Manager – Strategy and Execution - Deal Technology: IT Due Diligence, Montreal

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The opportunity

EY-Parthenon is Ernst & Young's (EY) global strategy consulting arm and is one of the largest global strategy consulting organizations, with 25,000+ 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 Strategy & Execution  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 Manager within our 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.

Your key responsibilities

We support clients with their evolving business strategy with the following services:

• Effectively manage client engagement teams executing IT due diligence and transaction services which support key decision makers in developing and executing their transaction strategy to secure deal value. Specifically be able to perform:
• • 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
  • Demonstrate excellent skills in project execution, including project management, problem-solving, and facilitation.
  • Assist in identifying key IT risks and issues related to integration planning, timelines, and functional areas.
  • Develop effective client relationships at the appropriate client level and be responsible for a high degree of client satisfaction with the engagement process and deliverables.
  • Assist in business development activities including preparing presentations and attending pursuit meetings with clients to grow the practice.
  • Assist in leading internal practice initiatives to help continually improve the IT M&A practice and be responsible for fostering an open and inclusive work environment.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in supporting projects involving IT strategy, architecture, infrastructure, cost and value, operating models and the optimization of technology processes and services across diverse industries.
• 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)
• Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights.
• Experience working in complex business environments.
• The ability to prioritize effectively on projects and the skills to adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts.
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members.
• Experience in developing deep, collaborative relationships with colleagues in multiple practice areas, in a professional services environment.
• 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.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Exposure in mergers and acquisitions, and divestiture or willingness to learn about these areas
• Experience supporting integrations, carve-outs and other types of transaction engagements
• Functional experience in Human Resource Management and/or
• Change Management and project management experience
• Relevant degrees and certifications (MBA, CPA, CMA, CFA, PMP)

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization. 

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer: 

• 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 

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

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