Strategy and Transactions - Infrastructure - CF - Executive

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Pension

Discounted health insurance

Gym access

Job summary

Ernst & Young, Dublin, is seeking a strategic Executive in Strategy and Transactions – Infrastructure. You will work under senior leadership to deliver advisory services on major infrastructure projects, including structuring, financing, procurement, and governance across public and private sectors.

The role focuses on strategic advisory, business planning, and complex financial analyses, requiring ACA/ACCA or equivalent and a track record in infrastructure or corporate finance advisory.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA or equivalent with proven relevant work experience
• GAAP/IFRS knowledge and strong financial accounting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and client focus
• Strong leadership and relationship management abilities

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on diverse matters tailored to each client
• Lead business planning and business case development for infrastructure projects
• Advise on procurement strategies for infrastructure assets
• Oversee and manage financial and operational performance of assets
• Support mergers, buyouts and disposals in the infrastructure sector
• Deliver PPP advisory services and client-facing insights
• Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, risk, and timely delivery

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial analysis

Interpersonal skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Leadership

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Chartered Accountant

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Strategy and Transactions - Infrastructure - CF - Executive

Location: Dublin 2

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: 28 Aug 2026

Requisition ID: 1738883

General Information

Location: Dublin

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: NO

Business Area: UKI SaT

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

We are re-defining traditional career journeys and offering a range of diverse options for EY people to achieve success as defined by them and building strong foundations for future endeavours.

The publication of Project Ireland 2040 by the Irish Government publicly stated its commitment to develop Ireland over the period to 2040.The 2025 review of the National Development Plan 2021 – 2030 outlinea the Government’s key areas of focus and its €275 billion capital expenditure plan to make Ireland a better country for all of its people.EY’s Government and Infrastructure team is looking to further expand to capture the opportunities these investment plans provide and assist our clients deliver upon them.

Our team advises on all aspects of the development, structuring, financing and overseeing and managing these infrastructure and real estate projects. We help clients understand the business, investment and public policy opportunities arising from increased investment in infrastructure and offer a coordinated approach to procuring, structuring, executing and managing major infrastructure, real estate and complex service projects and transactions. Our professionals are drawn from finance, investment banking, Government, economics, construction, funds management and industry.

Join our Government and Infrastructure Advisory (G&IA) team and you join a team of experienced professionals who bring to clients excellence in the planning, procurement and delivery of infrastructure. You will advise both public and private sector organisations that require support in developing and managing large scale infrastructure projects across a range of sectors. You will also advise on the long-term operation of assets and the creation of high performing organisations.

Your key responsibilities

• Working under the supervision of Manager, Senior Managers, Directors or Partners within SaT G&IA as well as other EY departments in both Ireland and internationally on the following assignments:
• Strategic advice -various advices relating to strategic matters, which vary considerably from client to client
• Business planning & business case -various advices relating to strategic matters, which vary considerably from client to client
• Procurement–advising public and private clients in relation to the procurement of infrastructure assets through different forms of contracting and procurement models
• Oversight and Management–advising public and private clients in relation to the oversight and management of infrastructure assets including financial and operational performance and reporting
• Mergers, buyouts and disposals -buying and selling businesses and assets in infrastructure sector
• PPPs – advising public and private clients in relation to the procurement and funding of infrastructure assets through PPP
• Working effectively as a team member by sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior members on progress.
• Understanding our client requirements, co-developing our approach with the client, and providing value to our clients through insights, factual conclusions and advice.
• Review Excel models under supervision and arrive at preliminary conclusions.
• Understand, manipulate and interpret financial data and client information, drawing appropriate conclusions.
• Carry out relevant analysis and present your findings (both written and orally).
• Gathering, verifying and analysing information to formulate views.
• Day to day progression of assignments to include; planning, preparing and reviewing various forms of deliverables to include reports and presentations.
• A focus on anticipating and identifying risks that require escalation and subsequently escalating these risks to more senior staff as appropriate.
• Working closely with colleagues you will ensure that work is properly executed, documented and concluded in compliance with our Quality & Risk Management guidelines.
• Actively establishing, maintaining and strengthening your internal and external relationships.
• Maintaining and constantly upgrading technical knowledge and personal skills.

Skills and attributes for success

• Ideally you will have an accounting qualification – Chartered Accountant or equivalent;a sound grasp of Irish Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and financial accounting
• High level of business awareness and a strong understanding of the factors that drive financial performance
• Highly numerate with a sound grasp of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• A track record in infrastructure advisory and/or corporate finance advisory, experience of working in a professional services environment, and exposure to high profile transactions, would all be a distinct advantage
• Familiarity with the development or formal review of financial models is a pre-requisite
• Strong leadership skills, willingness to learn and a positive attitude

To qualify for the role you must have

• Qualified with ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification with proven relevant and transferrable work experience
• Strong interpersonal skills and client focus are important, as well as attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Demonstrable organization and self-management skills
• Excellent business development and relationship management skills

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Discounted health insurance
• Bike to work Scheme
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• Recognition Awards
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Hybrid Working
• Onsite Gym
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Travel Pass
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.