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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.

As a Senior Director with EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution Deal Management – Financial Services practice, you will be a vital member of the team leading and executing operational focused projects. You'll execute and manage projects supporting our client service team in developing and executing strategies for transactions. You will also be focusing a portion of your time on business and practice development as well as developing team members to achieve their goals.

• Project Management - lead 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 - drive client pursuits, including presentations and client meetings. Contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work.

• People Development - coach and mentor staff in the achievement of their career goals.

• Building Relationships - Strong working relationships with senior clients, including influence, advice and support to key decision makers.

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics and 8 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 7 years of related work experience.

• MBA is preferred.

• Significant experience in an M&A consulting environment working with financial services clients, including banking, capital markets, asset management, and/or insurance.

• Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights.

• Experience in business integrations, divestitures, and/or carve-outs with a demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis.

• Experience leading and managing in complex business environments.

• The ability to prioritize effectively on projects and the skills to adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts.

• Excellent 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.

• A proven record of excellence 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.

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.

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more .

• 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 $250,000 to $290,000. 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.

• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.

• 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 accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.

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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.

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