KPMG Ireland
Turnround and Restructuring Manager/Associate Director
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When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.
We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.
Are you our next Turnaround and Restructuring Manager/Associate Director
Location: Belfast, as part of our hybrid working model.
Grade: Associate Director
Contract type: Perm
A Snapshot Of Your Peer Group
- Accountancy qualification (Chartered Accountant or equivalent)
- Experience in restructuring, corporate recovery, insolvency or related advisory fields
- Strong financial analysis skills
- Experience supporting or leading financial restructuring engagements, including options assessments, independent business reviews (IBRs), and stakeholderled restructuring processes
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders under pressure
- Excellent drive, commitment and enthusiasm, combined with strong project management discipline
Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:
We are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Associate Director or Manager or to join our growing Turnaround & Restructuring practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on some of the most complex and high-profile restructuring, insolvency and advisory assignments across the UK and Ireland. The successful candidate will take a leading role in managing client engagements, developing and mentoring team members, and supporting business development initiatives, while working closely with lenders, investors, corporates and other key stakeholders. We are looking for an individual with strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder management skills and a proven ability to deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Responsibilities Include
Client Delivery
- Lead a portfolio of restructuring, insolvency and turnaround engagements from inception through to completion
- Act as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, lenders, legal advisers, management teams and other key stakeholders
- Manage complex formal insolvency appointments, including administrations, receiverships, liquidations and bankruptcies, ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements
- Lead financial and operational reviews, business viability assessments and options analyses to support stakeholder decision-making
- Prepare and review reports, stakeholder communications, statutory documentation and other key deliverables to a consistently high standard
- Identify and proactively manage engagement risks, issues and stakeholder sensitivities, escalating matters where appropriate
- Support businesses experiencing financial or operational challenges by helping them evaluate restructuring, refinancing and turnaround options
- Ensure all assignments are delivered in accordance with professional standards, regulatory requirements and internal risk management procedures
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Project Management
- Develop detailed project plans and monitor progress against key milestones and deliverables
- Manage engagement economics including budgets, WIP, recoveries and billing
- Manage multidisciplinary engagement teams, coordinating resources, workstreams and deliverables across multiple assignments
- Drive process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, consistency and scalability across engagements
- Support the use of technology and data solutions to improve client delivery and reporting
Team Leadership
- Coach, mentor and develop associates within the team
- Review work produced by associates and provide constructive feedback
- Support recruitment, training and performance development initiatives
- Promote a collaborative and high-performing team culture
Business Development
- Assist in the preparation of proposals, pitches and client presentations
- Build relationships with clients, intermediaries, solicitors, tax professionals and colleagues across service lines
- Identify opportunities for additional services and cross-selling across the wider firm
- Support marketing and thought leadership initiatives to enhance the profile of the Turnaround and Restructuring practice.
Your Team
Our Turnaround & Restructuring practice operates across Belfast, Dublin, Cork and Galway and comprises more than 80 highly skilled professionals. We are a leading provider of restructuring, insolvency and corporate simplification services, supporting businesses, lenders, investors and other stakeholders across a broad range of situations.
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Benefits Tailored For You
At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That’s why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:
- Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.
- Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
- Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
- Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
- Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
- Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
- Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.
- Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.
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We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.
Career Progression with Continuous Support
From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.
We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.
Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity
Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html
Ready to Join Us?
If you meet most of the criteria, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV. KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.
For any specific queries about the role, please contact Niamh McRory
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