Heres One Company Where Women Dont Have to Scale Back to Get Flexibility

Heres One Company Where Women Dont Have to Scale Back to Get Flexibility When Devi Rajani joined FTI Consulting nearly a decade ago, she was excited for the new adventure but had no idea just how literally it would prove to be one.Today serving as Managing Director, Devi has had the opportunity to travel far and wide with the global business advisory firm. As partee of FTIs Latin American Restructuring Group (which is based out of Canada), she ventures south of the equator on a regular basis, and says shes truly living her best life because of it.FTI Consulting is Hiring. Browse opportunities.Ive been to nearly a dozen countries, including Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Peru, Barbados, and even South Africa even though its not part of Latin America, you just never know Devi said. My work is varied, complex, and interesting, and I get to meet many different people and experience lots of different cultures.Of course, her life isnt wholly spent on the road. When shes home, Devi say s that, thanks to the flexibility offered at FTI, she enjoys having the ability to manage her own schedule, and notes that she loves to unwind from a busy, fulfilling day with good food and wine. Recently, she shared with Fairygodboss her main takeaways from her diverting lifestyle as well as the fruchtwein memorable piece of career advice shes received. Check them out belowHow long have you been in your current role, and what were you doing previously?I have been with FTI Consulting for nearly 10 years. I was previously with PwC as an auditor.Whats the first (and/or last) thing you do at work every day?First thing I do is check my emails and determine my priorities for the day.Last thing I do is check my emails again and make sure Ive completed everything Ive needed to do for the dayWhats the most unique or interesting aspect of your job or company?I get to travel to Latin America on a regular basis. Im part of the Latin American Restructuring Group based in Canada. Ive been to ne arly a dozen countries including Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Peru, Barbados and even South Africa (even though its not part of Latin America You just never know). My work is varied, complex and interesting and I get to meet many different people and experience lots of different cultures.Whats something youre especially good at at work?Im good at getting a project completed. Im extremely organized, efficient and very good at sharing work across the team Im known for not only delegating to my direct reports but also to my bossesWhat about outside of work?I love to travel, eat well and drink wine, work out (yoga especially) and hang out with my husband and three catsWhat do you love most about your job or your company?I love the flexibility my job provides. While Im on the road, Im more limited on my flexibility, but when Im home I can manage my own schedule and work from wherever I want. Its all about balance. When its extremely busy, I focus on my clients and deliverables, but when it is quiet I can focus on other things outside of work.Whats the most memorable piece of career advice youve received?Never lie when you have made a mistake. Just own up to the mistake as soon as you realize and be honest. It may be painful at first, but people will appreciate your honesty and accountability. After all, we are all human. This not only applies internally, but also with your clients.What was the best quality of the best boss youve ever had?Intelligence, empathy and practicality. Ive worked with my boss for over 10 years and he has been my sponsor, mentor and coach. --Fairygodboss is proud to partner with FTI Consulting. Find a job there today