Engagement Manager, Transaction Strategy and Execution, EY-Parthenon

What if your career didn’t follow a familiar path, but forged a new one?

EY-Parthenon is the global strategy consulting arm within the EY organization, comprised of over 9,000 professionals. Here at EY-Parthenon, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse, inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets needed to stay relevant today and in the future, all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits
 

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Engagement Manager to join our Transaction Strategy and Execution team, based in our Copenhagen office. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in M&A strategy/execution (both pre- and post-deal) and experience in the operational aspects of M&A, including client-facing or in-house engagements in one or more of the following areas:

• Post-merger integration and/or carve-out assistance
• Operations due diligence
• Operational value creation
• Deal strategy, including synergies
• Technology (product) and/or IT due diligence

As an Engagement Manager, you will be an integral part of our management team, managing complex M&A engagements and developing our smart, dynamic team to realize their potential and deliver value for our clients. We seek someone passionate about M&A execution, who cares about team development and can effectively build strategic relationships with clients.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead and/or contribute to a variety of pre- and post-deal engagements, including due diligence, deal strategy/synergies, and operational value creation.
• Manage day-to-day engagement aspects, including commercial, staffing, and risk management.
• Assist in business origination, including pitches and presentations, and work in project teams with colleagues.
• Execute Strategy and Transaction services that support key decision-makers in developing and executing transaction strategies.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with strong business acumen to add value to our clients.
• Learn and develop technical and personal skills to support your career goals through structured learning, coaching, and experiences.
• Contribute to practice development initiatives, supporting our focus on creating a great workplace.
• Act as a role model and support the development of junior team members, along with recruitment and training responsibilities.

Skills and attributes for success

• Significant and recent experience in a consulting firm or industry, preparing and delivering programs in an M&A environment.
• Ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively with gravitas to all relevant stakeholders.
• Comfort with ambiguity and fluid situations in time-pressured environments.
• Professional presentation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

What we look for

• An agile, growth-oriented mindset. We’re looking for innovative individuals who can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.
• Curiosity and a purpose-driven approach. We seek people who see opportunities instead of challenges and ask better questions to build a better working world.
• Inclusivity. We value individuals who embrace diverse perspectives and work inclusively to build safety and trust.

What we offer you

• Accelerate your leadership journey by joining as a senior leader within the team, leveraging your transformative leadership skills.
• Lead on some of the most exciting, challenging M&A deals.
• Broaden your horizons by working on integrated teams across the globe and collaborating with diverse backgrounds.
• Invest in your personal well-being and career development.
• Develop your personal purpose and help create a positive ripple effect on teams, clients, and society.
• Embrace flexibility with EY's hybrid work model, allowing you to balance in-office and remote work based on team needs and preferences.

If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

You can find out more about Transaction Strategy and Execution at EY-Parthenon in Denmark here: https://www.ey.com/en_dk/strategy-transactions/transaction-strategy 

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