GDS SaT-Executive Director-Commercial Diligence Lead

GDS EY-P Commercial Diligence Lead- Strategy and Transactions 

As part of our EY-GDS team, you will help clients develop their investment strategies and  evaluate potential transactions. Working with EY-GDS’s team, you will be part of the gro up which analysis growth opportunities for our clients. This includes developing  growth and market entry strategies,  conducting  strategic  portfolio  reviews  and  undertaking  commercial due diligence studies. The client base spans across industries and includes blue chip  corporates, multinational investors and Private Equity firms. 

GDS is EY's global client service delivery vehicle and is founded on an integrated teaming model. With  operations across the globe, GDS offers seamless services to  80  countries through its  "high  performing teams". 

The opportunity 

We’re looking for Leader with expertise in Private Equity and Commercial Diligence  to join the leadership group of our EY-GDS Strategy Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be  part of a leading firm whilst being instrumental in the growth of a new service offering. 

As part of our EY-GDS Team, you will help clients develop their investment strategies and  evaluate potential transactions. Working with EY’s proprietary Capital Agenda framework, you will  help clients ascertain the best way to raise, invest, optimize and preserve their capital. This includes  acquiring and divesting the companies/divisions, conducting  strategic  portfolio  reviews  and  undertaking investment and risk thesis for future. The client base spans across All Industry Sectors and  includes Blue Chip Corporates, Multinational Investors and Private Equity firms.  

Your key responsibilities 

• Demonstrate subject matter expertise in strategy and operations within target industries  
• Manage case teams to provide solutions to unstructured client problems  
• Use an issue-based approach to deliver growth, market and portfolio strategy engagements for EY-GDS clients   
• Manage a team of 100+ professionals undertaking commercial due diligence and Operation due diligence
• Support business development activities by both leading pursuits and strengthening long-standing relationships with EY-GDS clients   
• Contribute in development of intellectual capital in your industry of expertise  
• Participate / Manage firm building responsibilities like hiring, training and counselling 
• Strong nag of creating new business opportunities to expand further integration with member firms    

Skills and attributes for success 

• Growth strategies   
• Market attractiveness analysis 
• Strategic options analysis  
• Commercial due diligence
• Market Modelling and analysis 
• Carve-out / Divestment   
• Understanding of Databases – both general and sector specific 
• Well versed with tech tools would be a plus 
• Out of box thinking for developing structured and actionable solutions 
•  Experience working with Global Stakeholders and managing multi culture mindsets 

To qualify for the role, you must have 

• Experience in executing and managing research and analysis of companies and markets,  
• preferably from a commercial due diligence and growth strategy mindset 
• 15+ years of work experience in Strategy and Operations projects  
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, exposure to tools like Power BI, Alteryx, working knowledge of VBA, Phyton will be plus.  
• Master’s degree 

Ideally, you’ll also have 

• Project management skills 
• Strong stakeholder management skills  

What we look for 

• A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment 
• An opportunity to be a part of market-leading, multi-disciplinary team of 3600 + professionals, in the only integrated global transaction business worldwide. 
• Opportunities to work with EY SaT practices globally with leading businesses across a range of industries 

What we offer 

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six  locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY  service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy.  From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career  opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting  projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever- expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your  career.   

•    Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.   

•    Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.  

•    Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.   

•    Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.