EY Parthenon - Software Strategy Group - Commercial - Sr. Associate-Consultant

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EY Parthenon – Software Strategy Group – Commercial – Sr. Associate-Consultant 

 

Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Senior Associate/Consultant within EY-Parthenon you will help make that happen. EY-Parthenon is a leading advisory organization focused on strategy consulting. We are committed to combining our unconventional thinking with our clients’ smarts to deliver actionable strategies. 

 

The opportunity

In today’s complex business landscape, creativity has become a necessary ingredient for sustained success. EY-Parthenon Strategy 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 Strategy 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. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

 

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.

 

 

Your key responsibilities 

Senior Associates/Consultants are responsible for leading work streams and engagements, 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.  

 

Skills and attributes for success

 

• Develop business strategies using tools such as market sizing, market participant interviews, decision maker survey panels, and discussion 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 workstreams and teams with diverse skills and backgrounds.
• Develop, manage, and mentor junior team members.

 

 

To qualify for the role you must have

• 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 and experience of 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 de