Researcher | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

Who We Are  

FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.   

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.  

Are you ready to make your impact? 

About The Role 

FTI Consulting currently has a vacancy for a Research Consultant on the Origination team within the Corporate Finance & Restructuring (CF&R). Based in London office., the individual in this position will provide financial and market intelligence and analysis that supports the EMEA CF&R practice. In particular, they will assist in obtaining, analyzing and evaluating financial statement data and market intelligence required for business development and origination. Additional responsibilities include research and monitoring of stressed/distressed companies, and relevant business developments and industry trends.

What You’ll Do 

• Analysis and monitoring of potential opportunities
• Coordination and management of the opportunity pipeline, liaising with senior leaders to ensure prioritisation and progression of leads
• Preparation for and participation in UK and EMEA pursuits calls
• To act as ‘centre of excellence’ for research across the EMEA CF team
• Assist with research, analysis and presentation of materials used in pitch books and client presentations.
• Evaluate the financial performance of stressed/distressed companies.
• Work with practitioners and business developers to implement processes and create work products that support business development opportunities.
• Monitor critical events and developments for companies and industries of interest to key CF&R practitioners.
• Support the development and execution of thought leadership reports and related materials.
• Create regular and periodic presentations, reporting packages and communications to convey relevant facts and findings to CF&R team to promote knowledge sharing and build awareness on key areas of focus for the business

How You’ll Grow  

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.   

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role. 

What You Will Need to Succeed   

Basic Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related subject, or another degree subject with demonstrable interest in finance and financial markets
• [2-3] years of post-university work experience; preferably within consulting, banking, private markets, journalism, or credit research
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, in particular a mastery of Microsoft Excel is required.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial market and research databases, including but not limited to: SP’s Capital IQ, Bloomberg, Factiva
• Strong analytical skills pertaining to the evaluation of corporate financial performance, detail-oriented, quick learner, and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong aptitude in Capital IQ and Bloomberg is preferred, including formula writing in Excel for these research platforms.
• Understanding of corporate credit analysis, distressed debt markets and bond mathematics.
• Familiarity with bankruptcy basics
• Able to navigate corporate loan agreements, bond indentures and evaluate key provisions of these documents.
• Ability to synthesize research findings and analysis into digestible-size emails and report packages.

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