Director, Global Aviation | Corporate Finance

About the role

This role provides technical expertise and analysis at an advanced level, applying a strategic mindset, cross-functional expertise, and deep aviation knowledge to:

• Assess client operations across functions such as network planning, fleet management, cargo operations, ground services, and maintenance to identify efficiency gaps and cost reduction opportunities.
• Support the development and execution of strategic initiatives for aviation clients across segments including airlines, MRO providers, aerospace OEMs, aircraft lessors, and ground handling operators, among others.
• Conduct industry research, competitive benchmarking, and market analysis to inform client recommendations.
• Develop implementation roadmaps and support clients through change management processes.
• Build financial models to evaluate business cases, investment decisions, route economics, and organizational restructuring scenarios.
• Serve as a day-to-day client contact, building trusted relationships and ensuring project quality meets firm standards.

Responsibilities

Conduct industry research, competitive benchmarking, and market analysis to inform client recommendations.

Develop implementation roadmaps and support clients through change management processes.

Build financial models to evaluate business cases, investment decisions, route economics, and organizational restructuring scenarios.

Support clients in developing commercial strategies, pricing frameworks, and partnership or M&A evaluations within the aviation ecosystem.

Monitor aviation industry trends including regulatory changes, sustainability mandates (e.g., SAF adoption, carbon offset programs), digital transformation, and emerging technologies.

Translate complex data into actionable insights and present findings to senior client stakeholders.

Lead workstreams within larger consulting engagements, managing timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination.

Partner with our diverse clients and internal teams to continue to learn and grow in new and complex areas and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years post-graduation professional work experience in airlines and/or aviation industry, consulting, professional services or similar/related environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and conceptual skills
• Highly proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Familiarity with Internet-based financial research resources for corporate information, SEC filings, competitive data, etc.