Senior Associate (m/f/d) – Private Equity Performance Improvement

Description

Senior Associate (m/f/d) – Private Equity Performance Improvement

Location: Germany

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.

The Team

A&M's Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) practice focuses on serving upper middle market and large-cap private equity firms, helping improve operating results at their portfolio companies. The team specializes in supporting performing companies to deliver growth strategies and assisting underperforming companies with reorganization and cost reduction. Working directly with company management, A&M helps stabilize financial and operational performance by developing and implementing comprehensive profitability and working capital improvement measures.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high‑impact projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to the success of private equity portfolio companies across Europe.

How you will contribute

• Identify and validate performance improvement initiatives, create implementation plans, and lead their execution alongside company management.
• Manage workstreams, including mentoring junior A&M colleagues and client staff, and owning key business processes to solve client problems.
• Collaborate with A&M’s European partnership group to develop client‑focused go‑to‑market propositions, solutions, pitches, and proposals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited university.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to build complex integrated three‑statement financial models.
• Understanding of the impacts of transformation initiatives on P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.

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.