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
We are a pan-EMEA team renowned for deep sector expertise and a differentiated approach to solving critical business problems. We deliver complex transformations, including product and engineering cost optimization, productivity improvement. Our work spans pre-deal commercial, technical, and operational due diligence, post-merger integration, and carve-outs. Team members may also take interim leadership roles, such as CTO, to drive client success.
We combine in-industry and advisory experience, collaborating closely with specialists across A&M Business Units to deliver seamless, high-impact solutions for our clients.
The Role
You will engage with two primary client types:Technology-led hardware products businesses
Hardware-interfacing software businesses
You will lead and execute assessments, transformations, and due diligence projects, leveraging your industry experience and technical acumen to deliver measurable results.
Key Responsibilities
Assess product portfolio, and product and technology roadmaps to determine strategic fit and investment effectiveness
Develop decision-support models to challenge clients in prioritising investment across their roadmaps.
Analyse complex product and technology ecosystems including product lifecycle model and product / technology development processes
Model interdependencies between technology, cost, schedule and performance to identify optimisation opportunities
Analyse capability and scalability of organisation, operating models, ways of working, use of digital tools, supporting technical functions, and strategic technology partnerships and supply chain
Design and implement optimised processes to boost efficiency, reduce time-to-market, and improve product quality
Define metrics and KPIs to track R&D and portfolio performance
Develop and manage data request lists; interrogate client systems
Interrogate customer and engineering data for actionable insights, and build quantitative and qualitative fact-bases for assessments
Execute due diligence for product and engineering functions, delivering client-ready reports to Private Equity and Corporate clients
Coach clients through major change initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional client-teams including engineering, finance and product management
Chair meetings, run workshops, and present executive-level updates and final readouts
Supervise and mentor junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
Technical Competencies and Experience
Extensive relevant experience in technology-led engineering business units and professional services (e.g. aerospace, nuclear, industrials)
Experience in consulting to the tech industry
Experience in leading and delivery of performance improvement or transformation engagements
Experience with private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, or related transaction/product and tech due diligence
Deep expertise in Systems Engineering methodology and it's application across the lifecycle to deliver competitive products
Proven track record in implementing evidence-based business improvement initiatives
Familiarity with market-leading tools for product lifecycle management, engineering design and analysis
Ability to translate technical insights into commercial implications
Soft Skills
Thrive in fast-paced, challenging, and unpredictable environments
Excellent facilitation skills; able to forge consensus and drive executable solutions
Outstanding written and oral communication skills; confident presenter in English
Ability to summarize key insights into client-ready deliverables and ensure quality standards
Hands-on, non-hierarchical operator guided by values and integrity
Builds confidence, leads by example, and manages day-to-day relationships effectively
Excel in our highly collaborative environment where teamwork and open communication are key, while taking ownership and accountability for meeting milestone deliverables
Measurable Outcomes
Deliver performance improvement and cost optimization for client product and engineering organizations
Lead transformation projects resulting in measurable business impact (e.g., productivity gains, cost reductions)
Provide actionable recommendations and support successful implementation
Interested candidates should demonstrate a blend of technical depth, commercial acumen, and leadership capability. We welcome applications from those who are passionate about driving change and delivering results in dynamic environments.
Your journey at A&M
We recognise that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritise 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 prioritise 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.
Inclusive Diversity
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A&M's entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can 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 the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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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. .
Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
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