Senior Associate, Portfolio Improvement

About Regent:

Regent is a global private holding company focused on investing in and transforming businesses across a broad spectrum of industries including automotive, technology, consumer products, retail, industrial, and media. Known for driving innovation and operational excellence, Regent partners with management teams to unlock long-term value.

As part of its expansion, Regent is seeking a Sr. Associate, Portfolio Transformation to support the strategic and operational turnaround of its portfolio companies.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Sr. Associate, Portfolio Transformation to spearhead restructuring and performance improvement initiatives across Regent's investments both domestically and internationally. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in operational and financial restructuring, ideally from a top-tier consulting or advisory firm, coupled with portfolio management experience at a PE firm.

This role reports to the Chairman and will work closely with local management teams and Regent’s global leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Transformation Initiatives: Design and execute comprehensive business transformation and turnaround strategies to drive profitability, efficiency, and sustainable growth.
• Operational Assessment: Conduct deep-dive diagnostics into plant operations, supply chain, sales, and SG&A functions to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Financial Restructuring: Analyze balance sheet structures, cash flow, and working capital to identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as a bridge between Regent's leadership and portfolio company management, ensuring strategic alignment and execution.
• Project Leadership: Drive cross-functional projects with clear KPIs, timelines, and reporting mechanisms. Ensure delivery of cost, performance, and cultural transformation targets.
• M&A Integration Support: Provide operational and financial diligence on bolt-on acquisitions; support post-merger integration efforts.
• Change Management: Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the portfolio companies.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Education & Experience:

• 3-7 years of experience, with a strong background in business transformation, operational restructuring, or performance improvement.
• Previous experience at a top-tier restructuring consulting firm (e.g., AlixPartners, Alvarez & Marsal, Roland Berger Restructuring, PwC Deals/Restructuring).
• Strong finance background, ideally with experience in FP&A, investment banking, or private equity.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proven ability to drive change in complex operational environments.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Executive-level communication and stakeholder management.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.

Compensation:

• Compensation is commensurate with experience and performance. A reasonable estimate would be base salary $150,00-175,00 + bonus.