EY—EYP-IDD-SSG-Manager

Job description

Description: At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Job Description EY-Parthenon – Strategy Software Group – Manager Tech Diligence (GDS) We are seeking a Manager to join the Software Strategy Group (SSG) within EY-Parthenon GDS team. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a career at the nexus of two of the hottest segments of the economy: technology and private equity investing. The SSG team helps private equity clients evaluate investment opportunities by discovering key risks that could impact a transaction in the software sector. SSG teams undertake market-leading product and technology diligence of software-driven companies. This entails an assessment of product capabilities, product roadmaps and underlying technical architecture, software R&D organization and the processes associated with the software organization. Your key responsibilities: Project Execution: - Lead engagements and for serving as key liaisons between consulting team members, firm leadership, and our clients. - Execute technology due diligence engagements and support engagement leadership with ownership for high quality deliverables prepared by Global Delivery Services team - Prepare and present clear, analytical and concise reports and presentations for engagement teams and clients, outlining the key technological findings, business impact and recommendations - Being an engagement lead, work with private equities and C-suite executives of technology firms to assess technical capabilities of their products or firm and how they fit-to-serve client’s business requirements - Ensuring quality of delivery: Mentor junior team members providing guidance on project execution and ensuring high quality of delivery - Build and grow long-term relationships with clients as their trusted strategic advisors. - Stay updated about the latest developments in technology and constantly update the due diligence process accordingly - Participate / Manage firm building responsibilities like hiring, training, and counselling and practice building Skills and attributes for success: - Deep understanding of the software development process and various best practices. Capability to evaluate the product lifecycle, from inception and development to deployment and maintenance. Strong technical knowledge to assess technical architecture, technology stack, and hosting technologies - A well-rounded understanding of various technologies, platforms, and applications is vital. This may include software development, cloud computing, product roadmap, cybersecurity, data analytics, and more - The role would involve minimum overlap of 4 hours with Canada time zone (activities such as presenting finding to the stakeholders – clients / regional EY team members and brainstorming on the evolving case hypothesis) - Leading qualitative and quantitative analysis (e.g., R&D Spend analysis, feature functionality benchmarking, competitor analysis, organizational capabilities, technology capabilities) to support the formulation and validation of strategic recommendations - Ability to clearly convey technical information to non-technical individuals, write clear reports, and make compelling presentations. - Experience of transactions, ideally in performing Technology Due Diligence and/or strategic value creation assignments (AI diligence experience is a plus) - Structured thought process and proficiency in the English language, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in a professional environment - Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills To qualify for the role, you must have: - MBA with a bachelor's degree in IT/ software engineering with at least 8+ years of software-related work experience - Experience in PE / M&A transactions, ideally in performing Technology Due Diligence and/or strategic value creation assignments (AI diligence is a plus) - Demonstrable experience or knowledge of structured methodologies and industry standards for Product Management, UI/UX design principles, Software Architecture, Software Development Life Cycle methods and the ability to provide insights based on experience - Ability to make detailed assessments of industry, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities - Ability to assess complex technology environments and analyse them in the context of business objectives. This includes the ability to understand, interpret and evaluate data. What you can look for - A team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment - An opportunity to be a part of market-leading, multi-disciplinary team of 3,000+ professionals, in the only integrated global transaction business worldwide - Opportunities to work with EY Parthenon practices globally for leading private equity and software companies What working at EY offers EY Global Delivery Services (Global Delivery Services) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland, and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies, and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In Global Delivery Services, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We will introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career. - Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next - Success, as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way - Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs - Diverse and inclusive culture: You will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.