Junior Consultant - Financial Services

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EY-Parthenon is a unique nexus between the transaction landscape and strategy consulting. By joining us, you will be stepping into an environment marked by ambition, the drive to perform, resilience and our all comprising purpose of ‘building a better working world’. Our team is made up of dynamic and diverse individuals who thrive on collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit, fueled by a categoric ‘YES, can do!’ mentality.

We operate as one integrated team, combining the strengths of Transactions & Corporate Finance and Strategy & Execution, working closely together to deliver impactful solutions to our clients. While our focus is on the financial services sector, including banking, insurance, and wealth & asset management (WAM), you’ll have the opportunity to work across all competencies within EY’s broader EY-Parthenon offering including due diligence, valuation, M&A and strategy execution.

EY-Parthenon Belgium is a fast-growing practice, offering new team members significant opportunities for personal development, client exposure, and entrepreneurial responsibility. You’ll play a key role in delivering strategic and transaction-related services in the financial services sector, while actively contributing to the continued growth of our practice.

The Opportunity: Your Next Adventure Awaits?

We advise clients on when and how to buy, sell or merge to improve growth, competitiveness and profitability. As a future Strategy and Transactions Consultant, you will help our financial services clients in the following domains:

• Buy and sell-side Due Diligence (financial, commercial, etc.);
• M&A lead advisory;
• Capital management for banks and insurance companies;
• Post-merger preparation;
• Portfolio reviews and business model assessments;
• Strategy definition, growth and new market entries.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Help buyers or sellers manage the transaction process from deal sourcing through post-acquisition integration;
• Work on valuations or fairness opinions for transaction, statutory (IFRS/IAS), fiscal and strategic purposes;
• Develop and review financial models;
• Contribute to strategic engagements in the financial sector, from both a qualitative and quantitative points of view;
• Perform research and support the development of points of view on the Belgian financial sector and its underlying trends, and analyzing specific financial institutions;
• Act as a first-line contact for a variety of top-class financial services clients and maintain an excellent relationship with our clients and various stakeholders.

Your Profile
You have/are:

• A Master’s Degree in Economics or related area (a specialization in Corporate Finance is an asset);
• Fluency in French and with a proficient level of business English, and a good knowledge of Dutch is considered a strong plus;
• A strong team spirit, balanced by a healthy sense of autonomy;
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, conceptual thinking and pragmatic approach;
• Solid communication and presentation skills;
• A keen interest to learn more about the Financial Services market in Belgium and beyond;
• Available to start asap or in October 2027.

What’s In It For You

• EY Family – you become part of the EY Family providing you with all the necessary skills, training and opportunities; enabling you to grow to your fullest potential.
• Attractive remuneration package - We offer an attractive remuneration package; including a company car and charging card, iPhone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers. Thanks to our flex plan it is possible to choose what you value most.
• Flexible working arrangements - We are proud of our flexible working arrangements. We will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities. We offer flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week is possible.
• Inspiring work environment - At EY we are dedicated to providing you with an inspiring work environment. A work environment that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential.
• Learning & personal growth - You will benefit from an onboarding program, receive extensive training and will be coached by a counselor. We offer a clear career path tailored to your unique skills with necessary guidance.
• Fun - By joining our EY- teams, you can participate in team activities, and companywide events and enjoy a drink during our monthly after-work drink.
• Sustainability - We have a fleet of hybrid and electric cars. Our flex plan makes it possible for you to choose the most sustainable option for you. You can also opt for a train subscription or lease a bike.
• Diversity & Inclusion - At EY we are passionate about the inclusion and support of individuals of all groups; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.
• Location - All of our offices are easily accessible by public transport and/or by car and have parking space. They all have parking spaces and charging stations are provided.

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.