Consultant - Commercial Due Diligence

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The opportunity

The EY-Parthenon brand is the home of our fast-growing global strategy capability. We advise corporate and private equity clients on strategic and commercial issues affecting their key investment choices. Areas of our work include:

• Corporate and BU strategy
• Strategy assessment
• Market entry strategy and opportunity sizing
• Product and business unit strategy development
• Divestment options analysis
• Purpose-led strategy and long-term value
• Business model reinvention
• Portfolio strategy
• Digital strategy and innovation
• Go-to-market strategy
• Strategic cost evaluation
• Commercial due diligence

You'll work with a high-performing, integrated team which focuses on a variety of global and local corporate, government, and private equity clients. You'll have a diverse range of stretching experiences which will give you continuous learning and development opportunities as well as a great sense of achievement. The Canadian Practice is closely integrated with the Americas EY Parthenon organization. We bring the power of our deep global and local insights, client relationships and an informed, current perspective.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform primary and secondary research including data gathering, interviews, and surveys
• Develop and execute workplans including analytics, both qualitative and quantitative
• Develop the ‘story’ – the output to narrate the solution to the client’s problem – including written output (slides)
• Develop and sustain effective relationships with client stakeholders
• Foster an inclusive culture throughout the team and within engagements
• Develop a community within the team – volunteering to support to develop an offer, or other internal practice build initiatives such as Learning, Operations, Resourcing, Recruitment, etc.
• Proactively build a personal network within the firm
• Be comfortable in a team environment that actively encourages members voicing different views to reach the optimal solution for clients
• Be entrepreneurial in seeking ways to deliver increased client impact

Ideal qualifications for this position include:

• Engineering, Finance or Commerce undergrad (MA, MBA, PhD an asset)
• Work/leadership experience with demonstrated impact
• Exposure to Commercial Due Diligence from a Consulting, Private Equity or Corporate Development perspective a significant asset
• Exceptional problem-solving skills – analytical, quantitative and conceptual
• Advanced modelling skills (Excel) and visualization skills (Tableau and/or Power BI)
• Effective organization and time management skills with ability to work under demanding environment, overtime and adhere to project deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A passion for delivering impact, demonstrated initiative taking, high energy and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas
• Comfort with ambiguity

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 We Offer You

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

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