Description Alvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance Improvement Director, AI Transformation – Private Equity Consulting About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M. The Team A&M’s Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice, with offices throughout the US, focuses on serving the middle market and large cap private equity firms who have engaged A&M to help improve operating results at their portfolio companies. Our professionals are aligned with a PEPI service line to promote the development of deep functional skills & experiences and to maximize our ability to tailor solutions to solve our clients' business issues. Our PEPI services include: • AI Transformation • Manufacturing Operations Improvement • Interim Management • M&A Services • Supply Chain • CFO Services Alvarez & Marsal combines our heritage in taking on complex and challenging environments and situations with our experience in Aerospace, Defense & Aviation to help create high performing teams and deliver results. Our seasoned industry experts are called on by the highest levels of the Pentagon and the largest acquisition programs in the history of the US Department of Defense (DoD), foreign governments and partner nations. Senior executives, members of the boards of directors, operators of commercial aviation companies, suppliers, prime contractors, OEMs and the broad and diverse multi-tier supplier networks across the global defense industrial base rely on our professionals to address the current market challenges with a keen eye toward unlocking value. The industry has recently faced unprecedented challenges. Delivering results in the new global operating environment is not only a matter of operating performance improvement and shareholder value, but also a matter of financial solvency and national security. Our diverse and extended platform of experts ranges from engineers, data scientists, to financial, operating and industry executives, making A&M the partner of choice when a generic approach to problem solving is simply not enough. We bring a history of success working collaboratively with clients to take on the toughest short-term challenges and deliver long-term sustainable results. The Aerospace, Defense & Aviation team takes holistic, cross-functional approaches that focus on quickly identifying high impact opportunities for EBITDA and operational improvements across the entire organization. Our team is targeting high growth in the next 2-4 years. We offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and building leadership skills. The Aerospace, Defense & Aviation leadership team is focused on providing career development, training and exposure to international business assignments. AI Transformation Practice The AI Transformation team works directly with private equity firms and their portfolio companies to drive value through applied AI. Our engagements span: • AI disruption diligence • AI strategy and operating model design • Margin expansion and cost optimization through automation and analytics • Process redesign and workflow transformation • AI-enabled product builds and digital capabilities • New growth initiatives powered by data and advanced analytics • End-to-end transformation execution, governance and value tracking We align AI initiatives with investment theses, financial targets, and operational realities to ensure durable impact. How You Will Contribute As a Director in the PE AI Transformation team, you will lead AI-driven value creation engagements independently across the private equity lifecycle. You will serve as the senior delivery leader responsible for structuring workstreams, managing client relationships, and ensuring financial outcomes are achieved. This role requires strong program management capabilities, operational transformation experience, and the ability to translate AI opportunities into concrete business results. Key Responsibilities Engagement Leadership • Lead AI transformation engagements across PE-backed portfolio companies, owning scope, workplan, deliverables, and executive-level communication • Manage cross-functional teams spanning strategy, operations, technology, and data to ensure disciplined execution against defined financial targets AI Strategy, Diligence & Value Creation • Identify and prioritize AI use cases aligned to EBITDA improvement, margin expansion, and growth objectives • Lead AI-focused diligence workstreams, assessing AI maturity, technical capabilities, and value potential • Develop AI-enabled operating models and transformation roadmaps grounded in operational feasibility and financial impact Transformation Execution & Governance • Establish program governance, KPI tracking, and reporting frameworks tied to value realization • Oversee vendors and implementation partners while managing timelines, budgets, and execution risks • Redesign core processes to embed AI into day-to-day operations and align organization structures with new capabilities Practice Contribution • Support business development efforts, including proposal development and client presentations • Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of AI transformation methodologies and assets Qualifications Required Experience • 8–12+ years of experience in strategy consulting, operational transformation, or value creation roles • Demonstrated leadership of complex, multi-workstream transformation programs with measurable financial outcomes • Strong PMO and program governance experience • Experience working with private equity firms or PE-backed portfolio companies • Track record of delivering margin improvement, cost optimization, or growth initiatives AI & Technology Fluency • Working understanding of AI applications in business contexts (automation, predictive analytics, generative AI) • Experience translating AI opportunities into operational and financial impact • Ability to engage credibly with both executive stakeholders and technical teams Preferred Background • Experience at a top-tier consulting firm • Operational transformation and process redesign experience • MBA or advanced degree preferred Your journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals. Benefits Summary Full-time Positions and Part-time Positions Over 30 hours Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs. The salary range is $150,000 - $225,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details. Inclusive Diversity A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way. Equal Opportunity Employer It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here. Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.