Senior Manager / Director – Private Equity Advisory
Location: Dublin City (Hybrid)
Overview
Our client is a leading global professional services firm with a rapidly growing Corporate Finance team in Dublin. The firm is focused on building out a highly specialised team focused on Business Performance Improvement and Value Creation Advisory. This team will play a key role in supporting Irish and international clients with complex financial situations.
Why should you apply?
This is a unique opportunity to join a newly formed high-impact team with a clear strategic vision and strong leadership. The successful candidate will work directly with senior leadership and be involved in some of the most commercially complex and strategically significant projects in the market today. The team is focused on short-term but high-impact advisory projects, covering stressed and distressed scenarios, cash optimisation, balance sheet solutions, and carve-outs. This is a chance to play a part in shaping the future of a new function with strong links to the UK and global network.
Who should apply?
Candidates with the following experience would be well-suited:
* 5–8 years’ experience in Debt Advisory, Turnaround, or Performance Improvement
* Debt Advisory, Restructuring, Turnaround, or Performance Improvement
* Background in banking (leveraged finance, workout, portfolio management), private credit
* Turnaround experience in PE-backed companies
* Background in banking (leveraged finance, workout, portfolio management), Big 4 advisory, or private credit
* Deep understanding of cashflow modelling, capital structure and debt funding
* Strong commercial acumen and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders under pressure
* Interest in Private Equity-backed businesses and mid-market corporate clients
Role and Reporting Lines
This position reports directly to the Corporate Finance Partner. Responsibilities include:
* Debt Advisory – Advise on capital structure solutions, private credit funding, and structured finance for stressed businesses
* Liquidity & Cashflow Management – Deliver robust liquidity support tools including cashflows and cash optimisation strategies
* Value Creation – Work on performance improvement initiatives to enhance EBITDA and working capital
* Turnaround Projects – Engage in hands-on turnaround assignments for corporates and PE-backed entities
* Client Engagement – Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers in PE and corporate clients
* Cross-Border Collaboration – Leverage the firm’s UK and global network for international project delivery
* Team Development – Mentor junior team members and contribute to the culture of a new high-performing team
* Market Insight – Stay ahead of market developments and help shape the firm’s proposition in this space
How to apply
Interested in this position? To apply, please submit your CV to Lisa Tully who is managing this assignment via the link below or contact Lisa on 01 529 4200.
Seniorities & Employment
* Seniority level: Director
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Finance and Accounting/Auditing
* Industries: Professional Services
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