EY-Parthenon Associate Director, AI X Digital Strategy Execution

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd in Singapore is looking for an Associate Director to lead AI and digital strategy transformations. You will deliver high-value solutions to CXOs, manage project teams, and drive business development.

The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience with top strategy firms, a strong background in technology, and the ability to mentor junior members. The position offers opportunities for growth in a supportive environment with a focus on diverse teams and innovative thinking.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience with top strategy firms or leading corporates.
• Experience in technology or digital strategy or execution.
• Experience in sectors like Consumer products, Retail, Healthcare or Energy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivering value in CXO level strategy and transformation agendas.
• Independently leading engagements end to end.
• Driving business development and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Digital and technology transformation

Quantitative analysis

Client relationship development

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

EY-Parthenon Associate Director, AI X Digital Strategy Execution

Location:

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: 1 Jul 2026

Requisition ID: 1722348

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

EY-Parthenon’s Strategy and Execution team focuses on addressing CXO’s key agenda, covering strategy creation, operational optimization and deal execution. This high‑performing team has grown rapidly over the last two years and has experienced hires joining from top management consulting firms. We are very active in the market with several deep accounts focused on key sectors of Consumer products, Retail, Healthcare & Life Sciences, TMT, Industrials, Automotive and Energy.

With so many offerings, you could develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders, and in doing so, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sounds interesting? Well, this is just the beginning.

Your key responsibilities

• Delivering value as part of a core engagement team working on a CXO level strategy and transformation agenda – projects range from market entry strategy, growth / turnaround strategy and go‑to‑market strategy; commercial due diligence, post‑merger integration and divestments; digital, cost & organization transformation and rapid value creation.
• Independently leading engagements end to end, with responsibilities spanning from planning the engagement, structuring the team, driving execution, leading stakeholder engagements and managing engagement economics.
• Driving business development efforts, along with sector leads.
• Mentoring junior team members to drive client impact and support their professional growth.

Skills and attributes for success

• Experience in driving digital and technology transformation programs that include the application of AI to solve complex technology problems.
• Experience in translating business needs to technology / digital solutions and to be able to engage deeply with technical and business stakeholders on technology related topics.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and high degree of comfort with quantitative analysis.
• Proficiency in both verbal and written communication, ensuring communications are logical, persuasive and tailored to the audience.
• Ability to develop strong and lasting client relationships.
• Strong project management and leadership skills with commitment to deliver high quality work.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and cope with undefined situations.
• Flexible to travel to within and outside Singapore (mostly ASEAN) based on engagement needs.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience with top strategy firms (preferred) and leading corporates.
• Work experience in technology or digital strategy or execution.
• Experience of working in one or more of the following sectors would be an added advantage: Consumer products, Retail, Healthcare & Life Sciences, TMT, Industrials, Automotive and Energy.

What are we looking for?

Highly motivated individuals with a positive attitude and ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. You will be a confident team player who collaborates with people from various teams, while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.

What do we offer?

We will fuel your ambition and potential with future‑focused skills development that equips you with state‑of‑the‑art methodologies and technology‑enabled solutions. With more than 25,000 people in 150 countries, you will join an inclusive and empowering culture that values your uniqueness, prioritizes your wellbeing, and immerses you in the diverse thinking and cross‑cultural experiences necessary to help deliver impact to clients across the globe and to help build a better working world.