Job Description

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Date Posted: Sep 16, 2025

Description

Associate - Sovereign Advisory Services (SAS)

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 11,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work--guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity--are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

A&M has attracted top performers at every experience level. We are expanding the Sovereign Advisory Services (SAS) team in Dubai and are seeking talented, entrepreneurial people who are interested in developing their careers in the Sovereign Advisory space.


The SAS team is comprised of some of the most experienced professionals in sovereign advisory, central banking, SWF, and bank restructuring. The mission of A&M's Sovereign Advisory Services is to help countries improve debt sustainability, increase access to capital markets, promote economic growth, and improve the efficiency of state-owned assets and how government deliver services to their citizens.

How you will contribute

We are looking for an Associate to join our SAS team in the Dubai office, reporting directly to the Global Practice Leader of SAS. The Associate will undertake economic and financial modelling / analysis, work on sovereign finance topics, while also supporting the team with relevant data work and client pitching.


As an Associate, you will independently develop ideas and solutions to client needs. As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level by gaining invaluable experience in the sovereign space by working closely with experienced professionals with a variety of backgrounds, within and outside of SAS. At A&M, we also like to provide continuous developmental feedback and growth opportunities.


Examples of the types of tasks you would be expected to work on include:

Gather relevant data and produce, analysis and presentations to clients and/or other members of the team in relation to relevant economic fundamentals, forecasts, news pieces, relevant papers and more for client work and/or pitches Build efficient excel models with the required outputs and scenarios for the benefit of transactions executed or for internal needs Assist in the production of published articles/ thought pieces to help reinforce A&M's market position as a thought leader in sovereign advisory, central bank advisory, SOE and sovereign wealth fund advisory, and systemic bank restructuring Assist in internal processes and documentation requirements Examples of projects could include any of the following, also based on the background, capabilities, and preference of the recruit: Sovereign debt sustainability and financial advisory Debt management strategy Systemic bank restructuring Sovereign wealth fund advisory International public sector advisory

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of prior experience in sovereign advisory, consulting, or investment banking, gathered within a leading investment or corporate bank, rating agency, or consulting firm, ideally with a focus on public sector aspects Ability to perform insightful strategic and financial analysis Strong MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint skills. Experience with programming languages would be advantageous Well-developed communication skills and the ability to work with diverse and complex stakeholder groups Previous experience covering emerging markets preferred but not essential Fluent business?level English is essential. Arabic is preferred; French is a plus but not mandatory Relevant bachelor's degree in economics, finance, business, or similar. Master's degree and/or additional relevant qualifications preferred but not essential In addition to the skills and qualities detailed above, the desired candidate will also demonstrate the following attributes: Unbiased, fact-based approach to problem solving Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment and agile contributor able to alternate between pitch delivery, mandate execution in response to shifting priorities Curiosity, open mindedness, and willingness to go the extra mile when necessary, in order to deliver value to the client and/or help the team, while having fun at the same time Excellent written and oral communications skills, impactful presenter Guided by values and integrity, talks straight, builds confidence and shows by example Team player, positive, can?do attitude Willingness to travel if necessary

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.


We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.


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Inclusive Diversity

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A&M's entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work--guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity--are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

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