EYP-CorpStrat-Assistant Manager

EY; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

EY Global Delivery Services in India seeks an Assistant Manager for AI Due Diligence and AI-first operating model redesign. You will evaluate AI capabilities, platforms, and M&A technology requirements across deals and design Day 1 readiness plans.

You will work with EY-Parthenon teams and senior stakeholders to translate complex AI findings into actionable business insights and client-ready recommendations.

Qualifications

• An MBA or an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in AI due diligence, technology platform assessments, product due diligences, M&A technology consulting, or AI strategy / IT operating model strategy engagements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AI due diligences and maturity assessments to evaluate AI strategy and platform readiness.
• Evaluate AI/ML models, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure for risks and opportunities.
• Lead technology platform assessments in M&A contexts, including TSA design and Day 1 readiness.
• Frame AI strategy from current state to future state AI-first redesign.
• Assess total cost of ownership and ROI for AI/digital strategies.
• Deliver clear, business-focused insights for client reports and workshops.
• Facilitate client workshops to align on AI strategy and roadmaps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess impact on operations and outcomes.

Skills

AI due diligence

AI maturity assessments

IT strategy

Cloud environments

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Education

MBA or Eng/DS/CS degree

Tools

M&A technology tools

Data platform assessment tools

Job description

At EY, you’ll have the chance 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. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Assistant Manager – AI Due Diligence and AI-first operating model redesign

As part of the EY-Parthenon team, you will support clients in evaluating AI capabilities, AI technology platforms, and deal technology requirements across buy-side and sell-side transactions. Leveraging EY-Parthenon’s proprietary frameworks, you will help clients assess AI strategy, optimize digital platforms, and identify AI value creation opportunities across pre-deal and post-deal phases. This includes analyzing platform scalability and maturity, assessing risks and synergies, and supporting integration or carve-out execution.

The opportunity

We are seeking an Assistant Manager with expertise in AI Due Diligence, Technology Platform Assessments, and M&A technology deals. In this role, you will evaluate AI capabilities, digital platforms, and technology architecture during M&A transactions and standalone operating model redesign strategy engagements. You will collaborate with Senior Managers and Directors to deliver actionable insights that shape investment decisions and drive value creation.

Your key responsibilities

• Conduct AI due diligences / AI maturity assessments to assess maturity of enterprise AI strategy, AI technology architecture, AI data readiness, scalability, and integration readiness
• Evaluate AI/ML models, data pipelines, digital platforms, and cloud infrastructure to identify risks, synergies, and optimization opportunities.
• Lead technology platform assessments in M&A contexts, including deal technology evaluations, carve-out planning, TSA design, and Day 1 readiness
• Conduct AI Operating model redesign strategy engagements from current state assessments to framing the AI strategy, AI use cases identification and prioritization and coming up with future state AI-first redesign strategies
• Clear view on computing total cost of ownership and return on investment on AI / digital strategy
• Deliver clear, business-relevant insights for client reports and presentations.
• Facilitate client workshops and stakeholder discussions to align on AI strategy, platform roadmaps, and integration priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the impact of AI and digital platforms on business operations and transaction outcomes.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong experience in technology due diligences / AI maturity assessments
• Experience in digital / IT strategy / IT operating model redesign
• Ability to distil complex technical findings into concise, commercially focused insights.
• Solid understanding of AI/ML technologies, enterprise data platforms, cloud environments, and software architecture.
• Familiarity with AI governance, risk management, ethical AI, and regulatory considerations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience with senior leadership.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• An MBA or an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in AI due diligence, technology platform assessments, product due diligences, M&A technology consulting, or AI strategy / IT operating model strategy engagements.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience advising private equity or corporate clients on AI or digital platform investments.
• Knowledge of industry benchmarks and best practices in AI deployment and platform operations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead junior team members in a fast-paced environment.

What we look for

• A collaborative team player with strong analytical skills and commercial acumen.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for emerging technologies and deal technology.
• A desire to contribute to the growth of EY-Parthenon’s AI and technology platform due diligence practice.
• Commitment to working with global EY Strategy & Transactions teams and prominent businesses across industries.

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success, as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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