Director – U.S. Small Business, Core Innovation and Acceptance
TASC
Senior Managing Director, Transaction Valuations
Ankura
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: New York City • New York, North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $200,000 - $400,000 per year
Job Level
Senior
About the role
- Originate and lead business valuation engagements, generating $2–$4 million+ in annual revenue.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic insights and actionable recommendations throughout the transaction lifecycle.
- Expanded the firm's services by introducing specialized valuation expertise to provide financial opinions, attracting new clients, and broadening market reach.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with private equity firms, investment banks, and corporate clients.
- Collaborate with other Senior Managing Directors to cross-sell services and expand client relationships.
- Oversee multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities to junior team members.
- Contribute to the development of thought leadership and market-facing content to enhance Ankura’s brand in the transaction advisory space.
Requirements
- Minimum 12+ years of relevant experience in business valuations, M&A advisory, or transaction services.
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in a professional services or consulting environment.
- Proven track record of generating $2–$4 million+ in annual revenue and personally billing at a senior level.
- Deep relationships with key stakeholders in the M&A ecosystem, including private equity firms, investment banks, and corporate development teams.
- Undergraduate degree from a top academic institution; advanced degrees and professional certifications
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence executive-level stakeholders.
- High energy, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to synthesize complex information and deliver clear, concise recommendations to clients.
- Ability to travel as needed for business development, deal execution and firm-related matters
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
business valuationsM&A advisorytransaction servicesfinancial opinionsrevenue generationclient billingmarket analysisthought leadership developmentstrategic insightsactionable recommendations
Soft skills
communication skillsnegotiation skillsleadershipmentorshiprelationship buildingadaptabilitysynthesis of complex informationinfluencing skillsclient satisfactionteam collaboration
