Associate Director - Valuations

About the Role: As an Associate Director in our Transaction Advisory team, you will gain end-to-end exposure to both buy-side and sell-side transactions, giving you a holistic deal-making experience beyond siloed roles. You'll work on challenging, high-profile engagements that accelerate your professional growth, showcase your expertise, and create meaningful impact for clients. You will lead and mentor a high-performing team of valuation professionals, fostering their growth and development while contributing to the expansion and success of the valuation practice. Key Responsibilities: - Produce defensible valuation reports using DCF, market multiples, and asset-based methods that meet client and regulatory standards. - Lead complex valuation engagements involving cross-border entities, niche industries, and unique business models. - Set clear goals, provide strategic direction, and build a collaborative, accountable team culture. - Mentor junior team members, ensuring consistent quality and continuous technical growth. - Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders through proactive communication. - Drive thought leadership through articles, case studies, and published insights. - Identify and pursue new business opportunities while strengthening existing client relationships. - Build and interpret sophisticated financial models underpinning valuation and strategic decisions. - Analyze financial data to surface performance trends and key valuation/business drivers. Required Skills & Experience: - Strong proficiency in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and Excel; familiarity with Capital IQ or similar tools is a plus. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. - Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. - CA / CFA / MBA (Finance) preferred; Registered Valuer credential a plus.