EY-Parthenon Engagement Manager | Carve-out | Strategy & Execution

Ernst & Young AB; Göteborgs kommun; Hybrid; SEK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nordic Hybrid Model

Central Nordic offices

Job summary

EY-Parthenon in the Nordics seeks an Engagement Manager with significant experience in operational M&A carve-outs. The role spans pre-sign strategy to post-sign execution, serving buy-side and sell-side engagements across the Nordic region.

You will lead cross-functional teams, mentor juniors, and contribute to the growth of the carve-out practice while collaborating with clients across Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and beyond.

Qualifications

• Experience leading carve-out and separation programs across the deal lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of operational M&A and value creation.
• Master's degree in business and economics, Engineering or equivalent.
• Great communication skills in English; Swedish or Nordic language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading buy- and sell-side carve-out engagements from pursuit through delivery and client management.
• Driving carve-out analyses, standalone operating model design, cost assessments, separation planning, and TSA scoping.
• Establishing and leading Separation Management Offices for Day 1 and IPO readiness programs.
• Supporting the development and expansion of our carve-out offering.
• Mentoring junior team members and fostering an inclusive, high-performance team culture.

Skills

Carve-out leadership

Operational M&A

Value creation

Stakeholder communication

English fluency

Swedish language

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in business and economics

Engineering or equivalent

Job description

The opportunity

At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value - solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY's full spectrum of services, we've reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity and governments every step of the way.

EY-Parthenon is looking for an Engagement Manager with significant experience from operational related M&A projects, specifically within carve-outs. The role is part of our Nordic practice and can be based in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Oslo, Copenhagen, or Helsinki, working closely with colleagues and clients across the region.

Your key responsibilities

As an Engagement Manager in EY-Parthenon's dedicated carve-out practice, you will play a pivotal role in helping clients navigate complex carve-out transactions and separation programs. Working across the full deal lifecycle, from pre-sign strategy and diligence through post-sign execution, you will support both buy-side and sell-side engagements.

In this role, you will help organizations make critical decisions that shape business performance, operational readiness, and long-term value creation. You will work closely with leading corporates and investors on high-profile, complex transactions, while also contributing to the continued growth and evolution of our market-leading carve-out practice, capabilities, and team.

• Leading buy-and sell-side carve-out engagements from pursuit and scoping through delivery and client management
• Driving carve-out analyses, standalone operating model design, cost assessments, separation planning, and TSA scoping
• Establishing and leading Separation Management Offices for Day 1 and IPO readiness programs
• Supporting the development and expansion of our carve-out offering
• Mentoring junior team members and fostering an inclusive, high-performance team culture

Skills and attributes for success

• Proven experience leading carve-out and separation programs across the deal lifecycle, gained within strategy consulting, transaction advisory, corporate development, M&A, or a related environment.
• Strong understanding of operational M&A and value creation, with the ability to translate complex transaction challenges into actionable solutions.
• Master's degree in business and economics, Engineering or equivalent.
• Great communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and preferably Swedish or another Nordic language.
• Ability to structure and solve complex problems and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.

Ideally, you'll also

• Have experience from post-signing related activities, including sign-to-close planning, cutover planning, and PMO/Deal team support throughout the transaction life cycle.
• Experience from other technical separation related topics, including vendor and/or customer contract separation, legal entity structuring and optimization.
• Have experience leading value creation related projects, both identification and quantification as well as execution.
• Being a team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels in EY and with clients, both in the Nordics and internationally.

What We Look For

An agile, business and growth-oriented mindset. We're looking for innovative individuals who can work in an agile way and adapt to a changing business environment.

Curiosity and a purpose-driven approach. We seek people who see opportunities instead of challenges and ask better questions to build a better working world.

Inclusivity. We value individuals who embrace diverse perspectives and work inclusively to build safety and trust.

What we offer you

You will join a collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment where you will receive significant responsibility early on and you could develop rapidly as a professional. By joining our team, we offer:

• Opportunity to work on complex and high-impact engagements with leading Nordic and international clients in high-stakes transaction environments.
• High-performing, inclusive, collaborative, fun, and entrepreneurial team culture.
• Modern offices in central locations in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Oslo, Copenhagen, or Helsinki, and flexible ways of working as part of our Nordic Hybrid Model.

The application deadline is August 15th, 2026. We will review your application before the summer vacations and start the interviewing process during August.

Note that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

At EY, we celebrate diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you have any questions, require assistance, or need adjustments to the recruitment process due to a disability, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at [e-mail]. We are here to support you.