EY-Parthenon-Strategy and Execution-Digital Infrastructure- Senior Associate/Consultant

EY•San Francisco, CA

3d•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, we’ve 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, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments every step of the way – enabling you to shape your future with confidence. EY-Parthenon’s DI practice, a specialized practice within the private equity sector of EY-Parthenon, focuses on the development and applications of the technology and infrastructure that enable our digital world. Our practice has an ideal balance of strengths – deep and concentrated skills with broad executional capabilities, intimate client relationships with large networks of support, and proven processes along with a progressive spirit to unlock opportunity for our clients. You have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.

Requirements

Outstanding academic performance, with a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 18 months of related work experience.
Experience in strategy consulting, private equity, investment banking, market research, or a quantitative type of research function.
Interest in telecommunications or digital infrastructure (including data centers, wireless infrastructure, broadband infrastructure, satellite communications and related industries).
Ability to make detailed assessments of industry, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
Proficient in the English language, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in a professional environment.
Effective organization and time management skills with ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.
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.

Nice To Haves

MBA or graduate degree with at least 18 months of related work experience.
A strong understanding of digital infrastructure business models, as well as experience and/or knowledge within the digital infrastructure competitive eco-system and value chain.
Excellent problem solving, project management, facilitation and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

Responsibilities

Identify and analyze the client’s most strategic issues.
Develop work plans, design and conduct analyses, synthesize conclusions and manage other case team members.
Work on a variety of client issues, such as developing growth strategies for organizations, performing due diligence on acquisition candidates, assessing attractiveness of potential targets, understanding new markets, turning around underperforming institutions, reducing operating costs and implementing change.
Assume immediate management responsibility.
Work across sectors and practices within the broader Private Equity Practice Group.
Perform secondary research using a variety of sources (e.g., analyst reports, market research reports, news articles).
Execute various analyses (e.g., customer segmentation, market sizing, competitor analysis, macroeconomic forecasting) to support the strategic recommendations.
Design and execute in-depth interview guides with key organizational stakeholders, industry experts and customers.
Analyze business plans and pro-forma financial models to help identify key assumptions and drivers.
Manage and direct the analytical efforts of junior team members on a daily basis.