Director, Valuations

Portage Point Partners is a Chicago-headquartered advisory, interim management and investment banking firm focused on serving the middle-market. Backed by New Mountain Capital, the firm has grown at over 30% annually since its founding in 2016 and today operates from ten offices across the United States. The firm delivers integrated financial and operational solutions across Transaction Advisory Services, Transaction Execution Services, Office of the CFO, Valuations, Performance Improvement, Turnaround & Restructuring and Investment Banking. Engagement teams are lean and execution-oriented, working directly with senior stakeholders to navigate complex transitions and transformations. Triple P India (TPI) is a strategic extension of the firm’s platform, established to build a high-quality team that operates as an integrated part of U.S.-based teams. Professionals in TPI are involved in live engagements from the outset, contributing to analysis, execution and client deliverables in coordination with colleagues across the firm. The platform is designed to provide meaningful responsibility, direct exposure to senior leadership and long-term growth in a high-performance environment. The Valuations (VAL) team delivers comprehensive solutions to private equity sponsors, lenders and corporates across a wide range of illiquid investments, industries and geographies. By applying rigorous financial modeling and analytical frameworks to inform strategic decision-making, the VAL team plays a critical role in identifying value, mitigating risk and driving impact across the business and investment lifecycle. The Director, VAL role at Portage Point represents a unique opportunity to assume a wide range of responsibilities and make a significant impact on a growing team. This Director will combine analytical rigor and technical valuation expertise to execute high-quality deliverables for middle market clients. The ideal candidate is an experienced professional with a proven track record of leading complex valuation engagements, advising private equity sponsors and corporate stakeholders and developing high-performing teams. The Director, VAL will report to the Head of TPI, partner with the VAL Practice Line Leader and serve as an integrated member of the firm's VAL team. If you thrive in a high-performance culture and want to help build the future of a rapidly growing consultancy, this is the right role for you. Responsibilities Work with the Portage Point team members and clients to develop comprehensive valuation solutions Perform valuation analysis on a wide range of illiquid investments broadly distributed across industries and geographies while using accepted and relevant approaches and theory Interview clients to gather data and pertinent information Design financial models for discounted cash flow (DCF), market multiple, market transaction and option pricing analyses Develop and maintain strong client relationships by delivering high-quality, tailored solutions and providing proactive strategic advice Help manage existing client relationships as well as pitch new business to both existing and new clients Report and present analyses and conclusions both verbally and in written reports Support business development efforts while maintaining strong relationships with existing clients Share and manage best practices as well as lead internal trainings where required Support talent acquisition and firm development efforts Contribute to creating a high-performing and inclusive culture Qualifications Bachelor’s and / or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics from a top undergraduate program required Ideally willing to relocate to or be primarily present in either Gurgaon or Mumbai 10 plus years of experience constructing and reviewing valuation models and other financial models including: DCF, comparable company, commodity contracts / forecasts and other intangible asset models Experience on the valuations team at a top-tier global accounting firm, investment bank or financial advisory firm Superior written and verbal communication skills, including executive-ready presentation and reporting skills Proven ability to thrive in lean, fast-moving teams High attention to detail, responsiveness and ownership mindset Track record of success in high-pressure, client-facing environments