Nigeria - Business Recovery Services Senior Consultant

Department:

West Market Area

Job type:

Experienced Hire

Closing date:

22-Nov-13

Reference Number:

ADSP00068

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 Senior Consultant to deliver on Business Recovery Services (BRS) & Investigations assignments by supporting the BRS team 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

•Delivery of BRS & Investigations projects of high complexity through projects plans, economics, monitoring and evaluating risks, budgets and delivery of projects as per required standards
•Support Advisory team in business development through active identification of leads, conversions of leads to expressions of interest, proposals and engagements
•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.
•Support in delivering 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.
•Applye appropriate internal control methodologies, terminology and design effectiveness
•In-depth quantitative analysis and summarisation of complex transactional data
•Research new products, tools and techniques to assist with streamlining internal processes and methods of presenting results to clients.
•Work with and manage external staff and other stakeholders in executory assignments
•Coach, develop and mentor direct reports
•Participate in the firm's activities 

Requirements

Education:
.First Degree in relevant field
Professional qualifications in corporate finance, accounting, forensic audit, or legal studies is desirable


Job Experience:
Minimum of 3 years’ BRS & Investigations 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, executory/corporate insolvency, interim management and independent business reviews
Experience in supporting management of 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
Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities


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


Job Related Skills and Competencies:
Flexibility in your approach to meeting goals as part of a team
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 and technical depth
Project management skills – ability to manage across multiple and complex projects
Ability to multi-task simultaneous client engagements
Excellent written and oral communication skills (presentation & facilitation)
Demonstrable creativity and innovation
Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities
Ability to work with and manage external staff in executory assignments 

Additional Information

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