Analyst, Disputes & Investigations

Description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. 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

Alvarez & Marsal’s Global Disputes & Investigations practice is a rapidly expanding, high‑priority global platform positioned to become one of the world’s leading forensic andanti-financial crime advisory groups.The practice is currently composed ofcirca700 professionals and 90 Partners across four major areas: Expert Witness, Investigations, Forensic Accounting, and Financial Crime/Compliance.

A&M’s ambition is bold: grow the practice, supported by full firm‑wide commitment,multi‑year investment, and an entrepreneurial ownership model that enables fast decision‑making and cross‑border collaboration.

The practice covers the full spectrum of forensic andanti-financial crime services, including fraud investigations, anti‑money laundering, sanctions, anti‑bribery and corruption,transaction monitoring, regulatory compliance, and broaderfinancial crime transformation programs. Technology enablement is central to the strategy, with a strong focus on data analytics, eDiscovery, AI, and machine learning to enhance investigative and compliance capabilities.

A&M is actively building a market‑leading global team. The environment is intentionally dynamic, offering new joiners the opportunity to learn from experienced leaders, contribute to the global build‑out and help shape the next generation of disputes and investigation services at A&M, while also working with other practices across the global network.

We are seeking a highly motivated Analyst to join our Disputes & Investigations team in Paris. This is a unique opportunity for a recent graduate looking to start a career in forensic investigations, dispute advisory, and financial analysis.

How you will contribute

As an Analyst, you will support experienced consultants on complex, high‑impact assignments involving corporate investigations, forensic accounting, litigation, and regulatory matters. You will be trained on the job and given responsibility early on in a high‑performing, collaborative team environment.

• Support the team in conducting internal investigations related to fraud, corruption, misconduct, and financial irregularities.

• Assist with the analysis of financial data, accounting records, and documentation to identify anomalies or suspicious patterns.

• Help prepare deliverables such as client reports, presentations, and working papers, under the guidance of more senior team members.

• Contribute to litigation support engagements, including data analysis, financial modelling, and research for expert witness reports.

• Participate in document review and analysis of emails, transaction logs, and financial statements.

• Conduct market and background research to support investigative findings.

• Organise, manage, and analyse large volumes of structured and unstructured data.

• Support the team in business development

• Collaborate closely with team members across service lines and international offices.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (M2) in Audit, Corporate Finance, or Financial Analysis from a top‑tier French business school (HEC, ESSEC, ESCP, EM Lyon, EDHEC) or Université Paris Dauphine (Grande École or equivalent).

• Internship experience in audit, transaction services, forensics, or financial consulting is a strong advantage.

• Demonstrated interest in investigations, disputes, litigation support, or compliance.

• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with accounting standards is a plus.

• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

• Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken, is essential.

• High level of integrity, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive mindset.

• Strong sense of responsibility, rigour, and commitment to quality.

Your journey at A&M

We recognize thatour people are the driving force behind our success, which is why weprioritizeanemployee experience thatfosterseachperson’sunique professional and personal development. Our robustperformancedevelopment processpromotescontinuous learning,rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy.With top-notch training andon-the-joblearning opportunities, you canacquirenew 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 aspectsof working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.