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Strategy and Transactions- EY Parthenon- Transaction Strategy & Execution- Healthcare- Senior Associate

  • Chicago (Cook)
  • Teaching

Job description

Are you building your tomorrow, today? Then think about a career with our Operational Transaction Services (OTS) team. We have a market-leading proposition to create and maximize value for our clients, whether they are acquiring or divesting assets, or undertaking operational restructuring.

The opportunity

We work on the most complex and high profile global transactions, across a broad portfolio of clients and industry sectors. We are a group of experienced industry professionals with a background in operations who are serial transaction advisers, which enables us to bring a wealth of deep sector and functional knowledge to our clients. As a team, we 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.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior in OTS you will be a vital member of the team supporting and executing operational focused projects. You'll assist with the execution of projects across all sectors, supporting our client service team in developing and executing strategies for transactions. Part of your role will also involve developing experience across a range of different type of engagements, including pre-deal (e.g. operational and carve-out planning) and post-deal (e.g. integration planning, tracking. Having a commercial mind-set is key to this consulting based role.

Skills and attributes for success
·  Project Management - be part of project teams comprising colleagues from across the TAS sub service lines.
·  Business and Commercially Driven - working in a fast-paced, exciting environment with  strong business acumen to drive value to our clients.
·  Business Development - assist in aspects of pursuits and proposal development. Contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work.
·  Learning - learn and develop technical and personal skills to support achievement of career goals, through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experiences.
·  Building Relationships - cultivate strong working relationships with clients and support to key decision makers.
To qualify for the role you must have
·  A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or Information Technology and 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 18 months of related work experience.
·  MBA is preferred.
·  Management consulting experience.
·  Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights.
·  Demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis.
·  The ability to prioritize effectively on projects and the skills to adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts.
·  Solid negotiation and influencing skills, and the ability to develop long-lasting relationships both internally and externally.
·  Must be willing and able to travel up to 80% on short notice.
Ideally, you’ll also have
·  Previous experience in a mergers or acquisitions transactions role.
·  Experience gained within another large professional services organization.
·  Established networking skills in a relevant industry.
What we look for

We’re interested in talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them - often in politically charged environments. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

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 includes medical and dental coverage, both pension and 401(k) plans, a minimum of 15 days of vacation plus ten observed holidays and three paid personal days, and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:.
·  Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career within a dedicated financial due diligence practice in a Big 4 firm.
·  A clear unified strategic focus across the team, with emphasis on taking an entrepreneurial approach to work.
·  Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most recognized and engaging colleagues in the industry.
·  The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.
About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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