Director, Business Transformation (Operations) | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

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Director, Business Transformation (Operations) | Corporate Finance & RestructuringFTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by-side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.Are you ready to make your impact?About The RoleIn Business Transformation at FTI Consulting, we focus on our clients’ strategic, operational, financial and capital needs by addressing the full spectrum of performance, financial and transactional challenges faced by corporations, boards, private equity sponsors, creditor constituencies and other stakeholders. Our services include strategic and business planning, profitability improvement, merger, integration and carve-out and pre-deal commercial and operational due diligence, including interim management. Our demanding customer base relies on small, experienced senior teams.Business Transformation sits with the FTI Corporate Finance practice and works alongside colleagues in the Restructuring, Transactions Services, Tax and Digital Science teams, providing a holistic offer for our clients and a rewarding experience for our employees.The Operations Practice sits within Business Transformation, connecting organisation strategy to frontline operations to drive new levels of competitiveness and resilience in an ever changing world. Our approach is designed around three dimensions of operational excellence – the Operating System, Management System and People System to deliver holistic and sustainable impact.The Operations Practice consists of five service lines that focus on improving business profitability by transforming the performance, capabilities and mindsets across all aspects of operations:ProcurementDrive cost savings and value creation in sourcing and supplier managementManufacturingImprove efficiency, effectiveness and flexibility in manufacturing Supply ChainEnhance agility, efficiency and resilience in supply chain networksService OperationsImprove efficiency, effectiveness and customer experience from field force to back officeCapital DeliveryImprove cost-effectiveness and risk management in large scale capital investmentsWhat You’ll DoDirectors are key client facing members of project teams responsible for delivering high quality outcomes, recommendations and analyses. You will work alongside, and lead, other consultants, owning workstreams within the overall project, under the guidance of the senior team.The successful candidate will participate in project teams, working with clients on the execution of various engagements. Key activities include:Developing recommendations based on high quality and insightful financial and operational reviews and modellingIdentifying how to improve operational performance and create upside potentialIdentifying risks, potential downsides and mitigating actionsBuilding pragmatic and implementable strategies and business plans, underpinned by solid analysesDriving client implementation including programme management across multiple initiativesCreating client ready reports and presenting our work to clientsDeveloping and coaching more junior consultantsWorking in the FTI London office, with frequent working at client sitesHow You’ll GrowWe 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.What You Will Need to SucceedProject experience in high paced environments focused on impact and rapid results (e.g. operations performance improvement, turnaround, business plan review/development, implementation)Significant experience of short, high intensity projects with tight deadlines and longer implementation programs with coaching, capability building and mindset changeExperience of supporting business development activitiesInternational exposure and experience an advantageProven consulting skills with ability to go beyond the analysis to add value, influence change, innovate, visualise and create, while providing outstanding client serviceTeam player, open-minded, possesses cultural awareness and sensitivityGrowing people leadership skillsHighly organised and structured, with excellent problem solving skillsExperience of managing client stakeholdersBuilds and maintains relationships beyond the engagementExceptional interpersonal skills, builds good professional and personal relationships with client teams at all levels and across the firmCombines business sense and financial understanding with operations content knowledgeStrong, concise written and verbal communication skills, able to produce client ready PowerPoint documentsQuickly gains comfort with content areas which are unfamiliar and drives content leadershipFlexible to accommodate frequent travelMature demeanor and positive attitude, as well as sensitivity when dealing with clientsBasic QualificationsIn depth industry experience in operationsExperience of leading workstreams / projects on a significant number of consulting engagements in operations, within a top tier management consultancyEducated to degree levelFluent English speaker and writerPreferred QualificationsExperience in deploying lean principles and tools an advantageIndustry experience (e.g. automotive, aerospace & defence, chemicals, pharma & medical device, consumer goods, transportation and logistics, or travel & leisure) an advantageExperience at dealing with uncertainty and problem solving with incomplete dataAdditional qualifications such as MBA or lean accreditation an advantageContinental languages, especially Dutch, German, Italian, French, Spanish, and Arabic highly preferable to open greater opportunities to work with our international officesOur 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.About FTI ConsultingFTI Consulting, Inc. is a leading global expert firm for organisations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,100 employees located in 32 countries and territories as of December 31, 2025. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalised and independently managed. The Company generated $3.80 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2025. More information can be found at www.fticonsulting.com .FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.#LI-RT1 #LI-HybridxAdditional InformationJob Family/Level: Op Level 3 - DirectorEmployee Status: RegularMy ProfileCreate and manage profiles for future opportunities.At FTI Consulting, our goal is to attract, hire, acquire, develop and, most importantly, retain the best and most talented people in the world. As our company continues to grow, we remain focused on building and maintaining a strong culture of diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a qualified individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, union affiliation, genetic information, sex, citizenship status, or any other factor prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Greater London
Job Type:
FullTime

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