EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Deal Management - Insurance - Senior Director

EY • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

EY-Parthenon's unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, they have reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, they partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments every step of the way. Within EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution sub service line, the Deal Management – Financial Services - Insurance practice works on the most complex and high-profile global transactions in the financial services sector. The Senior Director will prepare and execute separation and integration plans, identify ideas and sources of value enhancement, as well as advise on risk mitigation and the successful change of operations, functions and people. This role offers the opportunity to develop a career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics and 8 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 7 years of related work experience.
• Significant experience in an M&A consulting environment working with insurance clients.
• Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights.
• Experience in business integrations, divestitures, and/or carve-outs with a demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Experience leading and managing in complex business environments.
• The ability to prioritize effectively on projects and the skills to adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, and the ability to develop long-lasting relationships both internally and externally.
• Must either reside in or be in a commutable distance to your office location for this position.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.

Nice To Haves

• A proven record of excellence in a mergers or acquisitions transactions role.
• Experience gained within another large professional services organization.
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.
• Established networking skills in a relevant industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams comprising colleagues from across the EY-Parthenon sub-service lines.
• Work in a fast-paced, exciting environment with strong business acumen to drive value to clients.
• Drive client pursuits, including presentations and client meetings.
• Contribute to practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on the team as a great place to work.
• Coach and mentor staff in the achievement of their career goals.
• Build strong working relationships with senior clients, including influence, advice and support to key decision makers.
• Execute and manage projects supporting the client service team in developing and executing strategies for transactions.
• Focus a portion of time on business and practice development.
• Develop team members to achieve their goals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.
• Medical and dental coverage.
• Pension and 401(k) plans.
• Wide range of paid time off options.
• Flexible vacation policy (decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances).
• Time off for designated EY Paid Holidays.
• Winter/Summer breaks.
• Personal/Family Care.
• Other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees