Director Traffic Specialist - Power, Renewables & Energy Transition

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

Within the Corporate Finance practice, our Power, Renewables & Energy Transition team is a leading adviser to businesses, lenders, equity and infrastructure investors, law firms, and utilities in the US, UK, Europe and internationally. We have been involved in a wide range of engagements drawing on our finance, accounting, economic, and industry expertise. We provide critical insight and advisory support in the context of strategic decision-making, financial and operational restructuring, due diligence, transaction advisory, merger integration, business carve-outs and performance improvement. In addition, this role will have a specific focus on project finance loan structuring, execution, and monitoring. The sectors we work in include solar, wind, energy storage, autonomous vehicles, utilities, thermal generation, and water, amongst others.   

What You’ll Do

Directors have a central role on projects, taking day-to-day responsibility for delivery, organization of the work into streams, and the effective use of Consultants and Senior Consultants. Typically, Directors will work with senior project team members to develop the approach to projects, or parts of large projects, and are responsible for anticipating, identifying and resolving issues and keeping more senior project team members informed of progress. Directors are responsible for the preparation of major client deliverables, including their structure and content.  

Specific Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience executing and managing international physical commodity transactions, including bulk raw materials, with expertise in contract administration, trade finance instruments (Letters of Credit, bank guarantees), and end-to-end supply chain execution within a commodity trading, mining, or metals environment.

• Advanced knowledge of global logistics and trade operations, including dry bulk vessel chartering, container shipping, warehousing, rail and truck transportation, assaying and sampling procedures, Incoterms 2020, UCP 600, maritime shipping regulations, and international customs compliance.

• Demonstrated expertise in commercial risk management and dispute resolution, including demurrage, detention, quality and assay claims, quotation period (QP) management, payables and recoverables calculations, vendor invoice approval, CTRM systems, and collaboration with trading, finance, and risk teams to mitigate operational and financial exposure.

How You’ll Grow  

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.   

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role. 

What You Will Need To Succeed  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Trade, Logistics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• Ability to travel to clients and to FTI offices as needed

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on an full-time basis; the employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Preferred Qualifications 

• Meaningful experience in financial statement analysis and financial modelling (e.g., 3-statement, 13-week cash flow, DCF, etc.)

• Effective in communicating orally and in writing, including experience writing formal reports 

• Strong project management skills and experience in managing people and individual work streams 

• Ability to develop and apply robust methods to address complex economic and/or financial issues

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of other relevant analytical software

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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