About the Role
At EY-Parthenon, you will support CEOs, boards, and private equity firms in transaction-based transformations, from initial strategic thinking to successful implementation. You will work on groundbreaking projects across various industries, focusing on strategy realignment, optimization, transformative deals, and restructuring. Utilizing data-driven insights and AI technologies, you will explore new markets, drive growth, and develop corporate and capital strategies that make a significant impact.
Responsibilities
- Advise national and international companies and investors on Technology Due Diligences (IT and Software) and technology-related issues throughout the entire deal lifecycle.
- Analyze IT organization and operating models (including governance, sourcing strategies), application landscapes (ERP and non-ERP), IT infrastructure (hosting/cloud concepts, network, end-user computing), IT contracts & licenses, and IT finances (OPEX/CAPEX, benchmarking) to assess IT landscape performance and identify risks, value drivers, and transformation needs.
- Analyze product and technology roadmaps, technology architecture and tech stack (modularity, technical debt), R&D organization and software development lifecycle (process maturity, automation, testing/QA), and hosting and cloud setup to evaluate scalability, technical maturity, and future viability of software.
- Identify technological risks and opportunities for value enhancement, and support the development of data-driven recommendations for investors and management teams.
- Assist in complex transaction situations such as acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, and integrations, working closely with multidisciplinary deal teams.
Requirements
- Completed university degree (above average) in business administration, business informatics, computer science, engineering, or a comparable field, with a strong interest in technology, transactions, and company valuation.
- Initial practical experience in technology consulting, transaction consulting, due diligence, IT strategy, or a similar field (Consultant) or at least two years of relevant professional experience (Senior Consultant).
- Ideally possess knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Technology or IT or Software Due Diligence, IT Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, IT Financial Management, Digital Transformation, Software & Platforms, or M&A.
- Critically question facts and possess strong communication skills.
- Very good German and English language skills (at least C1 level).
Skills
- Technology Due Diligence
- IT Strategy
- Enterprise Architecture
- IT Financial Management
- Digital Transformation
- Software & Platforms
- M&A
- Technology
- Transactions
- Company Valuation
- Communication
- German (C1)
- English (C1)
Location
- Düsseldorf
- Hamburg
- Berlin
- Stuttgart
- Frankfurt am Main
- Munich
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Consultant
- Senior Consultant
Education Level
- University degree in business administration, business informatics, computer science, engineering, or a comparable field
Benefits
- Work in high-performing, interdisciplinary teams with innovative technologies.
- Flexible and inclusive work environment.
- Support for various life situations.
- Inspiring colleagues.
- Training and development opportunities on and off the job.
- Steep learning curve guaranteed.
About the Company
- At EY-Parthenon, we support CEOs, boards, and private equity firms in transaction-based transformations.
- We work on groundbreaking projects across various industries, focusing on strategy realignment, optimization, transformative deals, and restructuring.
- We utilize data-driven insights and AI technologies to explore new markets, drive growth, and develop corporate and capital strategies.
Equal Opportunity
- We live diversity and welcome all applications.
- Please let us know in advance if we can support you with an accessible application process.
