EY-Parthenon Strategy Engagement Manager (Assistant Director), Retail and Consumer Products

EY; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join EY-Parthenon as an Engagement Manager, where you'll lead client engagements in Corporate & Growth Strategy. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with diverse clients, drive strategy and market entry initiatives, and mentor a dynamic team, all while shaping the future of retail and consumer products.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years working experience required.
• Prior experience in strategy consulting or related transactions.
• Strong project management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead client projects and shape deliverables.
• Manage project teams of 3-8 consultants.
• Identify opportunities and drive business development.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Client Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

Location: 1 More London Riverside, London, SE1 2AF

Vacancy: L4 Engagement Manager

https://www.ey.com/en_uk/strategy-transactions/growth-strategy

At EY-Parthenon, you’ll have the opportunity to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We value your unique voice and perspective to help us improve. Join us, build an exceptional experience, and shape the future with confidence.

About EY-Parthenon

EY-Parthenon is a global strategy consultancy. We challenge assumptions to design and deliver strategies that improve profitability and long-term value. With over 9,000 professionals worldwide, we focus on:

Corporate & Growth Strategy: Developing growth strategies through market, competitor, and customer insights.

Transaction Strategy & Execution (TSE): Managing transaction strategies across M&A and investment lifecycle.

Turnaround & Restructuring Strategy: Creating, preserving, and recovering value in urgent, complex situations.

This role specifically relates to Corporate & Growth Strategy in the UK. We also have roles in our TSE team; please check separate listings. You can apply to only one role at EY-Parthenon, so choose carefully.

About EY-Parthenon Corporate & Growth Strategy

We aim to build a better working world by delivering actionable strategies using unconventional thinking and advanced research, analytics, and AI tools. Our team works on complex challenges across various sectors, including Education, Industrials & Energy, Health Sciences & Wellness, Retail & Consumer Goods, Technology, Media & Telecoms, and Business Services.

The Work

Our projects include:

• Commercial due diligence
• Strategy development and assessment
• Market entry and opportunity sizing
• Product and business unit strategy development
• Divestment options analysis

You will work with high-performing teams on diverse projects, gaining continuous learning and achievement opportunities.

The Opportunity

We seek to expand our team with Engagement Managers in our Retail and Consumer Products (RCP) Practice. You will build on your strategy, transaction, and commercial experience, working on projects for private equity and corporate clients in sectors like consumer goods, food & beverage, retail, e-commerce, and travel.

This role offers a chance to accelerate your career in RCP sector strategy, combining commercial diligence, strategic analysis, and sector passion. Strong problem-solving, creativity, and a can-do attitude are essential.

You Key Responsibilities

Leading client projects, shaping deliverables, developing client relationships, and supporting business development. Responsibilities include:

• Managing project teams of 3–8 consultants
• Fostering an inclusive team culture
• Identifying opportunities within existing clients
• Collaborating with wider EY teams across functions
• Contributing to internal initiatives and thought leadership

Skills and Attributes for Success

Ideal candidates are curious, hardworking, entrepreneurial, and passionate about the consumer and retail sectors. Excellent communication, collaboration, and coaching skills are vital.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Strategy consulting or strong commercial/transaction background
• Project management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Analytical expertise and proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel
• Passion for consumer sectors and sector-specific experience

Ideally, you will also

• Have sector-specific focus within RCP
• Be an excellent communicator
• Have business development experience
• Be a team player and effective time manager
• Be a coach to junior team members

What We Offer

Competitive remuneration, flexible working, career development support, and benefits through FlexEY. We also provide:

• Continuous learning and leadership development
• Exposure to diverse projects and senior leaders
• Diverse, inclusive culture
• Flexible, personalized success

If you meet these criteria, contact us promptly.

The EY experience is yours to build.

Apply now.

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