The 2025 Best Firms to Work For: Ankura Consulting Group

Consulting Service Lines: Strategy, Financial Advisory, Compliance, Disputes, Transformation, Transactions, Turnaround & Restructuring, Valuation, Remediation, Technology, Operations Management, IT and Strategic Communications.

Ankura is a leading global consulting and advisory firm that distinctively collaborates with clients -- serving as trusted partners in identifying and managing risk; providing expert testimony in matters of disputes and evolving regulatory environments; securing freedom to operate; building pivotal partnerships and achieving execution certainty where results count the most. We translate our deep understanding of the forces shaping markets and geopolitical fragmentation and disruption, bringing our unique blend of subject-matter expertise, wealth of cross-disciplinary and cross-industry experience, and our proven track record to deliver integrated solutions that accelerate growth and protect, create and recover value for clients

CMAG: What characteristics and elements would you attribute to your firm’s inclusion as a Best Firm to Work For?

Ankura's inclusion as a “Best Firm to Work For” can be attributed to our people, their enduring commitment to excellence, and the distinctive collaboration they demonstrate every day with one another and with our clients. Ankura's culture is grounded in a caring, intellectually curious environment that enables innovation and empowers every employee to make meaningful contributions and reach their full potential while serving clients and colleagues.

CMAG: Are there any specific programs or initiatives that contributed to you being included as a Best Firm?

As a rapidly growing firm, Ankura has several initiatives and programs in place designed to enhance our culture and performance. First, we believe that leadership is a mindset and not just a role, and so we invest continuously in our team members’ personal and professional growth. Another demonstration of our collaborative culture is our Consultant Engagement Councils (CECs). The Councils are comprised of consultants and business services team members from every career level and across regions and act as a vital link between colleagues and firm leadership. They are designed to foster cross-functional collaboration and innovation, working on initiatives that have real impact across the firm. This includes recommendations for ongoing professional development courses, open to all employees and focused on topics that have been identified by consultants for consultants. Additional opportunities to connect with colleagues include a well-established “Coffee Chat” program that pairs colleagues from across the firm in a 15-minute introductory chat.

CMAG: In describing your firm, what would you say sets it apart from other consulting firms?

What truly sets Ankura apart is our culture, which is rooted in a deep commitment to excellence and collaboration. We employ a proven, practical approach that seamlessly integrates expertise across disciplines and geographies to deliver results that protect, create, and recover value for our clients. This agility empowers us to adapt swiftly, innovate boldly, and offer transformative solutions that enable clients to

CMAG: Where your workforce is concerned, what would you say your priorities look like for the upcoming year and beyond?

Our workforce priorities center around strengthening our global presence, supporting our consultants in every region, and continuing to evolve our company culture—which remains one of our greatest differentiators. At the heart of our culture lies a deep commitment to excellence and collaboration. We pride ourselves on our borderless organization in which our clients and colleagues remain the focus while we continue to grow.

CMAG: What opportunities do you see as the most promising?

Our unique blend of subject-matter expertise and wealth of cross-disciplinary and cross-industry experience -- paired with our proven track record in delivering tailored, effective solutions and our long-term relationships with our clients -- will allow us to remain focused on unparalleled service across a broad range of matters.

CMAG: What market forces do you see as the most challenging?

The pace of change today is extraordinary. Organizations are navigating a constant state of disruption—driven by geopolitical shifts, rapid technological evolution, and growing demands for transparency and accountability. At the same time, regulatory standards have intensified globally, often overlapping or conflicting in complex ways across jurisdictions.

This environment presents a significant challenge: it requires not just expertise, but integration. To effectively respond, organizations must bring together multidisciplinary teams that align strategy, compliance, operations, and technology. That’s where we thrive—helping clients adapt quickly, stay resilient, and make decisions with confidence amid uncertainty.

CMAG: What impact do you think Best Firm to Work For honors will have on your employees? The firm overall? Clients?

Being named a Best Firm to Work For is a tremendous honor—made even more meaningful because it is rooted in direct employee feedback. Our people shared their perspectives, and this recognition reflects their voices. It validates the culture that our firm was founded on and continues to embody -- one in which collaboration, excellence, innovation, and purpose thrive.