Strategy and Execution-Software Strategy Group-Commercial-Sr. Associate-Consultant

Senior Associate Consultant – Software Strategy Group – Commercial – EY-Parthenon

Location:

Boston
• Los Angeles
• New York
• San Francisco

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We provide an interconnected, diverse environment and help shape a better working world.

Within EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution sub service line, our Software Strategy Group (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 Consultants who have been CTOs and CEOs in early and late‑stage software companies.

The combination of the Managing Consultant team, our Consultants and Senior Associates with deep software expertise provides a unique opportunity for you to learn from the best in the field.

• Lead work streams translating client needs into project tasks and deliverables.
• Senior Associates/Consultants manage day‑to‑day problem‑solving and team analytical activities, and serve as key liaisons between consulting team members, Directors, Senior Directors, Partners, and our clients.

• Develop business strategies using tools such as market sizing, market participant interviews, decision maker survey panels, and discussions with target company management teams.
• Review transaction rationale and/or deal documents to identify critical business issues and risks relating to a proposed transaction.
• Manage and motivate work streams and teams with diverse skills and backgrounds.
• Develop, manage, and mentor junior team members.

• Outstanding academic performance, with a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 18 months of related work experience.
• A minimum of 18 months of experience working with technology and software companies in a leadership role, either as a management consultant or as an employee, with knowledge of and experience in the software economy.
• Experience managing business strategy and commercial diligence projects in complex environments.
• Ability to make detailed assessments of industries, 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.
• Effective organization and time management skills with ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.

• Our SSG team members are in the office ~3 days a week.

• MBA with 1 year of related work experience or graduate degree with at least 2 years of related work experience, with a particular focus on client advisory or strategic planning within a professional services environment.
• Excellent problem solving, project management, facilitation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of how to leverage AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

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.

• 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 $130,000 to $185,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.
  
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