Director, Competition & Class Action at Ankura New York, NY

Director, Competition & Class Action

Location: New York, NY. Preferred locations on a hybrid basis include LA, NY, and DC.

Practice Overview

A recognized leader in economic analysis and litigation support, Ankura's Competition & Class Action Disputes team combines unparalleled data analytics experience with financial, economic, analytical expertise that clients and their legal counsel rely upon to successfully navigate complex matters. Our team, comprised of Economists, Data Scientists, Statisticians, and others, works across several industries, including healthcare, banking, financial services, manufacturing, and energy, and in many types of litigation such as commercial disputes, antitrust matters, class actions, and labor disputes. We offer unique insights and complex analytical offerings that reveal how this information impacts legal disputes faced by companies.

Role Overview

Directors support the team within Ankura's Disputes & Economics practice. Directors will use data analytics, industry knowledge, and project management to develop custom solutions for clients facing high-profile and complex investigations and commercial disputes in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and review the development of complex analytical models leveraging relational database software, high-level programming languages, complex spreadsheets, and other analytical tools.
• Supervise and conduct data gathering activities, document review, and quality control of data assessment.
• Prepare client communications, both written and oral, for senior level review.
• Lead project teams in preparing expert analysis and testimony.
• Interface with clients throughout all phases of consulting engagements.
• Encourage relationship building by participating in the firm's activities and initiatives.
• Develop, supervise, and motivate a team of highly performing consultants.
• Act as a mentor and supervisor to Associate and Senior Associate professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in business, finance, economics, data analytics, or related field.
• 5-7 years working in litigation/disputes consulting or similar data-driven consulting, with real experience in forensic analysis and dispute work.
• Solid grasp of legal and regulatory issues that impact organizations in dispute situations.
• Hands‑on experience analyzing financial and operational data.
• Strong technical skills with database and data modeling tools like SQL, Python, R, or SAS.
• Understanding of attorney‑client privilege and the discipline to maintain confidentiality when it matters.
• Experience leading and mentoring junior team members.
• Proven project management abilities and the ability to keep projects moving and organized.
• Comfortable managing several projects at once without losing quality or focus.
• Team‑oriented mindset with a genuine commitment to doing good work.
• Clear, effective communication skills in both writing and presentations.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client engagements.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship requirements now or in the future.

Compensation

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range is between $85,000 to $200,000. This range is not a promise of a particular wage and may vary based on skills, experience, and other factors.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Ankura is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.