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Senior Consultant, Global Human Capital & Aviation I Corporate Finance & Restructuring

FTI Consulting, Inc. and Careers
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.


At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.


Are you ready to make your impact?

About the Role

In FTI Consulting’s Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment we focus on our clients’ strategic, operational, financial and capital needs by addressing the full spectrum of financial and transactional challenges faced by corporations, boards, private equity sponsors, creditor constituencies and other stakeholders.

We are currently seeking a Sr. Consultant, Global Human Capital. The FTI Global Human Capital team is a growing practice that brings together deep technical expertise across the full spectrum of workforce planning and management to help our clients transform and evolve in their highly dynamic environments, through Restructurings, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Business Transformations. This role will support the Global Human Capital team by focusing on organizational, operational, and people-related challenges that materially impact the client’s strategic direction in moments of transformation or crisis, with a particular focus on bringing human capital capabilities to the Aviation and adjacent travel industries.

What You’ll Do

This role will provide human capital-focused support and analysis; applying a strategic mindset, cross-functional expertise, and a strong base of technical knowledge:

  • Responsible for day-to-day activities of project including interaction with leading experts in the aviation and travel-adjacent industries (as well as other industry), legal and finance professionals from other firms and senior client management. May include supervision of client personnel.

  • Apply business, operational, analytical and diagnostic/problem solving skills to various client situations and practice disciplines, with a focus on labor-related matters (e.g., CBA negotiations, workforce productivity, etc.).

  • Review and understand collectively bargained labor agreements, with a focus on identifying and assessing productivity/utilization and cost-related terms

  • Prepare labor, financial, and workforce planning models to support business transformation, conduct due diligence, and analyze large amounts of data

  • Identify and assess operational drivers which impact workforce efficiency and cost

  • Draft written reports and/or presentations for third parties, as necessary, on the project scope, findings and/or results of activities.

  • Understand all aspects of the client’s business including review of ongoing operations and perform actual vs. budget variance reporting.

  • Work with the client’s senior management and other key stakeholders to achieve buy-in on business transformation initiatives.


How You’ll Grow

This is an excellent opportunity for a person with proven, hands-on analytical experience, and interest/exposure to the aviation industry, who wants to provide analytical and strategic services to our clients and other stakeholders of companies.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need To Succeed

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline involving quantitative analysis.

  • Familiarity with large labor group operations, collective bargaining agreements, and other labor relations matters

  • 3 years in Airline Industry, Consulting, or another travel-related environment.

  • Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and conceptual skills.

  • Highly proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

  • Ability to travel up to 80%.

  • This role requires travel to clients and FTI offices

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with workforce composition across an airline, including Flight Operations, Airport Operations, Technical Operations, etc.

  • Experience with financial modeling of collectively bargained labor agreements


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Total Wellbeing

Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:

  • Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential

  • Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance

  • Generous paid time off and holidays

  • Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan

  • Potential for flexible work arrangements

  • Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.

  • Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care

  • Employee wellness platform

  • Employee recognition programs

  • Paid time off for volunteering in your community

  • Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you

  • Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work

  • Professional development and certification programs

  • Free in-office snacks and drinks

  • Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)

  • FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses

  • Upscale offices close to public transportation


About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 7,900 employees located in 32 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.49 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2023. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.


FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.

Salary : $78,500

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