Sales & Purchase Advisory (SPA), Associate Director/ Director – Melbourne or Sydney

Sales & Purchase Advisory (SPA), Associate Director/ Director – Melbourne or Sydney About Us

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action, and results‑oriented professionals in more than 40 countries. With a strong global presence and a $4.5 billion USD business headquartered in New York, A&M is a trusted name in the consulting industry.

Description

Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. Guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity, our collaborative environment and engaging work are why our people love working here.

The Team

Our Transaction Advisory Group (TAG) at A&M has grown rapidly, along with the rest of the organisation, since entering the Australian market in late 2022. TAG professionals—many of whom are former Big Four advisors—help clients navigate buy‑side and sell‑side transactions through various approaches.

How You Will Contribute

Lead and manage SPA engagements, including review, negotiation, and execution of Sale and Purchase Agreements in M&A transactions.

Advise clients on pricing mechanisms (completion accounts, locked box, earn‑outs) and purchase price adjustments.

Identify and resolve SPA‑related disputes, including post‑transaction issues and warranty claims.

Collaborate with due diligence, valuation, and tax teams to deliver integrated transaction solutions.

Act as the primary point of contact for clients, legal advisors, and counterparties throughout the SPA process.

Contribute to the future growth and culture of the SPA practice.

Support business development initiatives and help position A&M as a market leader in SPA advisory.

Qualifications

Significant experience in SPA advisory and transaction services/M&A, ideally gained in a Big 4 or leading advisory environment.

Deep technical knowledge of SPA structures, pricing mechanisms, and dispute resolution.

Entrepreneurial mindset, with a passion for building and growing new service lines.

Strong financial analysis and project management skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Collaborative, adaptable, and motivated to make a real impact.

Your Journey at A&M

Culture: Supportive and empathetic workplace with no unnecessary bureaucracy or micro‑management.

Rewards: Competitive pay packages above market rates, with performance bonuses tied to your achievements.

Clients: Exposure to a broad range of industries and impactful work.

Leadership: Approachable and open leadership styles that foster autonomy and professional growth.

Flexibility: Flexible work environment with respect for work‑life balance.

Growth: The chance to help build something exciting, work closely with senior leaders, and be part of a culture that values merit, innovation, and collaboration.

Excited by the prospect of growing with us? Apply now and help us build a market‑leading SPA practice within A&M Australia’s Transaction Advisory Group!

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 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.

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