Senior Director

Company Description

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

Job Description

• Lead and manage the Disputes Advisory & Litigation Support sub-practice, focusing on Financial Services matters, including Broker-Dealer and Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) teams.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for complex investigations, risk assessments, and dispute resolution engagements.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor on high stakes matters requiring urgent attention and clear-cut analysis.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed reports, presentations, and expert testimony for litigation and regulatory proceedings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions that address clients’ technical, scientific, financial, and strategic needs.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a culture of integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks to provide proactive advice and innovative solutions to clients.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery of client engagements.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in finance, law, business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in risk management, investigations, disputes advisory, or litigation support, with a focus on financial services.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and provide clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience delivering expert testimony and engaging with senior executives and regulatory bodies.
• Deep understanding of the financial services industry, including Broker-Dealer and RIA regulations and practices.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to client service.
• Ability to travel as needed to meet client and project requirements

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Additional Information

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefit

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $190,000 - $220,000. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com.

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