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Associate Director - Special Investigations
Make an Impact at RSM UK
Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions for RSM’s current and future clients within the middle market. Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue.
At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path.
We are looking for an Associate Director to join our Special Investigations team in London. Our Special Investigations team focus on contentious insolvency and fraud investigations with a demonstrated history of recovering assets from both the UK and overseas.
You will make an impact by:
1. Plan assignments in accordance with the Firm's standard procedures and relevant statutory and extra statutory obligations, and to confirm arrangements with the client, company, or appointer, including likely costs and billing arrangements.
2. Manage a large portfolio of insolvency cases, including compulsory liquidations, creditors voluntary liquidations, and bankruptcies.
3. Brief staff (including those based in other offices working on the assignment) on cases, supervise and control the completion of work, and undertake ‘on the job' training and appraisals where appropriate.
4. Conduct detailed analysis of financial information and other records to identify issues, assets, and antecedent transactions including misfeasance, transactions at undervalue, and breach of duty claims.
5. Ensure that the job is completed within budget, and discuss all material points arising with the assignment director or partner immediately, particularly in relation to any anticipated overruns, or significant changes in likely outcome.
6. Liaise with third parties and stakeholders, including directors and creditors throughout the appointment/assignment. The role will include the briefing of legal advisors and close working with them during litigation matters.
7. Ensure that appropriate liaison takes place with other internal departments on cases as and when required, and develop a detailed knowledge of the firm's specialist services.
What we are looking for:
Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!
We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:
1. Previous experience operating at manager level in a similar role is required.
2. JIEB qualified.
3. Proven experience in insolvency fraud investigation cases.
4. Strong interpersonal skills and comfortable communicating with all levels.
5. Strong problem-solving skills.
6. Proven experience in client handling and case management skills.
7. Previous experience in managing, developing, and coaching team members.
8. Demonstrable experience in litigation presenting cases for Court.
9. The motivation to make a difference, being a trusted and respected advisor to our clients and colleagues.
10. Strong organisational and time management skills.
11. You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong commercial outlook.
What we can offer you:
We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.
1. Study Support
2. Hybrid and Flexible working
3. 27 Days Holiday with the option of purchasing additional days
4. Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme, and access to a virtual GP.
5. Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our in-house Talent Development team.
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