Managing Director, Strategy Consulting

OVERVIEW  

Stax recently announced a strategic investment by Blue Point Capital Partners which will fuel a new chapter of growth in key areas across the firm including expanding our recruitment and talent development efforts. To support our accelerated growth, Stax is growing our talented team of Managing Directors. We are seeking individuals with a passion for learning and the desire to tackle the most challenging issues businesses face today. Managing Directors play a vital role within the firm and are presented with tremendous opportunities for professional development and personal growth.   

During your time at Stax, you will consistently face intellectually challenging projects with clients such as Private Equity funds, Investment Banks, and Fortune 500 companies. Working across a wide spectrum of industries on short-term engagements designed to last 4-12 weeks, you will gain new hands-on experiences with each project you encounter.  

Our staff works side by side with—and learns from—some of the smartest people in the business. Our entrepreneurial approach to work and broad client base creates immediate opportunities for client exposure, providing enormous potential for career progression.  

Life at Stax is unique - our goal is to empower and challenge employees, while supporting a reasonable work/life balance. No question: you will work hard. However, unlike other firms, we spend less time traveling, so you can focus on your professional and personal development, grow with your team, and get involved in your community.  

WHY STAX  

• Relationships with large and mid-cap private equity firms globally, and the leadership teams of their portfolio companies.   

• Our consultants get front-line exposure and leadership roles with our action-oriented, non-bureaucratic client base across sectors and project type and get immersive learning opportunities in a fast-paced environment.   

• Content-focused environment which can nourish your analytically driven opinion.   

• Managing Directors and project teams are supported by our unique business model with integrated international teams that deliver research, data, analysis, and overnight support to allow you more time to think.   

• Strong belief by everyone in the future of Stax and commitment to deliver strong results and go above and beyond to help a fellow team member.  

• Competitive compensation package designed to reward exceptional performance, along with robust career development opportunities through mentorship and coaching. Our comprehensive benefits include private healthcare and travel insurance, 25 days of annual leave—rising to 30 days after five years of service—plus bank holidays and an additional three days during the December holiday shutdown. We also provide life insurance, income protection, generous parental leave, a mobile phone stipend, and wellness reimbursements. Additionally, we support charitable giving with a gift-matching programme and foster a collaborative and enjoyable work environment through regular team social events.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• P&L responsibility and business planning for the growth of the firm globally.  

• Lead, generate and deliver Deal Advisory, M&A and Due Diligence engagements.  

• Lead and manage on multiple buy-side and sell-side CDD engagements.

• Lead on value creation for clients.

• Lead client development efforts. 

• Ideate and generate proposals and other collateral, presenting to clients.  

• Contribute to professional articles or industry publications, writing white papers, and speaking at events and conferences.   

• Identify innovative service offering, relevant for target clients, for the continued growth of the firm. 

• Build an inclusive culture.   

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Proven advisor to PE deal teams and C-Suite level executives. 

• Recognised as the leading expert in the Deal Advisory, M&A and Due Diligence spaces.  

• Demonstrated track record of driving firm performance, growing client relationships, and delivering financial results.   

• Demonstrated experience in leading various types of engagements in Deal Advisory, M&A and Due Diligence space. 

• Proven ability to liaise closely with and manage cross-office and global project teams.

• Proven ability to manage, coach, and develop those below you from managers to associates.  

• Have a high degree of initiative; roll-up your sleeves-type person who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment.

• Detail oriented, self-starter with an intellectual curiosity and teamwork capabilities.   

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

The salary range for this position is between $350,000 and $450,000, plus discretionary bonus.  Salaries are allocated based on individual experience

Stax, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability (except where the disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification), sexual orientation, genetic makeup, predisposition or carrier status, familial or marital status, military or veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.