EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Tech - PE Value Creation - Senior Director

EY-Parthenon - Strategy And Execution - Tech - Pe Value Creation - Senior Director

Location: New York, Anywhere In Region

Salary: Competitive

The opportunity

Within EY-Parthenon's Strategy And Execution sub service line, the Tech - Private Equity Value Creation team is a specialized group focused on unlocking growth and operational efficiency for private equity portfolio companies. The team works primarily with PE-backed, SaaS businesses in the Technology, Media, And Telecommunications (TMT) sector.

Our team partners with management teams to identify critical business challenges, uncover actionable insights, and develop strategic and tactical recommendations, typically supporting execution planning and, in many cases, helping drive implementation. This is a high-impact, fast-paced environment where consultants play a key role in delivering results and shaping client outcomes.

Your key responsibilities

As a Director with EY-Parthenon's Strategy And Execution Tech Private Equity Value Creation practice, you will be a vital member of the team leading and executing operational focused projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Own the end-to-end delivery of strategy and execution projects, including scoping, planning, and driving results in high-pressure environments.
• Supervise and mentor a team of Consultants, Senior Associates, and directors; guide problem-solving efforts, ensure high-quality output, and develop professional growth / opportunities of team members.
• Manage structured analysis to identify root causes, quantify opportunities, and develop actionable, data-backed recommendations across go-to-market, pricing, customer success, product, and operations.
• Build trust with senior stakeholders, communicate complex insights in a clear, compelling manner, and identify areas of additional need / business development opportunities.
• Translate strategy into implementation roadmaps and partner with clients to realize value, often in hands-on, interim leadership or PMO roles.
• Play a key role in proposal development, client pitches, and relationship building with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.

• Contribute to the direction of the PEVC practice by managing development of the knowledge base, capabilities, and market presence through IP development, recruiting, and team-building initiatives.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strategic Leadership: Ability to guide teams and clients through ambiguity to develop clear, actionable strategies.
• Comfort in Ambiguity: Ability to bring structure and clarity to unfamiliar or evolving situations
• Commercial Acumen: Strong business judgment and an understanding of how to drive value for clients
• Hands-on Problem Solving: Willingness to dig into data, pressure test hypotheses, and lead teams through rigorous analysis.
• Industry Fluency: Familiarity with the TMT landscape, particularly B2B SaaS business models and operating challenges
• Team Development: Strong people leadership skills; ability to assess, coach, motivate, and grow junior team members.
• Adaptability: Thrive in fast-paced, evolving situations, managing multiple priorities, workstreams, and projects simultaneously.
• Execution Orientation: Track record of leading initiatives from idea through implementation and driving measurable impact.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related field and 8 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 7 years of related work experience.
• Experience in management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, or operating roles with significant exposure to growth, go-to-market, or operational improvement.
• Experience leading complex workstreams or full projects in a fast-paced client service environment.
• Deep understanding of financial statements and operational performance metrics.
• Deep familiarity with Excel-based modeling, operational diagnostics, and strategic frameworks.
• Proven success in building relationships with senior client stakeholders.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft and deliver executive-level presentations.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.

Ideally, you'll also have

• MBA from a top-rated school.
• Direct experience with private equity sponsors and/or PE-backed portfolio companies.
• Sector experience in TMT, with particular emphasis on B2B SaaS business models.
• Knowledge of how to leverage AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

What we look for

We're looking for intellectually curious, analytically strong professionals who thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments. You should be energized by solving complex problems, collaborating with teams, and helping clients unlock value. If you bring an entrepreneurial mindset, a passion for technology and innovation, and a desire to grow through hands-on experience, this role is for you.

What we offer you

At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $250,000 to $290,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.