At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.
AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person (at client site or AlixPartners office) and remote working. Travel is part of this position, but the frequency may vary based on client, team, and individual circumstances.
What you'll doAre you ready to build a future that exceeds your expectations? At AlixPartners, a leading global consulting firm, we help CEOs, boards, and owners tackle their most complex, high-value challenges—often those making front-page news and shaping Board Room agendas.
Our Energy & Process Industries (EPI) practice works with healthy, underperforming, and distressed companies across the refining, petrochemicals, and broader downstream value chain. We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Director to lead and expand our Refining & Chemicals platform. This role requires a proven leader who can drive transformational client delivery, spearhead business development, and manage multiple high-stakes engagements simultaneously.
You will collaborate with C-level executives at national, integrated, and independent energy and chemicals companies, as well as institutional investors and portfolio firms. Drawing on your deep industry expertise, you'll deliver measurable results across strategy, operations, capital, and performance.
As part of our collaborative, fast-paced team, you will work on urgent, high-impact situations—helping clients unlock value while pursuing your own professional development and growth aspirations.
Lead end-to-end client delivery across strategy, operational improvement, cost transformation, and commercial performance in refining and petrochemicals
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives and boards—especially in situations of urgency, complexity, or underperformance
Oversee and coordinate multiple concurrent client engagements, ensuring excellence in delivery and outcomes across teams
Drive business development efforts with both existing and new clients—developing relationships, shaping opportunities, and converting high-value mandates
Build and develop the practice, including talent development, capability building, and cross-functional collaboration across AlixPartners globally
Collaborate closely with peers in turnaround, restructuring, due diligence, and value creation to bring multi-disciplinary solutions to clients and investors
The Performance Improvement Director - Refining & Chemicals (Energy & Process Industries Practice) is a permanent role located in Singapore and reports to the Partner.
This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities.
What you'll needA minimum of 15 years of experience with a blend of strategic consulting and industry leadership in refining, petrochemicals, or downstream
Experience may include time with:
A top-tier strategy firm at Senior Manager or Principal level
A global energy or chemicals operator in VP or senior functional/strategy roles
An institutional investor or PE-backed portfolio company with a focus on value creation
Demonstrated ability to lead both delivery and business development across complex client portfolios
Deep understanding of global energy markets, value chains, and regional dynamics, with experience in the Asia Pacific region a strong plus
Prior involvement in M&A, commercial diligence, or post-deal transformation is advantageous
A track record of high-impact problem solving, boardroom presence, and driving results under pressure
Strong academic credentials from a top university; advanced degree (MBA, MS)
Advanced written communication skills experienced with preparing client ready documents as well as structuring and developing presentation materials
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, database applications and other related tools
Fluency in English is critical; proficiency in an additional Asian language would be advantageous
High energy style, flexible and adaptive, with the ability to work well in a very fast paced environment
Willingness to travel extensively
You will hold valid work authorization for Singapore, or be able to obtain such (administrative support will be provided by AlixPartners to obtain permits)
Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, and in particular as unique projects/needs arise
Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners' Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization
The firm offers market-leading benefits that provide flexible options to support our employee’s needs including health benefits to help prioritise their physical and emotional well-being, time-off policies to help to recharge and financial/ retirement benefits that offer income protection and support long-term planning.
The benefit type and level differ per location.
AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
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Skills Required
- Minimum of 15 years of experience blending strategic consulting and industry leadership in refining, petrochemicals, or downstream
- Demonstrated ability to lead both delivery and business development across complex client portfolios
- Deep understanding of global energy markets, value chains, and regional dynamics
- Experience in the Asia Pacific region
- Prior involvement in M&A, commercial diligence, or post-deal transformation
- Track record of high-impact problem solving, boardroom presence, and driving results under pressure
- Strong academic credentials from a top university; advanced degree (MBA, MS)
- Advanced written communication skills and ability to prepare client-ready documents and presentations
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and database applications
- Fluency in English
- Proficiency in an additional Asian language
- High energy style, flexible and adaptive; ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel extensively
- Willingness to work outside of normal business hours as projects require
- Valid work authorization for Singapore or ability to obtain such (administrative support provided)
AlixPartners Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AlixPartners and has not been reviewed or approved by AlixPartners.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Pay is positioned as market-competitive to above-market in core consulting tracks, with sizable variable pay that can meaningfully lift total compensation in strong years. Total compensation is also described as especially competitive within restructuring/turnaround relative to many generalist peers, even if comparisons versus top strategy firms can vary by level and year.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as up to 12 weeks of bonding leave in addition to birth-related short-term disability, which is competitive in U.S. consulting. Family-building support is highlighted via fertility/IVF, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, plus programs to support new parents and caregivers.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — A Value Accumulation Plan (VAP) provides equity-linked units after tenure thresholds, giving eligible employees long-term upside that is uncommon below the partner level in consulting. This ownership-like component is positioned as a distinctive wealth-building differentiator beyond standard salary and bonus.
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What We Do
For more than forty years, AlixPartners has helped businesses around the world respond quickly and decisively to their most critical challenges – circumstances as diverse as urgent performance improvement, accelerated transformation, complex restructuring and risk mitigation. These are the moments when everything is on the line – a sudden shift in the market, an unexpected performance decline, a time-sensitive deal, a fork-in-the-road decision. But it’s not what we do that makes a difference, it’s how we do it. Tackling situations when time is of the essence is part of our DNA – so we adopt an action-oriented approach at all times. We work in small, highly qualified teams with specific industry and functional expertise, and we operate at pace, moving quickly from analysis to implementation. We stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients until the job is done, and only measure our success in terms of the results we deliver. Our approach enables us to help our clients confront and overcome truly future-defining challenges. We partner with you to make the right decisions and take the right actions. And we are right by your side. When it really matters. Recent Awards & Recognition: - Best Firm to Work For – Consulting Magazine, 2023 - Best Places to Work For LGBTQ+ Equality – Human Rights Campaign, 2022 - Best Management Consulting Firms – Forbes, 2021 - Ranked in the Top 10 in UHLALA Group’s Pride Index
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