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EY-Parthenon – IT Due Diligence - Manager (GDS)

We are seeking a Manager to join the IT Due diligence team within EY-Parthenon GDS team. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a leading firm while playing a pivotal role in the expansion of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• IT Pre-Deal Advisory
• Lead rapid diagnostics and detailed IT due diligence to assess a company’s current and future technology landscape, including digital propositions, product profitability, cost structures, processes, and performance improvement opportunities.
• Analyze target data to evaluate technology capabilities, cost drivers, systems architecture, and IT contractual obligations.
• Develop insights and hypotheses on critical technology issues and actively contribute to team discussions, highlighting the impact of IT on business strategy, operations, and deal valuation.
• Interpret IT benchmarks and qualitative data to provide clients with a clear view of typical IT functions and maturity.
• Manage end-to-end IT due diligence engagements, covering strategy, applications, infrastructure, organization, cybersecurity, third-party dependencies, and spend analysis. Deliver well-structured reports with actionable findings and recommendations.
• Build financial models for IT, including synergy estimates, one-time costs, and standalone recurring costs for separation and integration scenarios.

Wider Responsibilities

• Engage with senior client stakeholders and internal leadership (Partners and Directors) to drive impactful outcomes.
• Prepare proposals and contribute to development of service offerings and go-to-market initiatives.
• Support business development by identifying opportunities, conducting research, and participating in client pitches.
• Perform primary and secondary research, quantitative analysis, and market modeling to validate hypotheses and address scope areas.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to identify and resolve emerging diligence issues.
• Drive transition from diagnostic phases to implementation work, ensuring continuity and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• MBA or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (preferably with a technology focus) from an accredited institution.
• 7–10 years of technology consulting experience with emphasis on deal advisory, integration, and separation processes.
• Proven expertise in assessing IT processes, technologies, and frameworks, including:
• Application Support & Maintenance
• Application Portfolio Rationalization
• Network & Data Center Operations
• Infrastructure Optimization (consolidation, rationalization, cost savings)
• Enterprise applications (ERP, CRM)
• Technology assessment/diligence
• Digital Transformation and AI readiness

Skills & Attributes for Success

• Prior experience in Consulting (Strategy, Management, Technology) or Transaction Advisory.
• Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in IT due diligence across diverse industries.
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of information into clear, client-ready deliverables under tight timelines.
• Skilled in facilitating client workshops, interviews, and stakeholder discussions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with AI tools, Visio, Power BI, and SmartSheet is a plus.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and mentor junior team members and motivate diverse workstreams.
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt quickly, and apply expertise in new contexts.
• Willingness to travel at a low to moderate level.