Turnaround & Restructuring - Consultant

At AlixPartners we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person (at client site or AlixPartners office) and remote working. Travel is part of this position, but the frequency may vary based on client, team, and individual circumstances.

What you'll do

AlixPartners delivers a suite of integrated offerings to support our clients in achieving their business strategy. Our Turnaround & Restructuring Services community advises and/or provides interim management services to underperforming companies or in the representation of their creditor constituents.

With a team of the most respected turnaround professionals in the industry, AlixPartners is widely recognized for its long and successful record in helping companies resolve urgent situations and implement rapid change.

Our professionals share a practical, results-oriented mind-set in which failure is not an option. We work side by side with both management teams and stakeholders to provide a broad range of services to companies and other constituents facing strategic, financial, and operational challenges. Our engagements vary in size and complexity from mid-market to very large cross-border situations. Amongst a very broad line of other services, we serve as the restructuring advisor and/or interim management for insolvencies, bankruptcies, and restructuring cases across a wide range of industries across the globe.

This is an exciting opportunity to start your career as a graduate Consultant, or continue your career if you have post-graduate experience already under your belt in insolvency, or indeed in an alternative professional services or corporate environment. AlixPartners is in an international and agile firm, and you will develop your skills within an entrepreneurial, fast-growing business environment.

The Consultant role is located in Milan. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities.

What you'll need

• Master's degree with evidence of strong academic success. Degree(s) in Business, Finance (or foreign equivalent) preferable. MBA is a plus.

• A minimum of one year of relevant financial/operational restructuring experience gained in consulting, private equity, banking or industry.

• Ideally, Mix of industry and consulting experience, or experience in top consulting firms

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Italian

• Adaptable and proficient with change in a practical environment

• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently, with the high-energy, flexibility and adaptability required to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to build relationships with clients and peers.

• Hands-on, number savvy, highly analytical with attention to detail, dedicated, entrepreneurial, autonomous, great teammate, credible communicator, with mature and professional style

• Strong social skills, including: giving clear direction to the team; executing projects according to established team norms, defining roles, and expectations; coaching and developing direct reports; and capitalising on the strengths of each team member on projects.

• Use of a systematic approach to quickly and logically identify key issues and examining those issues thoroughly and holistically to formulate appropriate solutions.

• Able to work under pressure to meet challenging deadlines and make decisions

• Possesses strong attention to detail, able to produce clear and accurate written outputs

• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, and in particular as unique projects/needs arise.

• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment

• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners' Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization

In addition to a positive workplace, the firm offers a comprehensive compensation package including an excellent benefit program.