Deloitte - Los Angeles, CA
posted about 2 months ago
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 quality assurance. 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 compliance with ethical standards and confidentiality protocols. The QRM will also evaluate potential engagement conflicts and independence considerations, manage client acceptance processes, and oversee compliance responsibilities such as policy manual updates and internal practice reviews. In this role, the QRM will be responsible for developing and presenting training materials, leading presentations on risk topics, and pre-clearing external communications, including marketing materials and proposals. The position requires a proactive approach to identifying and addressing risk management issues, as well as a strong ability to communicate complex legal and contractual matters to engagement teams. The QRM will also be expected to stay informed about geopolitical and economic trends that may impact MARS operations, providing guidance on emerging practice issues and supporting special projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong negotiation and communication skills, and have a passion for M&A and risk management. This position offers the flexibility to work from any MARS office, with limited travel requirements, making it suitable for professionals looking to balance their work and personal commitments.