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Location: Boston, New York

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EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Software Strategy Group - Commercial - Senior Director

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.

The opportunity

Within EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution sub service line, our Software Strategy Group (SSG) provides investment and acquisition guidance (including commercial, product, and technology diligence), strategy/value creation and transaction advisory services to companies and investors in the software economy. EY-Parthenon's SSG teams have completed hundreds of successful projects and provide a unique capability to help companies make critical decisions and complete successful transactions.

SSG team members 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 developed the 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 and late-stage software companies. The combination of the Managing Director team, our Consultants, Directors, Senior Directors, and Partners/Principals with deep software expertise provides a unique opportunity for you to learn from the best in the field.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior Director with EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution Software Strategy Group, you will act as the primary client contact on EY-Parthenon teams and are responsible for translating client needs into project tasks and deliverables. Senior Directors manage day-to-day problem-solving and team analytical activities and serve as key liaisons between consulting team members, EY-Parthenon Partners, and our clients. Senior Directors are also responsible for mentoring, inspiring and developing team staff. Additionally, Senior Directors support the growth of the business by working alongside Partners on new opportunities with potential clients, including preparing for and participating in pitch meetings, creating proposals and working on the sale process.

Our teams work on a variety of client issues. The range of assignments includes developing long-term strategies for organizations, evaluating the potential acquisition of businesses, developing new marketing channel strategies, reducing operating costs, and evaluating new business ventures.

Skills and attributes for success

• Play a leadership role in helping grow the EY-Parthenon business.

• Define the objective and scope of strategy engagements and client deliverables in consultation with the Partner.

• Lead teams in the execution of both due diligence and value creation engagements.

• Possess a combination of client-oriented consulting skills, product and software economy centric industry experience, and quantitative analysis and finance expertise required to execute sophisticated engagements.

• Drive business development activities in key sectors and internally across the broader organization.

• Manage, develop, and mentor junior team members at the Associate, Senior Associate, Consultant, and Director levels.

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's degree with outstanding academic performance and 8 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 7 years of related work experience, preferably with technology-oriented clients, or experience in a software or technology company in a product or R&D focused role.

• Experience managing M&A strategic diligence projects in complex environments.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams on complex assignments and develop individual team members.

• Strong quantitative skills to supervise data analysis, interpret output and generate insights.

• 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.

• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.

Ideally, you'll also have

• An MBA, with 3 to 6 years of post-graduate-school experience in consulting, preferably with technology-oriented clients, or experience in a software or technology company in a product or R&D focused role.

• Expertise in one or more software sectors (ERP, CRM, digital media, mobile, etc.)

• Knowledge of how to leverage AI 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. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients' goals.

What we offer you
At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $250,000 to $290,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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