PstrongGeneral overview /strong /ppbr/ppDeep sector expertise—understanding competitive dynamics, value creation levers, regulatory implications, and the real risks shaping industry evolution—has become essential in investment and business transformation projects. As markets grow increasingly complex, private equity funds and major consulting firms require profiles capable of offering strongexecutive-level insight, strategic judgement, and a nuanced reading of competitive environments /strong. /ppbr/ppinTal is conducting a strongselection process for senior executives /strong with extensive experience and proven sector expertise to collaborate as strongSenior Advisors /strong. Their role will be to provide precise market interpretation, validate business models, challenge strategic assumptions, and anticipate scenarios with a depth of understanding that only comes from years of leadership experience. /ppThis opportunity is designed for senior leaders who wish to leverage their expertise in strategic, high-impact engagements—flexibly, without taking on a permanent role—while maintaining influence in critical business decisions. /ppbr/ppstrongRole and Contribution of the Senior Advisor /strong /ppbr/ppstrongemCollaboration with Investment Funds /em /strong /ppbr/ppSenior Advisors play a decisive role in supporting investment funds throughout the entire deal cycle—bringing sector intelligence, strategic judgement, and operational insight that cannot be obtained solely from data or financial modeling. Your contribution will strengthen the fund’s ability to make informed, timely, and de-risked decisions. /ppbr/ppstrong1. Deal Origination Early Assessment /strong /pulliProvide early-stage sector insight to help funds determine whether an investment thesis is viable. /liliValidate or challenge preliminary assumptions regarding market size, competitive landscape, growth drivers, and structural trends. /liliIdentify potential red flags or deal-breakers before significant resources are committed. /li /ulpstrong2. Commercial Strategic Due Diligence /strong /pulliParticipate actively in strongcommercial due diligence /strong, offering a practical interpretation of demand dynamics, pricing models, customer behavior, and competitive pressures. /liliAssess market positioning and differentiation of the target company based on real-world operational experience. /liliAnalyze the sustainability of revenue streams, margin potential, and scalability of the business model. /liliTranslate findings into actionable insights that help confirm or recalibrate the investment thesis. /li /ulpstrong3. Operational, Technological, and Regulatory Evaluation /strong /pulliEvaluate operational maturity, processes, supply chain resilience, and efficiency based on comparable experience in the sector. /liliIdentify operational risks, potential synergies, and hidden costs that may impact the valuation or integration plan. /liliAssess the impact of regulatory environments or compliance requirements that could affect the deal’s feasibility or future performance. /liliOffer a forward-looking perspective on how technological shifts or industry disruption may affect the target’s long-term viability. /li /ulpstrong4. Risk Identification Mitigation /strong /pulliHighlight risks not always visible in traditional due diligence frameworks: leadership gaps, cultural issues, sector dynamics, customer dependencies, or operational bottlenecks. /liliRecommend mitigation strategies and outline realistic pathways for improvement post-acquisition. /liliProvide a strategic interpretation of the competitive landscape, including emerging players and disruptive forces. /li /ulpstrong5. Investment Committee Preparation /strong /pulliHelp investment teams articulate the strategic rationale and risk profile of the deal. /liliSupport the preparation of Investment Committee discussions by offering clear, concise, and executive-level perspectives. /liliContribute to the shaping of a defensible and well-founded investment narrative. /li /ulpstrong6. Post-Acquisition Value Creation /strong /pulliGuide the development of 100-day plans and long-term value creation strategies. /liliIdentify the most feasible operational improvements, growth levers, and organizational changes. /liliAct as a sounding board for portfolio company leadership during critical phases of transformation or scaling. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongemCollaboration with Major Consulting Firms /em /strong /ppbr/ppSenior Advisors collaborating with major consulting firms play a pivotal role in enhancing the strategic, operational, and sector-specific depth of consulting engagements. Their contribution helps ensure that recommendations are not only analytically sound but also viable, realistic, and aligned with how industries operate in practice. /ppstrong1. Strategic Framing Early Engagement /strong /pulliSupport consulting teams in the early definition of project scopes, ensuring hypotheses and focus areas reflect real market and operational constraints. /liliProvide insight into market dynamics, industry benchmarks, and sector-specific success factors from the perspective of an executive who has led similar challenges. /liliHelp identify priority questions, risks, and value levers that should guide the consulting approach. /li /ulpstrong2. Workshops, Interviews Expert Sessions /strong /pulliParticipate in strategic workshops with client leadership teams to validate assumptions, address blind spots, and align expectations. /liliJoin expert interviews to offer context, challenge perspectives, and enrich discussions with practical experience. /liliAct as a facilitator in sessions where sector insight is required to clarify market realities and guide decision-making. /li /ulpstrong3. Market, Competitor Operational Analysis /strong /pulliProvide nuanced interpretation of market data, going beyond generic reports to explain the underlying behaviors, drivers, and constraints that influence sector performance. /liliHelp consulting teams assess competitive positioning, differentiation, customer needs, and potential threats. /liliClarify operational realities—process complexities, cost structures, supply chain considerations, regulatory impacts—that influence project conclusions. /li /ulpstrong4. Transformation, Efficiency Organizational Projects /strong /pulliOffer real-world insight into transformation programs, helping consultancies design initiatives that are actionable and realistic for the client organization. /liliIdentify key enablers and obstacles for operational efficiency, process redesign, digital adoption, and organizational restructuring. /liliProvide guidance on implementation feasibility, potential resistance points, and expected impact based on past leadership experience. /li /ulpstrong5. Strategy Development Validation /strong /pulliCollaborate in the formulation of strategic plans—growth strategies, diversification, market entry, pricing, or product portfolio redesign. /liliValidate proposed strategies by assessing their alignment with industry trends, customer behavior, competitive pressures, and internal capabilities. /liliAct as a strategic “sounding board,” ensuring recommendations stand up to executive-level scrutiny. /li /ulpstrong6. Client Alignment Communication /strong /pulliStrengthen credibility and influence in front of client executives by adding senior perspective and industry authority to consulting teams. /liliHelp translate technical or complex findings into messages that resonate with CEOs, boards, and top management. /liliEnsure recommendations consider the cultural and organizational realities of the client, increasing the likelihood of adoption and long-term success. /li /ulpstrong7. Implementation Change Support /strong /pulliAssist consulting teams and client leadership in prioritizing initiatives and defining realistic roadmaps. /liliIdentify the operational, financial, or talent implications of proposed changes. /liliProvide ongoing support as an advisor during critical phases of transformation, ensuring momentum and execution discipline. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongProfile We Are Looking For /strong /ppbr/ppWe seek senior executives with strategic vision, critical thinking, and deep industry knowledge. /ppstrongKey requirements: /strong /pullistrong15+ years of experience /strong in senior leadership roles (CEO, COO, CFO, CMO, General Management, or Functional Executive roles). /liliStrong and proven sector expertise, with the ability to interpret trends and anticipate market evolution. /liliAbility to analyze complex information and synthesize clear executive-level conclusions. /liliStrong business judgment and the ability to provide actionable insights. /liliAvailability for project-based collaboration; no exclusivity required. /liliDemonstrated professional reputation with a verifiable track record. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongWhat inTal Offers /strong /pulliAccess to stronghigh-impact strategic projects /strong with leading investment funds and consulting firms. /lilistrongFull flexibility: /strong select only the projects aligned with your profile and availability. /lilistrongCompetitive compensation /strong, aligned with expertise and project complexity. /liliPositioning as a strongsector expert /strong, enhancing visibility and professional recognition. /liliOpportunities to contribute through various formats: expert interviews, strategic validations, sector assessments, workshops, and MA-related engagements. /liliComprehensive support from the inTal team throughout selection, coordination, and project execution. /li /ul