EY Parthenon Türkiye - Strategy Manager

EY-Parthenon is a strategy consultancy, committed to bringing unconventional yet pragmatic thinking together with our clients’ smarts to deliver actionable strategies for real impact in today’s complex business landscape. It is part of a global network comprising entities in 120 countries with 9,000+ professionals. Being part of EY-Parthenon offers unique career opportunities and incredible possibilities in terms of growth and international experience.

EY-Parthenon Türkiye is recently established and fast growing. This is providing new team members broader responsibilities, more exposure to clients, and overall, a significant opportunity for personal growth and development. Therefore EY-Parthenon is searching for professionals for our office in Istanbul, and as part of our EMEIA team, who are looking for entrepreneurship and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment on different levels.

The opportunity

We are looking for seasoned strategy professionals to join our team in Turkey at the Manager level in any of these sectors: generalist, energy, utility, financial services, telecommunications, automotive, retail, chemicals, transportation & logistics, industrial manufacturing.

As part of EY Parthenon Strategy, you will have the opportunity to deliver projects that make a strong impact on the region and develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.

You will work with a high-performing, integrated team which focuses on a variety of global and local corporate clients and private equity clients. You'll have a diverse range of stretching experiences which will give you continuous learning and development opportunities as well as a great sense of achievement.
 

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager, you’ll typically be responsible for leading our largest client projects, shaping the deliverables, client relationships, and wider team, with the support and coaching of our directors and partners.

You’ll also be involved in developing proposals and bids, and actively contribute to EY-Parthenon thought leadership and internal operational initiatives.

This will include:

• Managing project teams of between 3-6 consultants
• Creating an inclusive culture throughout the team and within engagements
• Developing our business – identifying opportunities within existing clients and driving sales activity
• Working closely with wider EY teams – across Business Consulting, Tax, Strategy & Transactions and Assurance to bring the best of the firm to our clients
• Developing a community within the team – owning / developing an offer, or other internal practice build initiatives such as Training, Professional Development, Innovation, Recruitment, etc.
• Counselling of Consultants to provide career direction and advice

What we look for 

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, driven, and have a passion to be part of a fast-paced, successful team. Being a strong team player is also important as well as someone who is happy to work flexibly over several client deals across Turkey and Globally.

The ideal candidates are curious, and purpose driven. We’re looking for people, who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.

Skills and attributes for success
 

• At minimum, a bachelor's degree from a top-ranking school in Turkey, Europe or US with outstanding academic performance, preferably in the field of Engineering, Economics, Business Administration
• Past or recent consulting experience at a strategy consulting house is key
• At least 5-7 years working experience in a strategy advisory company and/or in a corporate strategy department; 4-5 years of experience in business consulting or related fields.
• High level of comfort in a consulting role and experience with a client-facing position in an agency/consulting environment, including leading client workshops and developing and delivering strategic recommendations
• Experience working in global multidisciplinary teams and across regions/countries
• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical ability to shape the business agenda and define strategic roadmaps
• Entrepreneurial spirit, team player and excellent communicator
• Strong people and leadership skills (incl. cross-functional collaboration, team management and people development & coaching)
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in Turkish and English
   

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package including fringe benefits, the opportunity to develop in a truly global environment, and an entrepreneurial opportunity to help drive the growth of EY-Parthenon in Turkey.  Plus, we offer:

• 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.