EY-Parthenon – Senior Director - Strategy and Execution, Transformation

The opportunity

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.

In today’s complex business landscape, creativity has become a necessary ingredient for sustained success. EY-Parthenon has an ideal balance of strengths – deep and concentrated skills with broad executional capabilities, intimate client relationships with larger networks of support, and proven processes along with a progressive spirit to unlock opportunity for our clients, amplify the impact of our strategies, and make EY-Parthenon the global advisor of choice for business leaders. You have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.

Using EY’s Enterprise Reimagined approach, we translate enterprise value into executable strategies that drive meaningful transformation and measurable impact. EY-Parthenon leverages our Firm’s leadership in finance and execution, together with our Strategy and Execution expertise, to deliver a distinctive transformation experience for clients.

We are at the forefront of technology-enabled transformation, advancing the AI agenda to help clients realize value faster and more efficiently. By harnessing innovative technologies and our unrivaled experience, we empower organizations to achieve sustainable growth and unlock new sources of value.

EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution sub service line helps corporate clients realize better returns by unlocking value and accelerating time to impact through at-scale transformations. We rapidly define, quantify, and support execution in programmatic transformations including growth and productivity workstreams.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior Director on EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution team, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, leading and delivering transformation programs. You will oversee projects spanning the full transformation lifecycle—from conducting enterprise value assessments and independent diligence, to blueprinting workstreams that align client resources, and driving the execution of strategic initiatives. Professionals in this space are true “T-shaped consultants”: they combine sector and functional experiences with the ability to see the broader picture, seamlessly connecting client strategy to execution.

Senior Directors serve as the primary point of contact for clients, translating their needs into actionable project plans and deliverables. You will manage day-to-day problem-solving, guide team analytics, and act as a key liaison among consulting team members, EY-Parthenon partners, and clients. Beyond project leadership, you will mentor, inspire, and develop your team. Senior Directors also contribute to business growth by collaborating with partners on new opportunities, including preparing for and participating in pitch meetings, developing proposals, and supporting the sales process.

Skills and attributes for success

• Lead and manage high-performing teams through complex transformation programs, overseeing all phases from strategy definition to execution and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Drive holistic value creation by rapidly identifying and activating critical levers across growth operational, financial, and strategic workstreams to accelerate impact.
• Deliver actionable insights at pace, translating complex data into meaningful recommendations that empower clients to make informed decisions and achieve sustainable growth.
• Cultivate trusted advisor relationships with senior clients, providing strategic guidance, influencing key decisions, and maintaining a high standard of client leadership.
• Champion business development by identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and collaborating across the EY-Parthenon and broader EY organization to grow the practice.
• Mentor, develop, and inspire junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment to help them achieve their career goals.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or related field and 8 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 7 years of related work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business , Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline, plus a minimum of 8 years’ relevant professional experience; alternatively, a graduate degree with at least 7 years of related work experience.
• Demonstrated background in management consulting, with a track record of leading transformation programs and aligning strategy with business objectives.
• Advanced proficiency in English, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively in both verbal and written forms within a professional setting.
• Significant experience in strategy and operations management consulting, with proven ability to drive holistic value creation across growth, operational, financial, and strategic workstreams.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, including the capability to rapidly translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations that support informed client decision-making and sustainable growth.
• Experience in business case development, transformation, and performance improvement initiatives, supporting value acceleration for clients.
• Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams through complex business environments, fostering collaboration and alignment with client leadership and objectives.
• You 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.

Ideally, you will have

• A proven record of excellence in at-scale transformations.
• Experience in driving operational improvement programs in a corporate setting.
• Dynamic individuals who thrive in ambiguous situations to help clients solve their most critical strategic, business, and economic challenges.
• An MBA with 3 to 6years of post-graduate-school experience in a consulting, operating, or investment banking role, with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning within a professional services environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams on complex assignments and develop individual team members.

• Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved 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.