EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Deal Management - Financial Services - Senior Associate

Location:

Chicago, New York

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.

Within EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution sub service line, the Deal Management – Financial Services practice works on the most complex and high‑profile global transactions in the financial services sector. You will prepare and execute separation and integration plans, identify ideas and sources of value enhancement, as well as advise on risk mitigation and the successful change of operations, functions and people.

You have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.

As a Senior Associate‑Consultant in EY-Parthenon’s Strategy and Execution – Deal Management – Financial Services practice, you will be a vital member of the team supporting and executing operational focused projects. You’ll assist with the execution of projects supporting our client service team in developing strategies for transactions. Part of your role will also involve developing experience across a range of different types of engagements including pre and post deal phases.

• Project Management – participants in project teams comprising colleagues from across Strategy and Transactions sub‑service lines.
• Business and Commercially Driven – work in a fast‑paced, exciting environment with strong business acumen to drive value to our clients.
• Business Development – assist in pursuits and proposal development, contribute to practice development initiatives.
• Learning – learn and develop technical and personal skills through structured learning, coaching and experiences.
• Building Relationships – cultivate strong working relationships with clients and support key decision makers.

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics and 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 18 months of related work experience.
• MBA is preferred.
• Experience in a consulting environment working with financial services clients, including banking, capital markets, asset management, and/or insurance.
• Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights.
• Demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Ability to prioritize effectively on projects and adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to develop long‑lasting relationships both internally and externally.
• Reside in or be within commutable distance to the office location for this position.
• Willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.

• Previous experience in a mergers or acquisitions transactions role.
• Experience gained within another large professional services organization.
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm‑approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.
• Established networking skills in a relevant industry.

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package with a base salary range of $130,000 to $185,000, along with medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and paid time off.
• Hybrid work model – most external client‑serving roles work together in person 40‑60% of the time.
• Flexible vacation policy and additional leave options for well‑being.

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