Digital Transformation Associate Director - Restructuring
We are searching for an experienced Digital Transformation Associate Director - Restructuring.
The RSM Restructuring Advisory (RA) practice is a circa £40m turnover business delivering multiple engagements (Advisory and Insolvency) to clients working in a stressed or distressed financial position. It is a very profitable and growing part of the overall RSM Consulting service line but is seeking additional digital skills to drive AI adoption and digital transformation.
The candidate will be required to lead and deliver internal digital initiatives that improve efficiency, standardise processes and enhance client experience across the Restructuring Advisory practice.
The role will sit within our wider Consulting Digital Team (CDT), which serves as the digital hub of our consulting operations, transforming complex data into actionable business intelligence. This specialised unit applies digital skills across all six of our Consulting solutions: Deal Services, Business Transformation, Risk and Governance, Finance Function Support, Restructuring, and Forensic & Investigation Services. You will be able to draw on the deep digital expertise of the wider CDT to support you with your focus on the Restructuring Advisory practice.
The CDT members possess a diverse skill set spanning data science, business analysis, data analytics and programming, enabling them to tackle complex problems with innovative, data‑driven solutions that enhance both our internal operations and client solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Alongside the RA Leadership help define and own the RA digital roadmap: prioritise and deliver projects that automate workflows, streamline reporting and improve data quality.
- Design and implement internal platforms, dashboards and self‑service tools for RA teams and leadership.
- Support the continual upskilling of staff in both digital skills (use of AI, analytics etc.) and use of digital tools.
- Working with the Consulting AI transformation lead: introduce AI‑enabled document and process automation to reduce manual effort and improve turnaround times within the RA practice; and ensure compliance with firm policies and UK data regulations for data, automation and AI usage.
- Alongside the RA Leadership act as change champion: engage stakeholders, manage adoption and measure impact.
- Be the key liaison between the RA Digital transformation programme and the wider RSM/ RSM Consulting Digital transformation efforts, and the other digital teams and resources within RSM (including National Technology/business partners), ensuring RA adopt best practice from other parts of the firm.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in digital transformation or process improvement, ideally within a professional services environment (experience in restructuring or transaction services desirable, but not essential).
- Proficiency in Python (preferred) and/or other programming languages (e.g., SQL, DAX, R), with demonstrated ability to build, automate, and maintain robust data models and analytics workflows.
- Experience working with Turnkey IP insolvency software would be valuable but not essential.
- Experience using Alteryx and/or Microsoft Power BI preferred.
- Demonstrated the ability to manage full project lifecycles from scoping and planning through to delivery and final reporting with strong project and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to think about future target operating models which combine people, process and technology.
- Familiarity with AI tools and governance frameworks (experience in Copilot studio, Azure Foundry desirable).
- Excellent stakeholder management and ability to lead and deliver cross‑functional projects.
- Strong communication skills, and ability to problem solve.
Preferred Certifications
- Alteryx Designer advanced certification
Experienced hire
Permanent
LONDON
Consulting
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