Manager | Transaction Strategy and Execution

Mā te kahukura ka rere te manu | With wings a bird will fly

At EY, we believe that whoever you are, your uniqueness helps us stand apart. We bring together extraordinary people, like you, to build a better working world.

Kei a koe te mana | The choice is yours

As a Manager, you’ll join the Transaction Strategy & Execution practice, a dedicated team within EY’s Strategy and Transactions division. We help clients maximise value from their acquisitions and divestments by defining the operational changes required to achieve targeted outcomes. Our expertise spans synergy assessments, separation readiness and support, operational due diligence, and the integration or separation process.

Why EY?

• Industry Leader: Be part of the largest dedicated integrations, separations, and transition practice in Oceania.
• Diverse Experience: We combine operational and transaction experience, offering you a unique blend of opportunities.
• High-Profile Projects: Work on high-profile M&A transactions in a supportive environment.
• Top-Ranked Practice: EY Strategy and Transactions practice has ranked first in Oceania for the past 11 consecutive years in Merger market’s Accountant Advisor league tables for highest value and volume of deals.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of junior resources to deliver engagements from end-to-end.
• Manage client relationships across the engagement lifecycle.
• Develop market perspectives and other business development materials.
• Analyse and evaluate operating models and financial information.
• Identify key operational, integration, and separation issues for further analysis.
• Develop deliverables in a fast-paced environment and present to clients.
• Identify key client risks and issues and mitigate these ahead of time.

Ō Pūmanawa I What we’re looking for

Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.

• Diverse Backgrounds: We value diversity of background, skills, and experience in our team.
• Experience: 4+ years in a similar role (e.g., Professional Services, Management Consulting, M&A, or related corporate experience).
• Skills: Advanced problem-solving skills, curiosity, and creative thinking.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in delivering high-quality reports and presentations.
• Relationships: Adept at building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Driven with High EQ: A balance of ambition and emotional intelligence.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Desirable: Transaction or organisational transformation experience is a plus.

Our roles can be adjusted to work flexibly with the potential of reduced hours to balance your time between the home and office. Please speak with us about potential options.

Kuhu mai ki a EY I Come, be a part of EY

• Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at www.ey.com/nz/careerdevelopment
• Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/nz/flexibility
• Learn about our commitment to DE&I at www.ey.com/nz/diversity-inclusiveness
• Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave at www.ey.com/nz/benefits

We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Apply now… we’re over 1,000 perspectives in Aotearoa New Zealand and we’re ready to welcome yours.

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging— where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Whāia te iti kahurangi I The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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