Operations Manager, Private Equity Performance Improvement

Operations Manager, Private Equity Performance Improvement Alvarez & Marsal is a leading independent global professional services firm, specializing in providing turnaround management, performance improvement and corporate advisory services, is seeking to expand its Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) team. With more than 5,500 professionals based in 40 locations across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, our firm excels in problem solving and value creation. Drawing on a strong operational heritage and hands-on-approach, our professionals work closely with organizations and stakeholders to help tackle complex business issues and maximize value. A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice, with offices throughout the US, focuses on serving upper middle market and large cap private equity firms who have engaged A&M to help improve operating results at their portfolio companies. The companies we serve are upper middle market in the $50 million to over $1 billion plus range. Private Equity Focused Professionals We bring a structured and disciplined approach to create and capture value. We provide private equity buyers with a broad continuum of knowledge and tools for mergers, acquisitions, carve-outs, joint ventures and alliances. The Operations Manager is an internal role within the PEPI practice, reporting directly to leadership. Location is flexible. PEPI is a growing business targeting high growth in the next two to five years. The leadership team is focused on providing development opportunities, training, and exposure to international business assignments. As a member of the PEPI team, you will be working alongside many experienced professionals who will provide you with developmental feedback and growth opportunities. We also offer competitive benefits and opportunities to support your personal and professional development. Click to learn about our commitment to your well-being. Our PEPI services include: Pre-Acquisition Operations M&A Services Interim Management Rapid Results Supply Chain CFO Services Job Description: The successful candidate will be a dedicated, people and solutions-oriented problem solver charged with the end-to-end administrative and operations management of a service line practice, but not limited to effective resources management, staff utilization oversight, administration of performance evaluation process, and delivery of key information for leadership decision making. Responsibilities: The Operations Manager will be responsible to manage, support, and coordinate with the PEPI team on the following items: Pipeline tracking reporting, communication, and compliance Lead key activities related to Practice Staffing. Support weekly staffing call and maintain tracking tool Facilitate internal service line communications Proactively manage resource utilization and capacity management Collaborate with other operations/staffing coordinators in the firm to understand larger resource availability and demand. Facilitate the borrowing and lending of staff as appropriate. Ensure the execution of PEPI's performance management process and provide oversight of the Performance Management program Coordinate recruiting activities and on-boarding of new hires Maintain the service line’s skills matrix Conduct Project Administration and Project Close compliance Provide operational support in the development, roll-out and maintenance of technology tools Qualifications: 4 years of professional services experience, understanding project-based work. Bachelor’s degree Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Strong attention to details with ability to manage competing priorities and multitask Ability to work as part of a team and be resourceful and adaptable Organizational fit with A&M’s culture and values Ability to communicate with senior leaders, both written and verbally Diversity & Inclusion A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity and we foster inclusiveness. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way. 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