EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Deal Management-Financial Services-Sr. Associate-Consultant

EY-Parthenon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

EY-Parthenon, part of EY, seeks a Senior Associate-Consultant in Strategy and Execution to support and execute operational projects for financial services clients in a fast-paced, global environment. You will work with client service teams to develop transaction strategies and value-enhancement ideas, with exposure to pre- and post-deal engagements.

Based in New York or Chicago, you will be part of a broader EY-Parthenon network known for ambitious, high-impact work and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics.
• MBA is preferred for the role.
• Experience in a consulting environment working with banking and capital markets clients.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights.
• Demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute operational focused projects for the client service team.
• Assist with developing strategies for transactions and client engagements.
• Develop experience across pre- and post-deal phases including integration activities.

Skills

Project Management

Business Development

Learning

Building Relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics

MBA preferred

Job description

Location: New York, Chicago

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 unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions 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 – enabling you to shape your future with confidence.

Within EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution sub service line, the Deal Management – Financial Services practice works on the most complex and high-profile global transactions in the financial services sector. You will prepare and execute separation and integration plans, identify ideas and sources of value enhancement, as well as advise on risk mitigation and the successful change of operations, functions and people. You have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.

Your Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Associate-Consultant in EY-Parthenon’s Strategy and Execution – Deal Management - Financial Services practice, you will be a vital member of the team supporting and executing operational focused projects. You'll assist with the execution of projects supporting our client service team in developing strategies for transactions. Part of your role will also involve developing experience across a range of different types of engagements including pre and post deal phases.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Project Management - be part of project teams comprising colleagues from across the EY-Parthenon sub-service lines.
• Business and Commercially Driven - working in a fast-paced, exciting environment with strong business acumen to drive value to our clients.
• Business Development - assist in aspects of pursuits and proposal development. Contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work.
• Learning - learn and develop technical and personal skills to support achievement of career goals, through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experiences.
• Building Relationships - cultivate strong working relationships with clients and support key decision makers.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics and 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 18 months of related work experience.
• MBA is preferred.
• Experience in a consulting environment working with banking and capital markets clients.
• Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights.
• Demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• The ability to prioritize effectively on projects and the skills to adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts.
• Solid negotiation and influencing skills, and the ability to develop long-lasting relationships both internally and externally.
• You must either reside in or be in a commutable distance to your office location for this position.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.

Ideally, you will have

• Previous experience in a mergers or acquisitions transactions role.
• Experience gained within another large professional services organization.
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.
• Established networking skills in a relevant industry.

What We Look For

We’re interested in talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you.

What We Offer You

At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $130,000 to $205,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

EY | Building a better working world

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

All in to shape the future with confidence.

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