EY-Parthenon
Director, Strategy EY Parthenon, Financial Services, London
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Director, Strategy – EY-Parthenon, London
About EY-Parthenon
At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value. Leveraging EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting for a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity, and governments across their journey.
The EY-Parthenon Financial Services (FS) Strategy team is looking to expand their team with Senior Directors who can leverage and grow their experience in strategy development, transactions, and commercial expertise. These roles will involve leadership of complex projects for blue-chip and high-growth clients across Financial Services and corporate/private equity deals.
The Financial Services sector is fast-paced and dynamic, shaped by regulation, digital transformation, new market entrants, and evolving consumer behaviour. This role offers a unique opportunity for professionals who are passionate about Financial Services strategy, mergers & acquisitions, and transformation.
Our Work – Key Areas of Focus
We partner with clients across market-shaping projects, including:
1. Commercial Due Diligence
- "Buy-side": Supporting private equity and strategic investors in assessing market size, competitive positioning, customer dynamics, and revenue projections for potential acquisitions.
- "Sell-side": Assisting businesses in refining and positioning themselves as attractive investment targets through targeted financial and strategic analysis.
2. Corporate Strategy for Financial Institutions
- Developing growth, product, and market-entry strategies for:
- Incumbent banks, insurers, and payment providers
- Mid-sized financial specialists
- Scaling FinTechs
- Conducting deep performance assessments, competitor benchmarking, and cost optimisation, culminating in a tailored strategic roadmap to build long-term competitive advantage.
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Key Client(s): Banks, insurers, wealth & asset managers, FinTech firms, private equity firms, and corporations.
Your Key Responsibilities
As a Director, your role will involve:
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Project Leadership
- Managing high-value client engagements (4–10 members), shaping deliverables, and ensuring client readiness.
- Leading a diverse team of consultants and adhering to EY’s quality, risk, and compliance standards.
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Client Relationship Management
- Acting as the trusted advisor for global and local corporate clients and private equity firms.
- Strengthening recurring client engagements and expanding your network across the business.
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Business Development & Growth
- Spearheading proposals, pitches, and sales activity to meet revenue targets.
- Developing internal initiatives aimed at training, innovation, and professional growth (ownership of engagement programs).
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Strategic Culture & Coaching
- Promoting an inclusive, high-performance culture with strong emphasis on work-life balance.
- Mentoring junior consultants and guiding their career development.
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Cross-functional Collaboration
- Working closely with EY’s Business Consulting, Tax, Strategy & Transactions, and Assurance teams to drive cross-selling opportunities.
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- Risk & Financial Management
- Ensuring compliance with EY policies and optimising project margins.
Skills & Attributes For Success
We’re looking for:
✅ 8+ years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, commercial due diligence, or investment-focused roles. ✅ Strong background in Financial Services (banking, insurance, wealth, asset management, FinTech). ✅ Proven ability to deliver analytical work under tight deadlines (market sizing, competitor/performance analysis). ✅ Track record in business development and financial management of engagements. ✅ Leadership, mentorship, and collaboration skills to inspire high-performance teams. ✅ Ability to coach, share knowledge, and nurture talent.
Compliment your passion with a thought-driven, entrepreneurial mindset and a strong desire to shape industries.
About EY
At EY (Ernst & Young), we champion diversity, innovation, and collaboration to build a better working world. Join 25,000+ professionals in 150 countries united by a shared purpose: transforming challenges into opportunities for our clients, colleagues, and society.
With cutting-edge technology harnessed through data and AI, EY empowers organizations to shape the future with confidence. Through interconnected services—assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions—we deliver enduring value while upholding the highest ethical standards.
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