Executive, Transaction Strategy and Execution, Financial Services, London

Transaction Strategy & Execution (TSE) - Executive 
Financial services, London

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.  

The opportunity

Do you have a passion for Mergers and Acquisitions and have the vision to see through complex problems? Do you have a desire to work with some of the largest financial service corporations and private equity firms in the UK? 

We are looking for Executives to join our Transaction, Strategy and Execution (TSE) team within our Financial Services Practice in London. We’re focused on our clients’ key strategic activities, advising and influencing at a senior leadership level. We excel at ensuring transactions are executed smoothly and efficiently, without compromising standards or taking uncalculated risks for sellers or buyers.

Your key responsibilities 
As an Executive within the team you will support clients on a daily basis in highly confidential transactions in both a pre-deal and post-deal context. Responsibilities include:

• Support and work within multi-faceted client engagement teams to execute acquisitions, divestments and/or IPOs for a diverse range of clients (incl. FTSE 100) 
• Demonstrate strong transaction and operational knowledge in Financial Services
• Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and senior client stakeholders, fostering an open and inclusive environment
• Demonstrate an ability to solve complex problems, identify transaction risks / issues, and recommend potential resolutions and/or strategic/tactical initiatives
• Deliver a high degree of client satisfaction and quality work products 
• Perform client and industry research and prepare materials to support client pitches and proposals.
• Work across the deal life-cycle from transaction strategy and design, operational due diligence and synergies, through to deal execution and integration.”  

Skills and attributes for success

• Proven client / stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and develop networks and relationships with both external and internal contacts
• Financial acumen and analysis: able to apply sound financial analysis and a rigorous approach to quantify the impact of potential operational issues.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including the ability to synthesise complex subject matter in a concise and relatable manner
• Knowledge of Operating Models, and an understanding of how their key components across People, Process, Technology, 3rd Parties, Assets, Brand/IP etc. are impacted by transactions. 
• Transformation / Programme experience including understanding the key components necessary for successful execution of separations / carve-outs, integrations and IPOs

To qualify for the role you must have

• Strong track record in management consulting / industry (or equivalent), preferably with exposure to the transactions environment and the Financial Services sector
• At least 2-5 years of related work experience

Ideally, you’ll also have 

• Financial Services expertise/experience
• Strong academic record
• Excellent problem-solving skills, curiosity and creative thinking
• Ability to perform detailed research, synthesising and analysing a large set of qualitative and quantitative data
• Strong project management and team leadership / collaboration skills
• Proficient at Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Deals / M&A experience
• A bachelor's degree

What we look for

As a team we are looking for passionate consultants who thrive on working in high-performing teams and focus on delivering exceptional service for our clients, with a focus on Banking and Capital Markets, Insurance, Wealth & Asset Management and Private Equity.

What 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.

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

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. 

Apply now.

Please note;
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