Senior Opportunities - Engineering Technology in London

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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

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 delivering 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 its 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 favourite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high‐performing and passionate professionals.