Associate Director, Damages & Valuations

Requisite professional designations and work experience:

Fully qualified holder of the CPA and/or CFA designation

Holder of or pursuing a credential in valuation (ABV, CVA, ASA or equivalent)

6+ years of prior experience in economic damages and/or business valuation

Prior experience at one of the ‘Big Four’ accounting firms would be an asset

Strong expert report writing skills to complement analytics

Exceptional analytical skills, solid quantitative training, remarkable communication skills, and creativity are the foundation for successful associates at Secretariat. Successful candidates will join an expanding domestic and international business valuation and damages quantification practice. Our Chicago-based group works on large and complex commercial damages matters involving misappropriations of assets, business valuations, post-acquisition disputes, forensic accounting investigations, financial reporting, and myriad of other domestic and international disputes. These cases will give the successful candidate exposure to unique, complex, interesting issues, often integrating valuation, finance, accounting, economics, and legal principles.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and we support the continuing professional development of our employees.

Manage the assignment from “cradle to grave” including designing and implementing the work plan, allocating and managing the team members, reporting and presenting findings, and maintaining responsibility for the budget and administrative aspects. Above all, you will be responsible for maintain the highest quality of client service throughout the assignment.

Be the operational client-facing member of the assignment team. This will require the ability to develop and maintain client relationships and manage expectations.

Actively participate in business development by identifying potential new clients and business leads, as well as developing your own professional network through attendance at relevant conferences and events.

Engage in marketing activities including the drafting of articles, participation in webinars/seminars, and supporting and promoting Secretariat events.

Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world.

When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one – working 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.

Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and – most importantly – you.

Make your impact at Secretariat.

As part of our expanding Damages & Valuations team, you will join a select group of the world's foremost experts and advisors. The facts prove it. We are ranked #1 in Global Arbitration Review's prestigious Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2025, and over 90% of our testifying experts are recognized as leading experts by