Senior Manager - Transaction Strategy & Execution

at  EY

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.
What if your career could have a lasting impact on you, and on the world?
Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for Strategy and Transaction Services and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our client’s goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced graduate degree in business, e.g., MBA, or related programs such as Master’s in Finance / Accounting with outstanding academic achievement from a top academic institution
• 8-10+ years of experience in professional services organization or related / career tracks; previous mgmt. consulting experience is a pre-requisite
• Proven track record of developing long-lasting business relationships with executive stakeholders
• Experience leading, setting direction for M&A / value creation project teams in complex business environments
• Excellent analytical skills and confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights
• Proven track record of overseeing engagement(s) scope / resources / financials and driving stakeholders effectively
• Experience in coaching and guiding people to develop capabilities and skills to grow both professional and personally
• This role involves interaction with clients operating nationally and globally. Bilingualism in both French and English is therefore a requirement of this role.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE:

• Experience related to mergers, acquisitions, and divestiture transactions; solid understanding of integrations and separations, due diligence
• Experience working in transactions with private equity, or strategic acquirers / sellers

• Integration planning and execution (Integration Management Office)
• Carve-out or divestiture planning and execution (Carve-out Management Office)
• Operational due diligence, stand-alone costing, one-time cost development, operating model design
• Synergy identification, validation and realization
• Development of Transitional Services Agreements
• Development of M&A and integration playbook
• Support of key client decision makers in developing and executing their transaction strategy to secure deal value
• Leadership and management of diverse project teams towards successful outcomes, ensuring each individual understands their strategic role
• Drive the growth of the practice by leading client outreach, accelerating market development, spearheading pursuits and proposal development, and fostering long-lasting, revenue-generating partnerships
• Building and nurturing relationships with senior client stakeholders, contributing to EY-Parthenon growth and reputation