EY Parthenon - Manager - Strategy and Transaction Execution Deal Technology

The opportunity

EY-Parthenon offers corporate, government and private equity clients professional transaction advice and services, from the strategic analysis phase of the transaction lifecycle, through to deal execution, and transaction integration or separation. The goal is to create value for EY-Parthenon clients, people and society more broadly at the intersection of strategy, transaction services and transformation.

Transaction Strategy and Execution – Deal Technology is a dedicated team within EY-Parthenon’s Strategy and Transactions practice that helps clients achieve their strategic objectives in acquisitions and divestments.

We cover a wide range of technology aspects in a transaction, including IT, cyber, software and data due diligence, separation or integration analysis, value creation, synergy assessments, , and supporting the integration or separation process from a technology workstream perspective. With an unrivalled track record in the industry, you will have the opportunity to be part of the largest dedicated integrations, separations and transition practice in Oceania.

We are part of a rapidly growing, specialised team in EY-Parthenon Oceania that stands out for a few reasons:

• We are the largest dedicated due diligence, integrations and separations practice in Oceania with transaction savvy, technology experts
• We combine technology, operational and transaction experience
• We attract and retain leading talent by providing opportunities to work on high-profile M&A transactions in a supportive environment
• EY-Parthenon practice has ranked first in Oceania for the past 11 consecutive years in Mergermarket’s Accountant Advisor league tables on highest value and volume of deals

This is a hybrid position based in Naarm – Melbourne.

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager, you will support and deliver Deal Technology services on transactions of all sizes. This is a hybrid position based in Melbourne. Some of your responsibilities include:

• Analysing and evaluating key IT risks and considerations that impact deal value for buy-side clients
• Being a trusted advisor to clients on technical matters relating to separation or integration assessments
• Developing and presenting key deliverables to clients as well as supporting in business development activities
• Identifying key client risks throughout the transaction lifecycle and mitigating these ahead of time
• Analysing and evaluating a company’s IT financials and highlighting considerations for the transaction
• Managing engagement teams day-to-day in the delivery of our Deal Technology services
• Acting as the main point of contact to our client for our Deal Technology scope of services
• Collaborating widely with the broader EY-Parthenon division and other teams within EY to bring the best of EY to solve the client’s challenges throughout the transaction life-cycle

Skills and attributes for success

We have a wide range of clients and projects of different sizes, industries and regions. As a result, we value diversity of background, skills and experience in our team.

• 5+ years of experience
• Experience in 2 of these 3 domains
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Technology
• Consulting / advisory services
• Advanced problem-solving skills, curiosity and creative thinking
• Demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in delivering high-quality reports and presentations
• Adept at building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and clients
• Driven, but with high EQ
• Proficient at Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn .

• Career development:At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• Flexible work arrangements:Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

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