Nigeria - Business Recovery Services - Manager

Department:

West Market Area

Job type:

Experienced Hire

Closing date:

22-Nov-13

Reference Number:

ADSP00067

The Company

PwC firms help organizations and individuals create the value they are looking for. We are a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 180,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance, Tax and Advisory services

We are looking for a Manager to lead and manage complex engagements to assist clients to achieve strategic growth objectives through financial analysis, restructuring/turnaround and insolvency solutions. This is achieved through developing the right strategy, identifying issues and points of negotiation and value, driving informed and empowered acquisition, divestiture and reorganization decisions to optimise turnaround or exit strategies

Roles & Responsibilities

Perform business development through active identification of leads, conversions of leads to expressions of interest, proposals and engagements
Manage BRS & Investigations projects of high complexity through projects plans, economics, monitoring and evaluating risks, budgets and delivery of projects as per required standards
Carry out rigorous reviews to scrutinize financial performance, operating dynamics, asset deployment and management issues to provide a range of options to clients.
Undertake independent business reviews, divisional performance reviews, asset valuations and disposal options, facilitate sale negotiations and litigation support for clients.
Deliver restructuring solutions designed to build a platform for swift recovery and sustained future success. Assess revitalization options, develop a plan of action and mobilize resources for effective implementation.
Help underperforming client business plans and implement recovery strategies quickly and efficiently.
Identify and apply appropriate internal control methodologies, terminology and design effectiveness
identify and address client needs: building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships and community involvement; communicating value propositions; managing resource requirements, project workflow, budgets, billing and collections; and preparing and/or coordinating complex written and verbal materials
Manage client relationships through leading meetings/projects, providing advice as the subject matter expert
Manage, coach, develop and mentor direct reports
To participate in the firm's activities 

Requirements

Education:
First Degree in relevant field
MBA/MSc (with business/accounting/finance orientation) is an added advantage
Professional qualifications in corporate finance, accounting, forensic audit, or legal studies is desirable


Job Experience:
Minimum of 5 years’ BRS experience in consulting or relevant experience in a large/global or fast growing organization
Experience in building and maintaining strong relations with senior level clients and key industry contacts
Experience in restructuring, client recovery process, executor/corporate insolvency, interim management and independent business reviews
Experience in managing receiverships, and compulsory or voluntary liquidations
Expertise and aptitude with conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses in constructing integrated financial models, analyzing financial underperformance and related services
Demonstrated extensive leadership and knowledge of delivering the breadth and depth of the consulting services to clients in restructuring situations
Demonstrated leadership skills and experience leading projects and diverse teams
Ability to deliver on business growth targets
Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities


Job Knowledge Requirements:
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of one of the following industries – Financial Services, Government Agencies, Consumer products and Telecommunication, Energy and Mining
Working knowledge and understanding of compliance and risk review procedures, business processes and internal controls


Job Related Skills and Competencies:
Flexible approaches to meeting goals as team manager
Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and senior clients
A proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong relationships
A proactive approach to problem solving, delivering results and meet client expectations
Strong IT Skills
Excellent report writing skills
Project management skills – ability to manage across multiple and complex projects
Understand and live the PwC values
Demonstrable creativity and innovation abilities
Excellent presentation, communication and facilitation skills
Ability to adapt and respond to change
Adaptable to working and engaging with multiple cultures across the PwC network and across client environment 

Additional Information

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