EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Deal Technology - Director - Enterprise Reimagined

Ernst & Young LLP • Atlanta, GA

66d • $205,000 - $235,000

About The Position

As a Director in EY-Parthenon's Strategy & Execution - Deal Technology practice focusing on Enterprise Reimagined, you will lead high-impact engagements that drive both cost optimization and top-line growth across complex transactions and corporate transformations. You will work with C-suite executives, private equity clients, and corporate leadership to identify, plan, and execute technology-driven strategies that optimize IT and operational costs while also accelerating revenue and digital innovation during mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and carve-outs as well as in non-transaction/transformation settings. This role blends deep IT expertise with strategic insight to deliver measurable value through cost transformation, digital enablement, operational efficiency, and tech-enabled growth initiatives.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 5 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 3 years of related work experience.
• Experience in management consulting, IT strategy, digital transformation, and transaction advisory.
• Proven experience in cost optimization and tech-driven growth initiatives.
• Ability to synthesize complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights.
• Comprehensive understanding of IT cost structures and ability to convert technology opportunities into financial impact.
• Familiarity with digital product development and data analytics.
• Expertise in a minimum of 4 specified IT skillsets.
• Experience in merger & acquisition contexts.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive change.

Nice To Haves

• An MBA or other relevant advanced degree.
• Further Technical Depth or Certifications (Agile, ITIL, PMP, etc.).
• Emerging Tech Familiarity with AI, IoT, or advanced data analytics.
• Industry Sector Knowledge in finance, healthcare, manufacturing, etc.
• Established networking skills and a presence in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead value-creation technology projects that span cost optimization and growth enablement.
• Guide clients through IT-focused strategies that enhance operational efficiency and unlock new revenue opportunities.
• Advise senior stakeholders and collaborate across functions.
• Apply emerging technologies (AI, cloud, data analytics) to deliver measurable business impact.
• Drive aspects of business development, including presentations and client meetings.
• Coach junior colleagues to become high-performing.
• Contribute to practice development initiatives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
• Base salary range of $205,000 to $235,000.
• Medical and dental coverage.
• Pension and 401(k) plans.
• Flexible vacation policy.
• Time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees