Associate Vice President - EYP -Transaction Strategy & Execution- Ops- Bangalore/ Delhi/ Mumbai

Requisition Id: 1673929

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The opportunity : AVP - EYP -Transaction Strategy & Execution- Ops- Bangalore/ Delhi/ Mumbai

About EY Parthenon
EY-Parthenon is a unique, world-class strategy practice that delivers long-term value to our clients, our people and EY. As a sub-service line within Strategy and Transactions, EY-Parthenon brings together professionals with diverse strategic capabilities and deep sector insights. We enable our professionals to lead from the front, unlock the full potential of strategy, transactions and restructuring, and reshape work, paving the way for high value impact for our clients. EY-Parthenon plays a critical role in driving collaboration between sub-service lines, within service lines and across the firm.

The opportunity
The Transactions Strategy & Execution (TSE) team advises clients across the entire deal lifecycle—pre-deal diligence, Day 1 planning, post-merger integration, carve-outs, and long-term value creation. The team partners with corporates and private equity clients to manage transformational change and operationalize deal strategy. Our professionals work cross-functionally to evaluate operational, financial, and people-related risks and synergies, providing data-driven, actionable recommendations to drive deal success. We are hiring Managers/AVPs with deep expertise in one of three functional domains: Operations, Finance, or Human Resources, to lead transaction projects, advise senior stakeholders, and contribute to the growth of our market presence.

Your key responsibilities

Technical Excellence

• Demonstrated understanding of deal management processes within a consulting framework. Ability to critically assess business needs and formulate strategic solutions tailored to client requirements. Proficient in leveraging analytical tools to evaluate deal structures and optimize outcomes. Experienced in managing stakeholder relationships to facilitate smooth deal execution. Strong capability to support teams in developing proposals and managing project deliverables effectively.
• Common Responsibilities Across All Functional Tracks
   Lead and support M&A engagements including due diligence, integration, separation, and value creation initiat-
  ives.
   Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client executives, understanding their strategic goals and aligning transac-
  tion strategies accordingly.
   Analyze large datasets and provide insights across financial, operational, or people dimensions depending on the
  functional track.
   Identify risks and opportunities within the client’s functional area and across cross-functional teams.
   Prepare high-quality client deliverables, including strategic reports, synergy assessments, and implementation
  roadmaps (Day 1/Day 100).
   Lead proposal development and participate in business development initiatives.
   Manage multiple engagements and teams, ensuring quality, on-time delivery, and client satisfaction.

Track 1: Functional Expertise – Operations (ODD & Value Creation)
Key Responsibilities
 Conduct Operational Due Diligence (ODD) for buy-side and sell-side transactions.
 Lead post-merger value creation and business transformation programs.
 Work across areas such as supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and shared services.
 Support clients in synergy assessment, operating model design, and performance improvement.
 Develop high-impact growth and EBITDA transformation plans.
Preferred Experience
 Experience in consulting or transformation roles in sectors like Industrials, Automotive, Chemicals, Consumer
Goods, Pharma, or Retail.
 Hands-on experience in supply chain optimization, lean operations, or manufacturing excellence.
 Familiarity with tools and frameworks for operational benchmarking and strategic cost reduction.

Track 2: Functional Expertise – Finance
Key Responsibilities
 Conduct financial due diligence, carve-out analysis, and integration planning from a finance perspective.
 Analyze financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flows) to derive key insights.
 Design and assess finance function processes: P2P, O2C, R2R, tax, treasury, inventory valuation, and FP&A. 
 Evaluate financial and operational controls, management reporting systems, and ERP platforms.
 Support finance transformation initiatives and identify Day 1 readiness gaps.
Preferred Experience
 Prior experience in financial transformation, controllership, FP&A, or finance shared services.
 Deep understanding of accounting principles, finance processes, and enterprise finance systems.
 Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and pricing analytics.

Track 3: Functional Expertise – Human Resources
Key Responsibilities
 Lead HR due diligence, integration, and separation activities during M&A transactions.
 Evaluate compensation & benefits structures, organizational design, and people policies.
 Advise on end-to-end employee lifecycle processes: recruitment, performance management, payroll, L&D, and
exit.
 Conduct cultural assessments, labor law compliance reviews, and change management planning.
 Identify HR-related synergies and risks and develop integration roadmaps.
Preferred Experience
 Experience in HR transformation, HR operations, or consulting with focus on people strategy.
 Knowledge of HCM systems and HR analytics.
 Strong grasp of organizational behavior, talent strategy, and communications planning during change.

To qualify for the role you must have

Qualifications

• Finance Track: CA / MBA in Finance or equivalent.
• HR Track: MBA / PGDM in Human Resources.
• Operations Track: MBA in Strategy/Operations or BE with industry experience.

Experience

• Project Management (6+ years)
• HR Operations (4+ years)
• Business Intelligence (3+ years)
• Financial Analysis (3+ years)
• Technical Writing (2+ years)
• Artificial Intelligence (3+ years)
• Product Management (4+ years)

Skills and attributes

In addition to technical competence, what will set you up for success 
• Champion start up thinking and deliver innovative solutions 
• Enhance business solutions by blending emerging technologies
• Embrace technology to transform new ways of working 
• Deliver highest quality results 
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and learning for yourself
• Create value and build sustainable relationships that last a lifetime
• Be involved in a cause for the benefit of larger community 
• Pursue passions beyond work and invest in your wellbeing 

What we look for

People with the ability to work in a collaborative manner to provide services across multiple client departments while following the commercial and legal requirements. You will need a practical approach to solving issues and complex problems with the ability to deliver insightful and practical solutions. We look for people who are agile, curious, mindful, and able to sustain positive energy, while being adaptable and creative in their approach.

What we offer

Fuelled by the brilliance of our people, EY has emerged as the strongest brand and the most attractive employer in our field, with market-leading growth over competitors. Our people work side-by-side with market-leading entrepreneurs, game-changers, disruptors, and visionaries. As an organization, we are investing more time, technology, and money than ever before in skills and learning for our people. At EY, you will have a personalized Career Journey and also the chance to tap into the resources of our career frameworks to better know about your roles, skills, and opportunities.

EY is equally committed to being an inclusive employer, and we strive to achieve the right balance for our people—enabling us to deliver excellent client service while allowing our people to build their careers as well as focus on their wellbeing.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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