Director, Cost Transformation & Operational Restructuring

EY UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

EY-Parthenon is seeking a Director of Operational Strategy to lead cost transformation and restructuring programs across sectors, advising boards and senior leaders, and delivering tangible EBITDA and cash improvements. You will own business development, shape go-to-market collateral, and coach junior team members while growing the practice and building strong client relationships.

The role demands strategic vision, exceptional communication, and the ability to translate operational insights

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading enterprise-wide transformation programmes.
• Proven ability to drive cost transformation and operational restructuring.
• Strong client relationship and business development capabilities.
• Excellent communication and ability to produce executive-ready reports.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients across sectors to develop and implement strategic transformations.
• Own pitches, client relationships and lead project delivery end-to-end.
• Translate operational insights into clear financial outcomes (EBITDA, cash).
• Support business development and contribute to go-to-market collateral.

Skills

Project Delivery

Account Management

Financial Analysis

Business Development

Leadership & Coaching

Stakeholder Management

Report Writing

Strategic Thinking

Change Management

Job description

EY-Parthenon is seeking a Director of Operational Strategy to lead cost transformation and restructuring programs across sectors, advising boards and senior leaders, and delivering tangible EBITDA and cash improvements. You will own business development, shape go-to-market collateral, and coach junior team members while growing the practice and building strong client relationships.

The role demands strategic vision, exceptional communication, and the ability to translate operational insights