EY-Parthenon-Strategy and Execution-Software Strategy Group Commercial Due Diligence Director

The opportunity

EY-Parthenons unique combination of transformative strategy transactions and corporate finance delivers real-world value solutions that work in practice not just on EYs full spectrum of serviceswevereimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity.

With deep functional and sectorexpertise paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset we partner with CEOs Boards Private Equity and Governments every step of the way enabling you to shape your future with confidence.

Within EY-Parthenons Strategy and Execution sub service line our Software Strategy Group(SSG) teammembers conduct primary and secondary research synthesize and analyze data build and test hypotheses and deliver strategic advice to our clients to help them make informed decisions. We have developedthe models industry contacts benchmarks and methods designed for the software economy. Additionally SSG works with internal Managing Directors who have been CTOs and CEOs in early andlate-stagesoftware companies. The combination of the Managing Director team our Directors and Senior Directors with deep softwareexpertiseprovides a unique opportunity for youto learn from the best in the field.

Your key responsibilities

Asa Directorwith EY-Parthenons Strategy and Execution Software Strategy Groupyou willberesponsible forleading work streams and engagements translating client needs into project tasks and deliverables. Directors manage day-to-day problem-solving and team analytical activities and serve as key liaisons between consulting team members Senior Directors and Partners and our clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Develop business strategies using tools suchmarket sizingmarket participant interviewsdecision maker surveypanelsand discussionswith target company management teams.

• Review transaction rationale and/ordealdocuments toidentifycritical business issues and risks relating to a proposed transaction.

• Manage and motivate workstreams and teams with diverse skills and backgrounds.

• Developmanageand mentor junior team members at the Associate Senior Associate and Consultant levels.

To qualify for the roleyou must have

• At a minimum a bachelors degree with outstanding academic performance and at least 5 years of related work experience;or a graduate degree and approximately 3 years of related work experience.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working with technology and softwarecompanies in a leadership role either as a management consultant or as an employee with knowledge and experience of the software economy.

• Experience managing business strategy andcommercialdiligence projects in complex environments.

• Ability to make detailed assessments of industries products marketscompetitorsand customers toidentifyrisks and opportunities.

• Proficient in the English language including the ability to listen understandreadand communicate effectively both in writing and verbally in a professional environment.

• Effective organization and time management skills withabilityto work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.

• The ability and willingness to travel and workin excess ofstandard hours when necessary.

• You must eitherresidein or beina commutable distance to your office location for this position.

Other Requirements

• Our SSG team members are in the office3days a week.

Ideallyyoullalso have

• MBAor graduate degree with at least3years of related work experience with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning within a professional services environment.

• Excellent problem solving project managementfacilitationand interpersonal skills.

• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of how toleverageAI tools in a business setting including Microsoft Copilot.

What we look for

We are looking for candidates who have a strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to link business strategy to performance. Beinga strong teamplayer is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients goals.