Senior Manager, Strategy and Execution - Deal Technology: IT Due Diligence (Montreal)

EY•Montreal, QC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EY-Parthenon is Ernst & Young's (EY) global strategy consulting arm and is one of the largest global strategy consulting organizations, with 9,000+ professionals. We help CEOs and business leaders design and deliver transformative strategies across the entire enterprise, and build long-term value to all stakeholders. At EY-Parthenon, 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-Parthenon become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Transaction Strategy & Execution Senior Manager within EY-Parthenon you will help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions and operational value creation mandates. When you join our industry-leading team, you’ll be right at the heart of that challenge, working with leading business tools and methodologies to provide to some of the most sophisticated clients around. Through a diversity of experiences from our strategy through execution capabilities, supplemented with world-class training, you’ll develop the technical skill sets and growth mindset to become the transformative business leader you want to be. At EY-Parthenon, you can make a meaningful impact, your way. It’s your career to build. As an EY-Parthenon Senior Manager within our Transaction Strategy and Execution practice, you’ll participate as a valued member of project teams helping clients address their most pressing strategic challenges. Together with your team, you will play a vital role by supporting and executing strategies for transactions and developing experience across a range of different type of engagements including pre-deal (e.g., due diligence, operational and carve-out planning) and post-deal (e.g., integration planning, tracking, value creation) touching upon key functional areas, across a variety of industries. As a Senior Manager, you will not only confidently navigate complex business environments leading and inspiring your team towards strategic outcomes, but also proactively drive business development efforts. You will be expected to amplify client engagement and high-quality delivery, spearhead market development, and foster long-lasting, revenue-generating partnerships. Your adaptability, business acumen and strong emotional intelligence will also be employed in managing, mentoring, and developing diverse project teams, fostering employee engagement and exceeding performance expectations. Your role will also involve engaging effectively with senior-level stakeholders and ensuring EY-Parthenon is strongly represented while nurturing long-lasting client relationships. This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Requirements

Graduate or Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience (e.g. Computer Science)
8-10+ years of experience in professional services organization or related / career tracks; previous mgmt. consulting experience is a pre-requisite
Big 4 experience in diligence / integration / divestiture space is required
A proven record of excellence in a merger integration, acquisitions, divestitures, carve outs
A demonstrable track record as a trusted IT Advisor to large (Fortune 500 and comparable)
Technical depth in one of the following is desired: ERP applications, Non-ERP Applications, Infrastructure (cloud)
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.
Ability to travel to the U.S for work on short notice.

Nice To Haves

Proven record of excellence in a merger integration, acquisitions, divestitures, carve outs with a focus on technology
Experience supporting projects involving IT strategy, architecture, infrastructure, cost and value, operating models and the optimization of technology processes and services across diverse industries

Responsibilities

IT strategy, architecture, infrastructure, cost and value, operating models and the optimization of technology processes and services across diverse industries
IT due diligence, stand-alone costing, one-time cost development, operating model design
Integration planning and execution (Integration Management Office)
Carve-out or divestiture planning and execution (Carve-out Management Office)
Synergy identification, validation and realization
Development of Transitional Services Agreements
Development of M&A and integration playbook
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

Benefits

competitive compensation package
discretionary bonus program
comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan
defined contribution pension plan
great vacation policy
firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year
statutory holidays
paid personal days
range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being
Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you