Senior Associate - Private Equity Performance Improvement - Carve Out Merger Integration in Cheltenham

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 12,000 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 financial and operating results at their portfolio companies. Within the PEPI practice, our carve-out experts advise Private Equity-owned portfolio companies in driving carve-outs to achieve significant operational change or performance improvement agendas. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, including carve-outs, performance improvement initiatives, and transformational delivery. Supported by the European PEPI team, you will contribute to delivering value to clients and driving operational excellence.

How you will contribute

• Manage rapid diagnostics through analytical and qualitative insights to identify opportunities for transforming a PE-owned organization’s performance.
• Develop and execute transformation plans tied closely to EBITDA and working capital improvement.
• Lead buy-side and sell-side carve-out projects, including defining the perimeter, assessing complexity, and managing costs and risks.
• Oversee post-acquisition carve-out implementation, including Day-1 preparation, TSA management, and transition to standalone operations.
• Ensure Operational Due Diligence (ODD) reports are realized in full, delivering growth, cost reduction, and quick wins.
• Drive 100-day planning processes, including merger integration and synergy realization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited university.
• Extensive knowledge of delivering buy-side and sell-side carve-out services.
• Recent experience in delivering international operational change.
• Proven track record of leading teams and delivering major transformational assignments at pre- and post-deal stages.
• Strong understanding of the private equity lifecycle and relevant networks.
• Expertise in operational KPIs, balanced scorecards, and continuous improvement processes.
• Proficiency in Project Management Office (PMO) tools and change management methodologies.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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.