Job Description:
Valuation Director - Disputes and Investigations
New York City, NY or Northbrook, IL
About
Hilco Global is the world’s preeminent authority on maximizing the value of assets for both healthy and distressed companies. We provide a comprehensive range of financial services that leverage a unique blend of deep restructuring and advisory experience in combination with capital solutions and principal investing through our merchant banking capabilities.
Hilco Global’s unrivaled track record has been hard-earned by serving as a trusted advisor, agent, investor and/or principal in transactions of all sizes and scopes for many of the world’s largest, most innovative and best-known companies. In each engagement, we work side-by-side with clients to deliver the best possible outcome by aligning interests and providing strategic insight, advice, and – increasingly – access to the capital required to complete the deal. Operating as a privately held, diversified financial services holding company, Hilco Global, is more than twenty highly specialized business units and 800+ professionals are positioned across five continents.
Our growing team has an open role for an experienced Director to lead and grow our Disputes and Investigations practice. You will be responsible for managing
engagements involving litigation, arbitration, and other dispute-related matters. This role requires strong technical expertise, hands-on client management, and the ability to develop and execute strategic growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee complex valuation engagements tied to commercial disputes,
shareholder disputes, bankruptcy litigation, intellectual property, forensic investigations and other contested matters.
• Prepare and defend valuation analyses for expert witness testimony.
• Draft expert reports, rebuttal reports, and provide deposition and courtroom
support.
• Manage client relationships, communicate directly with attorneys, corporate
clients, and other stakeholders.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior valuation professionals.
• Collaborate with internal teams across appraisal, restructuring, and advisory
practices.
• Drive business development initiatives, including proposal preparation, client
pitches, and thought leadership.
• Stay current on relevant legal, regulatory, and valuation standards.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field;
advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in business valuation, litigation consulting,
forensic accounting, or disputes advisory.
• Accreditation such as ASA, CFA, CPA/ABV, or similar designation preferred.
• Proven experience in expert witness support or serving as an expert witness.
• Deep knowledge of valuation methodologies (DCF, market comps, option pricing
models, etc.) and financial reporting standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain
complex valuation issues to non-technical audiences.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on practice growth and client service
excellence.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
In compliance with the New York and Illinois Pay Transparency Law, the base
salary range for this role in Illinois is between $190,000 and $230,000. This salary range does not include discretionary bonus or other forms of compensation or benefits which are offered in connection with this job. Several factors are
considered when determining a candidate’s compensation. Please note that the
salary range listed for this position is based on the level of experience outlined in the job description. If a candidate's experience differs from the requirements, the salary may be adjusted accordingly.
Hilco Global is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered on merits and without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age (40 and older), sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, gender, veteran, or disability status.
Hilco Global strives to comply with all applicable local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, Hilco Global is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. https://hilcoglobal.com/careers-about/
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What We Do
Hilco Global is an independent financial services company providing Valuation, Monetization, Advisory, and Capital Solution services for all tangible and intangible assets. Hilco is the world’s preeminent authority in assisting healthy and distressed companies and their constituencies derive maximum value from assets. Hilco provides a suite of strategic services to help companies, their advisors and investors identify the value in business assets, monetize those assets either through acquisition or disposition, and leverage the assets to obtain debt or equity capital. Services include:
- Asset Appraisals, Enterprise Valuations and IP Valuations
- Retail, Consumer and Industrial Inventory Monetization
- Machinery and Equipment Monetization
- Real Estate Repositioning
- Private Equity Investing
- A/R and other Debt Acquisitions
- Retail Performance and Profit Enhancement Consulting
Hilco is composed of independent operating units, each specializing in one or more aspects of our complete business services package. Operating units are staffed and managed by teams of highly-skilled, experienced men and women, all of whom share an unwavering commitment to quality service, the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity, and to the achievement of successful results.
Hilco Global is the holding company for twenty integrated business units delivering expert solutions and proven value on every engagement for 30 years. It provides platform services to the business units, including legal and accounting, marketing and capital. In addition, Hilco delivers the discipline of a parent. While each business group has its own personality and talents, Hilco oversees performance to ensure a level of service consistent with Hilco's elevated standards.
