Associate, Damages & Valuations

Secretariat • Los Angeles, CA

84d • $85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

At Secretariat, you will be part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. You will work 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. The Damages & Valuations team is ranked #1 in Global Arbitration Review's Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2024, and over 90% of our testifying experts are recognized as leading experts by Who's Who Legal. This role involves conducting economic and industry research, analyzing financial and non-financial information, and preparing valuation and damages reports.

Requirements

• 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
• Willing to travel internationally
• Ability to work in the United States without need for sponsorship now or in the future

Nice To Haves

• Eligibility for CPA, ABV, CBV, CFA, or other relevant certifications preferred
• 'Big Four' audit intern experience and/or valuation experience preferred
• Language skills are advantageous given the international focus of our practice

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

Benefits

• Pay transparency and equity
• Compensation based on experience, skills, and location

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees