Job Description
Location: New York, NY, United States Date Posted: May 8, 2026 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 The Director will play a key role in supporting and expanding the Global Trade practice within Alvarez & Marsal Tax. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to clients on complex trade and customs matters, lead high-impact engagements, and partner closely with senior leadership to help grow and scale the firm’s trade advisory capabilities. How you will contribute Lead and manage client engagements across global trade and customs, including customs compliance, tariff and duty mitigation, supply chain planning, and risk management. Advise clients on U.S. customs matters such as classification, valuation, country of origin, and related planning strategies; experience with first sale for export programs is highly valued. Serve as a primary client contact on assigned engagements, delivering clear, actionable, and executive-ready advice. Oversee project teams, including scoping workplans, managing timelines and budgets, and reviewing deliverables for quality and consistency. Support business development efforts through proposal development, solution design, and participation in client discussions alongside senior leadership. Contribute to the evolution of the Global Trade platform by helping develop new offerings, tools, and internally scalable best practices. Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering technical growth and strong consulting habits. Qualifications CPA or JD degree required 5+ years of relevant experience in global trade, customs, or international trade compliance or consulting in a public accounting or professional services environment. Licensed Customs Broker is a plus. Demonstrated experience leading client-facing workstreams or engagements with increasing responsibility. Strong working knowledge of U.S. customs and international trade regulations, including compliance frameworks and risk assessment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex trade issues into practical business guidance. Direct experience with first sale for export planning and implementation. Exposure to customs audits, enforcement actions, or the design and execution of compliance programs. Industry experience in sectors with complex global trade footprints (e.g., manufacturing, retail/consumer, industrials, pharmaceuticals, technology). 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. Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benef