Director, Insurance M&A | Deal Advisory & Transaction Services

Overview

The Director''s role is the lynchpin on marketing and execution, supporting Managing Directors in delivery of ideas and content on marketing pitches and quarterbacking execution on live transactions, managing more junior resources in on-time delivery of a quality work product. As a sector specialist, the Director will both support and manage business development opportunities and oversee client pitch presentations, idea development and deal execution. The role is fully client facing and requires the following attributes for success.Responsibilities

Be an integral part of the MandA team within the broader EMEA Insurance division, covering clients and prospects to identify and deliver creative marketing ideas and business solutions in support of corporate strategies.Assist with the day to day management of transactions and assignments. Review pitchbooks, memorandums, presentations and other projects with minimal oversight.Review databases of industry-specific transaction and capital markets information.Review financial models to analyse a wide variety of client-specific projects, eg. DCF, DDM, LBO amongst others.Assisting in the origination and execution of transactions for insurance investors domestically or cross-border, which will include: evaluating risk factors; managing and executing tasks encompassing valuation, strategic reviews, competitor analysis, accounting and other technical and personnel issues; managing and/or performing comprehensive financial and mathematical modelling and analysis; effectively managing the work flow of the junior team by aligning tasks with transaction/departmental goals and objectives; supporting the junior team with ongoing mentoring, coaching and supporting career development.How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits (including pension), supplemented by 15 flexible benefits, to meet your needs. These include health, lifestyle and family friendly options. We also offer professional development programme, wellness, recognition, community volunteering initiatives, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.Qualifications

Prior work experience in the Financial Institutions Group (FIG) with a focus on insurance is required.Exposure and understanding of the following capabilities/services: Corporate Strategy, MandA, Equity Raising, Debt Raising and/or Transaction due diligence.Several years of relevant experience.Highly developed written and oral communication skills including the ability to create and deliver professional product ideas and presentations.Strong analytical skills.Expertise in financial computer applications and database management tools including MS Excel. Strong proficiency in other Microsoft Office products and the Internet. Knowledge of business resources like SandP Market Intelligence (SNL Financial), SandP CapIQ, CoStar, Argus, and Bloomberg is preferred but not required.Strong interpersonal skills used within a team environment and in client interaction.Excellent verbal and written communications skills, strong work ethic and teamwork skills. Self-motivated, with a strong desire to excel in a challenging field.Good judgment in confidential situations and ability to exercise discretion when handling confidential information.Ability to advocate persuasively.Ability to work under time constraints and with limited supervision.Ability to learn and adapt quickly with strong attention to detail.Excellent capability to independently and proactively service multiple clients and effectively manage multiple priorities.Hardworking and resilient. A quantitative undergraduate degree; focal areas of finance or economics preferred. High academic achievement.MBA, CFA or equivalent experience in financial services, accounting or legal fields is preferred but not required.Bilingual proficiency in English and German is ..... full job details .....