Restructuring Managing Director

Turnaround & Restructuring Managing Director

Our client specializes in providing expert guidance to companies facing financial distress, operational challenges, restructuring, or bankruptcy situations. Our team works closely with clients to assess their needs, develop strategic solutions, and implement turnaround and restructuring plans that restore financial health and operational efficiency. We value proactive problem solvers who thrive in dynamic, high-stakes environments.

Position Summary:
The Managing Director plays a critical leadership role in originating and executing turnaround and restructuring engagements, serving as a trusted advisor to boards, C-suite executives, and key stakeholders. This role requires a deep understanding of financial and operational performance drivers, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to lead high-performing teams through complex, high-stakes situations. The Managing Director will also play a pivotal part in firm-wide initiatives, team development, and market positioning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Originate and lead client engagements by leveraging strategic relationships and converting opportunities into engagements.
• Drive communications and maintain trusted partnerships with stakeholders-creditors, equity holders, lenders-while aligning key messages and guiding negotiations.
• Design and execute transformation strategies informed by deep financial and operational analysis.
• Oversee case delivery and workstream leadership, ensuring alignment with client goals.
• Direct liquidity management, including disbursement controls, budget compliance, and working capital optimization.
• Lead the development and review of 13-week cash flow forecasts, DIP budgets, and 3-statement models.
• Take ownership of all external deliverables, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and strategic relevance.
• Establish market presence as a respected advisor, cultivating long-term client relationships and industry credibility.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team, providing direction, feedback, and leadership development.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence within the firm.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, Economics, Business, or a related field (MBA, CFA, or CPA preferred).
• 12+ years of experience in financial analysis, restructuring, bankruptcy consulting, or turnaround management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience resolving complex financial and operational issues.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience in client-facing roles and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Adaptable and quick to learn in dynamic, evolving client scenarios.
• Prior experience managing teams and mentoring junior professionals.
• Familiarity with bankruptcy code and legal requirements is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Personal Attributes:

• Results-oriented with a focus on delivering actionable insights and measurable outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively with clients, creditors, and stakeholders.
• Comfortable navigating high-pressure situations with calm and composure.
• Detail-oriented and committed to producing high-quality, compliant deliverables.
• Skilled at translating complex information into clear, concise presentations for diverse stakeholders including lenders, investors, and client teams.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work with top-tier clients across diverse industries in high-impact situations.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• 401k
• Healthcare, dental, vision.