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AWR Lloyd is an independent strategic consultancy and M&A advisory firm with a 25-year track record of delivering bespoke strategy consulting, corporate finance, project advisory, and venturing services in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Vault Verdict
AWR Lloyd is a boutique firm whose consultants give some big-time praise in their reviews. Insiders say that the firm’s environment is fast-paced and rewarding, with an entrepreneurial bent steeped in its willingness to entrust major responsibilities to new staff who show promise—as well as a willingness to quickly promote high performers.
All the opportunities that AWR Lloyd offers don’t come at too much of a cost to work-life balance, either. While the hours can get long, especially around deadlines, firm insiders say that it’s generally easy to take vacation and maintain their own schedules as long as they get their work done.
Another positive of AWR Lloyd is its highly inclusive culture. Insiders laud the diversity of their colleagues, and t...
About the Company
AWR Lloyd was established in 2000 with the goal of challenging the culture and methods of mainstream Western strategy consulting and investment banking groups.
The firm is geographically focused on Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa and has two main practice areas: Strategy & Corporate Finance and Sustainability. The Strategy & Corporate Finance practice provides equity advisory services (including M&A, equity capital raising, IPOs), project advisory, and corporate finance strategy consulting. The Sustainability practice offers services in energy transition, crisis resiliency, ESG best practices, human rights due diligence, and public sector consulting aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
These two practices work together to deliver a Sustainability Transformatio...
Employee Reviews
- “The firm’s strength lies in its people, particularly in the diversity of thought, backgrounds, and perspectives they bring, as well as the close mentorship within teams that fosters skill development across the board.”
- “While the fast-paced environment is highly rewarding, it can be demanding, and career development often relies on self-initiative rather than structured, formal training programs. This works well for those who thrive in independent, entrepreneurial settings but may be challenging for someone who prefers a more structured development path.”
- “It’s a very friendly work environment in the office, with lots of laughter and chatting. We have many outside-the-office get-togethers among the staff. Everyone has a can-do attitude, and teams all pull together with a positive mindset to meet deadlines.”
- “I love the firm's culture. It is a very international workplace so anyone from any place can feel at home and welcome. The culture also values collaboration and support over competition, so help is always there for anyone who asks.”
Why Work Here
ENTER THE DRAGON !
AWR Lloyd offers its employees a unique fusion of investment banking and strategy consulting work across the Indo-Pacific region.
Our approach is deliberately unconventional, integrating specialist industry and geographic focus with traditional investment banking advisory and strategy consulting services to deliver bespoke, on-the-ground expertise which drives real, actionable change.
Working at our firm is more than just a ‘job’, we are on a mission to catalyse sustainable transitions across the Indo-Pacific region. We do this by designing and implementing effective purpose-driven strategies for our clients seeking greater sustainability, resilience, decentralized empowerment, diversity, innovation and regenerative stakeholder relationships.
Getting Hired Here
- “The interview process typically involves two to three rounds to thoroughly evaluate candidates. Initial face-to-face interviews assess personality fit and help us get to know the candidate better. After this, the company administers a test tailored to the position. For example, candidates for a financial position may take a valuation test. Last, the final round interview is with senior management and asks you to talk about your previous work and projects.”
- “At AWR Lloyd, the interview and callback process are typically swift and responsive, with feedback provided within a week. They seek candidates who possess relevant skills and work experience, demonstrate high work morale and ethics, and exhibit accountability and professionalism.”
- “Ideal candidates are those who not only align with the team culturally but also demonstrate strong performance capabilities within that team. This includes high technical aptitude, presentation skills, analytical thinking, and a proactive, self-driven attitude along with an ability to quickly go up the curve. Personality traits, such as being introverted or extroverted, tend to play a less important role in the selection process.”
- “AWR Lloyd’s interview and callback process is designed to identify candidates who are not only smart and analytical but also creative thinkers who bring a fresh perspective and energy to the table. The ideal candidate is someone who can think strategically, tackle complex problems with innovative solutions, and communicate their ideas clearly and confidently.”
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