JD

Our Government & Public Sector (G&PS) practice is growing, and we areseekinga talented and motivated Senior Associate to join our Urban & Housing Advisory team. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of high-impact projects that are shaping the future of urban India.

As a Senior Associate, you will work closely with project managers and senior leadership to deliver analytical insights and robust solutions to our government clients. You will be a key contributor to engagements focused on Urban Development, Housing, and Real Estate, applying your financial and analytical skills to solve complex challenges.

Responsibilities

• Project Delivery & Execution:

• Supportthe projectleadin managing and delivering consulting en:gagements for government and public sector clients.

• Contribute to the preparation of high-quality deliverables, including feasibility reports, financial analysis, presentations, and policy notes.

• Take ownership of specific project workstreams and ensuretimelycompletion with a high degree of accuracy.

• Financial Analysis & Modelling:

• Develop, analyze, andmaintaindetailed Financial Models  to evaluate project viability, cash flows, and funding structures.

• Conduct comprehensive Financial Feasibility  studies and economic analysis for urban infrastructure and housing projects.

• Assistin Project Structuring on Public Private Partnership (PPP)  models, including financial analysis of risk allocation and payment mechanisms.

• Bid Process & Procurement Management:

• Provide hands-on support for Bid Process Management  for large-scale government projects.

• Possess a sound knowledge of the End-to-End Procurement process , from preparation of bid documents (RFQ, RFP) tobid closing

• Play a key role in Bid Evaluation , including technical and financial analysis of received proposals, and preparation of evaluation reports.

• Assistin drafting and reviewing Contractual Documentation , such as concession agreements, development agreements, and service level agreements.

• Sector-Specific Advisory:

• Conduct Demand Assessment  and market analysis as part of Real Estate Advisory  engagements.

• Support the teaminprovidingstrategic advice on land monetization, urban planning, and housing policy.

• Team & Client Collaboration:

• Work effectively as part of a project team, collaborating withcolleaguesand supporting the supervisory team in driving the project forward

• Participate in client meetings, workshops, and presentations, effectively communicating analytical findings.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:  An MBA, preferably with a specialization in Finance, from a reputable institution.

• Experience:  4 to 5 years of relevant professional experience in the Urban and Housing sector.

• Domain Expertise:  Strong experience working on Government projects related to Urban Development,Urban Infrastructureor Real Estate Development.

Required Skills & Competencies

Mandatory skill sets:

• Financial Modelling & Feasibility:  Strongproficiencyin building and interpreting financial modelsinMS Excel.

• Procurement & Bidding:  In-depth understanding of the end-to-end government procurement cycle, bid evaluation methodologies, and bid process management.

• PPP & Project Structuring:  Good understanding of PPP principles and financialstructuring

• Real Estate Analysis:  Experience in conducting demand assessments and market studies for real estate projects.

• Contractual Knowledge:  Familiarity with key contractual documents used in infrastructure and real estate projects.

Preferred skill sets:

• Analytical Skills:  Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with strong attention to detail.

• Problem-Solving:  A proactive and results-oriented approach to problem-solving.

• Communication:  Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex analyses clearly.

• Team Player:  Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a team structure.

• Adaptability:  Eagerness to learn and adaptina fast-paced, dynamic consulting environment.

Personal Attributes:

• A high degree of integrity, professionalism, and commitment.

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively orrelocate depending on project requirements