Senior restructuring expert James Long joins FTI Consulting’s Middle East team
FTI Consulting senior restructuring expert James Long has joined the firm’s Middle East business to strengthen its Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment in the region.
Relocating from the firm’s London office to its Dubai hub, the Senior Managing Director brings significant experience advising lenders, debtors and other stakeholders on complex restructuring situations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.
Long advises on cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, business plan reviews, contingency planning, stakeholder engagement, balance sheet recapitalisation and crisis management, delivering value-based solutions for clients across the capital structure.
Throughout his career, Long has worked across a wide range of sectors, including energy, telecommunications, consumer goods, leisure and hospitality, construction, infrastructure, healthcare, pharmaceuticals and transport.
Commenting on his move, Long said: “Dubai and ultimately the wider Middle East, are becoming increasingly important hubs for restructuring and financial advisory work. I am looking forward to bringing my experience to support clients in the region and to working alongside our talented local team to help businesses navigate complex challenges and capitalise on opportunities.”
In the Middle East, FTI Consulting is recognised as one of the leading restructuring advisory firms, working on complex engagements for both debtors and creditors.
“James’ appointment underscores our commitment to expanding our restructuring offering in the Middle East. His track record across multiple geographies and industries will be a great asset to our clients as they navigate moments of crisis and transformation,” said Vikas Papriwal, Head of the Corporate Finance & Restructuring division in the Middle East.
The appointment of Long reflects FTI Consulting’s continued investment in the Middle East, where the firm advises on a wide range of business-critical services, including forensic investigations, corporate finance, mergers & acquisitions, construction-related solutions, public sector advisory and strategy consulting.
