
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. 
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. 
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. 

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