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Associate, Damages & Valuations at Secretariat summary:
As an Associate in Damages & Valuations at Secretariat, you conduct economic and industry research, analyze financial and non-financial data, and assist in preparing detailed damages and valuation reports. The role involves developing financial models, crafting valuation parameters, and critically reviewing expert conclusions to support high-stakes legal and strategic business decisions globally. This position nurtures professional growth within a collaborative environment, serving elite clients across diverse industries and international jurisdictions.
Chart Your Journey at Secretariat From a collaborative culture to teammates who will always be by your side, find a career that will grow with you. Deliver your impact at Secretariat.
ABOUT THE FIRM Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world. When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one - working with the world's most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.
Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and - most importantly - you.
Make your impact at Secretariat.
ABOUT Our Damages & Valuations team As part of our expanding Damages & Valuations team, you will join a select group of the world's foremost experts and advisors. The facts prove it. We are ranked #1 in Global Arbitration Review's prestigious Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2024, and over 90% of our testifying experts are recognized as leading experts by Who's Who Legal.
We are a collaborative team of experienced accountants, economists, PhDs, certified business valuators, investment analysts, and industry specialists - all working together to address the most complex litigation and strategic commercial questions no matter the industry or global location.
RESPONSIBILITIES - Conduct economic and industry research
- Analyze financial and non-financial information, and report findings to other team members
- Develop valuation parameters (i.e. discount rate, etc.) and prepare financial models
- Assist with the preparation of damages and valuation reports
- Assist with the preparation of critique reports examining the conclusions of other experts
QUALIFICATIONS - Currently pursuing Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or other relevant major required; Master's degree preferred
- Any audit or other relevant experience
- Able to develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problems
- Able to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situations
- Able to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
- Excellent listening, verbal, written, and presentation skills (ability to speak, write and conduct business in English is required)
- Excellent Excel skills
- Language skills are advantageous given the international focus of our practice
- Willing to travel internationally
- Ability to work in the United States without need for sponsorship now or in the future
- Requisite professional designations and work experience:
- Eligibility for CPA, ABV, CBV, CFA, or other relevant certifications preferred
- 'Big Four' audit intern experience and/or valuation experience preferred
At Secretariat, we believe in pay transparency and equity. Compensation for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, skills, and location. Further details will be provided during the hiring process.
Pay Transparency
$85,000-$95,000 USD
A rewarding career above all There are a lot of fine consulting firms out there. But when everything is on the line, it takes a unique combination of skill and savvy to succeed under pressure.
Our culture and people are driven by passion, pride, and performance. Passion for the clients we serve, the work we deliver, and the communities we live in. Pride in our cohesive team recognized for excellence and trusted to perform in the most challenging situations. And our track record of outstanding performance across all of our disciplines speaks for itself.
Our people are motivated to be the best in everything they do - from our approach to making the complex simple to the way we mentor our up-and-coming talent to become trusted experts early in their careers.
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Keywords:
damages valuation, economic research, financial modeling, litigation support, business valuation, expert witness, financial analysis, valuation reports, economic consulting, complex problem solving
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