Analyst, Data Analytics - Transaction Services in Birmingham

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 11,000 entrepreneurial, action‑oriented professionals in more than 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients’ problems and helping them reach their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our 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 our people love working at A&M.

A&M’s Global Transaction Analytics (GTA) team delivers data analytics services to support M&A, divestment, and investment strategies. Leveraging leading technology, advanced analytics capabilities, and A&M’s operational, functional and industry expertise, the team provides analytics as a service for private equity and corporates across the transaction lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with core transaction analytics, identifying key financial performance and operating trends and deriving insights through applied data analysis.
• Assess the quality of the target company’s financial and operational data assets.
• Analyze underlying financial statement performance drivers via key transactional and operational data, clean, transform and model data into meaningful information to drive discussions with target management.
• Conduct detailed data analysis to support transaction advisory services such as vendor and buyer financial due diligence, exit‑readiness and financial reporting mis‑representations.
• Collaborate with senior team members to develop data‑driven insights and recommendations for clients.
• Utilize advanced data analytics tools and techniques to analyze large datasets, identify key trends and patterns.
• Prepare comprehensive investigative analysis, assist in constructing deal‑oriented reports and presentations using data visualization tools to communicate findings to clients and stakeholders.
• Assist in developing and implementing data analytics strategies to enhance the effectiveness of transaction advisory services.
• Participate in meetings and conference calls with target company management and with client personnel.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• 2:1 or higher undergraduate degree (ideally in STEM, engineering, computer science or a closely related field).
• A‑level AB (or equivalent).
• Business‑level English is a pre‑requisite; additional European languages are desirable.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in ETL and data analytics tools such as Alteryx, SQL, Python, R or similar.
• Experience with a data visualization tool such as Tableau, PowerBI, Qlik or similar.
• Prior experience in transaction advisory services or a related field is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

Benefits & Development

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.