2021 Graduate Scheme | Corporate Finance, Restructuring
- Recruiter
- FTI Consulting
- Location
- London, UK
- Salary
- 0-0
- Posted
- 05 May 2021
- Closes
- 09 May 2021
- Ref
- 380213223
- Job role
- Accountant
- Sector
- Accounting - Public practice
- Experience level
- Entry level, Graduate scheme
About the Role
Our market leading Restructuring practice provides a wide range of financial restructuring services and advice to underperforming and financially stressed businesses, their lenders, shareholders and other stakeholders.
Our team has over 30 years global experience working on some of the most high-profile restructurings and insolvency cases, including Thomas Cook, Debenhams, Carillion and Steinhoff. Our clients include all of the major global financial institutions, private equity houses, city law firms and many corporates. We work with clients across many industries to quickly ascertain key issues and to react immediately on behalf of our clients to implement viable and sustainable restructuring solutions and exit strategies.
As part of our Restructuring team, you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of fast-paced international restructuring and insolvency assignments. This graduate position is within our Restructuring team and is primarily focused on corporate insolvency cases (e.g. administrations, liquidations, company voluntary arrangements, receiverships). Insolvency appointments are required in a wide range of scenarios and can be used to deliver a restructuring solution, as well as in scenarios where a restructuring cannot be achieved to seek to sell or close the business.
What you will do
Day to day responsibilities will vary depending on projects but are likely to include:
Insolvency
Accounting and cashiering responsibilities for insolvency cases Dealing with various aspects of insolvency case management and compliance Setting up and maintaining files, records, and project management controls Completing data analysis and updating spreadsheets and models Assisting in preparation of reports for creditors and other key stakeholders Communicating with a range of stakeholders and dealing with their queries e.g. employees, creditors, management, landlords Assisting in the ongoing operations of trading businesses in administration Assisting more senior staff as required e.g. realisation of assets, sale of business Preparing dividends to be paid to creditors
As you progress, your accounting and insolvency experience and knowledge will develop allowing you to take on more responsibility on projects.
General
Researching company or sector specific opportunities Assisting with preparation of pitches for new projects Preparing ad hoc market analysis Data manipulation and analysis on restructuring projects
What we are looking for
If you have, or are expecting a first or upper second class degree and are looking for a career in a firm that will give you the opportunities to succeed, then we encourage you to apply.
Any degree discipline will be considered however candidates should be able to demonstrate their ability to think logically and work with numbers. We are particularly interested in candidates with quantitative or semi-quantitative backgrounds for example degrees in mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics, chemistry, economics, business, management, accounting and finance are typical. However, if you have demonstrated strong numerical skills at A Level a numerical degree is not essential.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are also essential as the role will involve communications with a varied group of stakeholders - for example management, lenders, employees and suppliers. The role also requires good organisation, self-management, proactivity, and teamwork skills.
We look for highly analytical graduates who are able to think critically and think on their feet. Under the ACCA, you will work towards becoming a Chartered Accountant. We are committed to the development of our people and our in-house and on the job training will complement your studies. Career progression is along a clearly defined route, with regular appraisals and professional guidance.
The application process
Please click the apply button Please ensure you attach both a CV and covering letter when applying Please also submit your answers to the following questions in a supporting document or during the application:
What attracts you to working in the insolvency team at FTI Consulting and what qualities make you suited to the role? Please summarise a recent UK insolvency case you've read about in the news and explain i) why the company has failed; and ii) what strategy has been employed by the appointed insolvency practitioner.
Only candidates who submit all documents will be considered.
This role has been temporarily reopened. The closing date for applications is: 7 th May 2021.
Our Benefits
Apart from the well-structured career path and excellent team environment, our employees enjoy a variety of perks and benefits.
We offer a competitive benefits and wellbeing programme including private medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, income protection, flex critical illness cover, 5% employer pension contribution, holiday buy, discounted gym membership, interest free travel loans, paid volunteer hours and corporate matching for charitable donations, and much more.
About FTI Consulting
What makes us unique? With more than 5,000 employees located in offices in every corner of the globe, we are the firm our clients call when their most important issues are at stake. Regardless of what level you are, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from top experts in your field on high-profile engagements that impact history. Our culture is collaborative, and we value diversity, recognition, development and making a difference in our communities.
FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and has been recognized as a Best Firm to Work For by Consulting magazine and one of America's Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes . For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Twitter ( @FTIConsulting ), Facebook and LinkedIn .
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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Our market leading Restructuring practice provides a wide range of financial restructuring services and advice to underperforming and financially stressed businesses, their lenders, shareholders and other stakeholders.
Our team has over 30 years global experience working on some of the most high-profile restructurings and insolvency cases, including Thomas Cook, Debenhams, Carillion and Steinhoff. Our clients include all of the major global financial institutions, private equity houses, city law firms and many corporates. We work with clients across many industries to quickly ascertain key issues and to react immediately on behalf of our clients to implement viable and sustainable restructuring solutions and exit strategies.
As part of our Restructuring team, you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of fast-paced international restructuring and insolvency assignments. This graduate position is within our Restructuring team and is primarily focused on corporate insolvency cases (e.g. administrations, liquidations, company voluntary arrangements, receiverships). Insolvency appointments are required in a wide range of scenarios and can be used to deliver a restructuring solution, as well as in scenarios where a restructuring cannot be achieved to seek to sell or close the business.
What you will do
Day to day responsibilities will vary depending on projects but are likely to include:
Insolvency
Accounting and cashiering responsibilities for insolvency cases Dealing with various aspects of insolvency case management and compliance Setting up and maintaining files, records, and project management controls Completing data analysis and updating spreadsheets and models Assisting in preparation of reports for creditors and other key stakeholders Communicating with a range of stakeholders and dealing with their queries e.g. employees, creditors, management, landlords Assisting in the ongoing operations of trading businesses in administration Assisting more senior staff as required e.g. realisation of assets, sale of business Preparing dividends to be paid to creditors
As you progress, your accounting and insolvency experience and knowledge will develop allowing you to take on more responsibility on projects.
General
Researching company or sector specific opportunities Assisting with preparation of pitches for new projects Preparing ad hoc market analysis Data manipulation and analysis on restructuring projects
What we are looking for
If you have, or are expecting a first or upper second class degree and are looking for a career in a firm that will give you the opportunities to succeed, then we encourage you to apply.
Any degree discipline will be considered however candidates should be able to demonstrate their ability to think logically and work with numbers. We are particularly interested in candidates with quantitative or semi-quantitative backgrounds for example degrees in mathematics, statistics, engineering, physics, chemistry, economics, business, management, accounting and finance are typical. However, if you have demonstrated strong numerical skills at A Level a numerical degree is not essential.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are also essential as the role will involve communications with a varied group of stakeholders - for example management, lenders, employees and suppliers. The role also requires good organisation, self-management, proactivity, and teamwork skills.
We look for highly analytical graduates who are able to think critically and think on their feet. Under the ACCA, you will work towards becoming a Chartered Accountant. We are committed to the development of our people and our in-house and on the job training will complement your studies. Career progression is along a clearly defined route, with regular appraisals and professional guidance.
The application process
Please click the apply button Please ensure you attach both a CV and covering letter when applying Please also submit your answers to the following questions in a supporting document or during the application:
What attracts you to working in the insolvency team at FTI Consulting and what qualities make you suited to the role? Please summarise a recent UK insolvency case you've read about in the news and explain i) why the company has failed; and ii) what strategy has been employed by the appointed insolvency practitioner.
Only candidates who submit all documents will be considered.
This role has been temporarily reopened. The closing date for applications is: 7 th May 2021.
Our Benefits
Apart from the well-structured career path and excellent team environment, our employees enjoy a variety of perks and benefits.
We offer a competitive benefits and wellbeing programme including private medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, income protection, flex critical illness cover, 5% employer pension contribution, holiday buy, discounted gym membership, interest free travel loans, paid volunteer hours and corporate matching for charitable donations, and much more.
About FTI Consulting
What makes us unique? With more than 5,000 employees located in offices in every corner of the globe, we are the firm our clients call when their most important issues are at stake. Regardless of what level you are, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from top experts in your field on high-profile engagements that impact history. Our culture is collaborative, and we value diversity, recognition, development and making a difference in our communities.
FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and has been recognized as a Best Firm to Work For by Consulting magazine and one of America's Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes . For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Twitter ( @FTIConsulting ), Facebook and LinkedIn .
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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