Senior Associate – Disputes & Economics

About the role

Ankura is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Disputes & Economics practice. You will support complex litigation and international arbitration engagements, providing forensic accounting, damages assessments, and valuation expertise.

Key responsibilities

• Support all phases of dispute resolution and forensic accounting engagements, including damages assessments, valuations, and financial investigations.
• Research and analyse dispute‑specific and third‑party financial information.
• Develop and review detailed financial models in Microsoft Excel, including discounted cash‑flow (DCF) models.
• Draft expert reports, written deliverables, and prepare oral testimony materials.
• Manage client expectations, job administration, and contribute to business development activities.

Required profile

• Qualified chartered accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with first‑time passes or CFA charter holder.
• Graduate degree (minimum 2:1) from a leading university.
• Experience in forensic accountancy, dispute resolution, valuation services, audit, or economics consulting.
• Strong analytical mindset and flexible problem‑solving approach.
• Excellent report writing and oral communication skills.

Required skills

• DCF modelling
• Financial modelling
• Forensic accounting
• Microsoft Excel
• Report writing

What we offer

• Formal development process and training programmes through Ankura Academy.
• Opportunities to work with world‑recognised experts in a global consultancy.
• Collaborative environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.