Merger & Acquisition Restructuring Services (MARS) Quality & Risk Manager

$161,490 - $299,910/Yr

Deloitte - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Senior

Atlanta, GA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The MARS Quality and Risk Manager (QRM) at Deloitte will play a pivotal role in supporting internal client service engagement teams involved in the acquisition or divestiture of assets or businesses. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in mergers and acquisitions, particularly in the context of risk management and compliance. The QRM will lead consultations with client engagement teams, focusing on the review, drafting, and negotiation of client service contracts and third-party access letter agreements. Additionally, the role involves advising on interfirm agreements and navigating cross-border engagement considerations, ensuring that all engagements adhere to ethical standards and confidentiality requirements. The responsibilities extend to managing potential engagement conflicts, advising on independence considerations, and evaluating client acceptance processes. The QRM will also be responsible for compliance tasks, including updating policy manuals and coordinating internal practice reviews. This position requires strong leadership skills, as the QRM will lead presentations and training sessions, as well as pre-clearing external communications such as marketing materials and proposals. The role is designed for a detail-oriented individual who can effectively communicate complex issues and develop innovative solutions to business challenges. In addition to client engagement responsibilities, the QRM will oversee administrative and compliance functions, ensuring that the MARS practice operates within established guidelines and best practices. This includes monitoring practice reviews, identifying lessons learned, and revising engagement letters to streamline processes. The QRM will also be tasked with developing and presenting risk topics at quarterly staff meetings and updating training materials for new hires. Overall, this position is integral to maintaining the quality and integrity of MARS services while supporting the growth and success of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead consultations with client engagement teams regarding client service contracts and third-party access agreements.
• Advise on contract structuring and perform risk reviews to mitigate exposure.
• Support contract negotiations and consult with the Office of General Counsel on contracting matters.
• Review and modify audit and tax workpaper access letter agreements from other firms.
• Evaluate potential conflict matters related to bankruptcy and litigation involving MARS clients.
• Understand and apply client acceptance policies and independence rules relevant to MARS services.
• Coordinate and monitor practice reviews for annual selection of Advisory PPMDs.
• Develop and present risk topics at MARS quarterly staff meetings and update training materials.
• Research and monitor geopolitical and economic trends affecting MARS services.
• Manage lender access benchmark statistics and support special projects.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of consulting, contracting, and management experience.
• BBA/BA/BS in a related field with experience in delivering M&A client services.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating letter agreements related to M&A.
• Ability to work directly with senior-level individuals internally and externally.
• Accreditation as a Licensed CPA, Licensed Attorney, or Enrolled Agent.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong research and problem-solving skills.
• High degree of curiosity regarding M&A contracts and letter agreements.
• Ability to evaluate risks associated with conflicts and third-party access.
• Proven track record in QRM or as a Risk Manager.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual incentive program based on individual and organizational performance.