Manager - Transaction Strategy and Execution (Technology)

EYP-DT-Manager At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. About the job As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom. At EY, we don't just focus on who you are now, but who you can become. We believe that its your career and Its yours to build which means potential here is limitless and we'll provide you with motivating and fulfilling experiences throughout your career to help you on the path to becoming your best professional self. About EY-Parthenon EY-Parthenon is a leading global strategy consulting organization, providing deep sector expertise and strategic insights to help clients navigate complex business challenges. We offer a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and growth, with a strong emphasis on client impact and personal development. Within SaT EY Parthenon, the Transaction Strategy and Execution team services clients with a full range of hands-on, operationally focused support and advice across the transaction life cycle, across buyers and sellers. We cover a wide range of operational aspects, including divestiture advisory services, carve-out readiness and support, operational due diligence, synergy assessment and delivery, day-one readiness assessment, 100- day planning, integration process support, carve-out/stand-alone costs assessment and risks, and cost reduction. Our professionals work on transactions and business development across the globe. GDS SaT Transaction Strategy and Execution Deal Tech (TSE IT) - Manager, India The Opportunity EY-Parthenons GDS Transaction Strategy and Execution (TSE) Technology team helps clients with IT-related aspects of M&A transactions: IT diligence: EY-Parthenon professionals evaluate a target's IT infrastructure & Cyber security to help clients assess its attractiveness. Deal tech: The TSE Technology team assesses the technology ecosystem and its role in M&A transactions. Infrastructure: Managing IT due diligence, sign-to-close, and post-integration activities from an IT Infrastructure perspective EY-Parthenons GDS TSE Technology professionals help clients navigate transaction risk and increase value from the beginning of a deal to its execution. This role requires a deep understanding of IT systems, networks, and data centers, as well as experience in managing complex IT projects during mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Key Responsibilities Manage large to mid-sized engagements or workstreams of large engagements that help our clients solve some of their most pressing issues during transaction lifecycle. Support key decision makers in developing and executing their transaction strategy to secure deal value. Lead projects that span one or more IT Infrastructure (Hosting, Network, Digital Workplace, Service Excellence) and cyber security (identifying vulnerabilities, risks, and gaps) functions in both deal and non-deal environments. Manage engagements, problem-solve, facilitate, ensure engagement success, and quality in delivery, Establish regular connectivity and reporting to the regional TSE partners. Build relationships with EY offices across the globe. Responsible for high degree of GDS user satisfaction with engagement processes and work products Assist in business development activities, including preparing internal materials, GTM content and presentations for client and internal pursuit meetings, engage on larger SaT projects and pitch for potential technology interventions. Ability to analyse the evolving market environment and build solutions / services to cater to the same. Develop Point of View documents and support business development initiatives Provide insights and observations based on technology, industry and functional knowledge and best practices. Leverage expertise in transactions, synergy assessments, and deal implementation on transactions related projects Conduct IT due diligence to assess the IT infrastructure of target companies, including hardware, software, networks, data centers, and cybersecurity. Develop IT integration plans and roadmaps that align with the overall deal strategy and business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless IT integration during the sign-to-close phase. Manage the execution of IT integration projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Identify risks and issues related to IT infrastructure during the deal process and develop mitigation strategies. Provide expertise in IT infrastructure optimization and consolidation post-deal closure. Establish and maintain communication