Assistant Director – TSE (Transaction Strategy & Execution) | EY Careers | Bengaluru
Job Description
Summary
EY (Ernst & Young) is hiring an Assistant Director – Transaction Strategy & Execution (TSE) for its Strategy and Transactions (SaT) – Global Delivery Services (GDS) team in Bengaluru, Karnataka. This senior leadership role is perfect for professionals with 10–12 years of experience in M&A lifecycle management, business integration & separation, cross-border mergers, and transaction strategy execution.
As an Assistant Director at EY, you will lead large-scale M&A projects, oversee integration and carve-out strategies, manage cross-functional teams, and partner with global clients across industries including Life Sciences, Industrials, Energy, Technology, Media, Telecommunications (TMT), Consumer Products, and Healthcare. This is an opportunity to join one of the world’s top professional services firms and shape the future of businesses worldwide.
Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Assistant Director – Transaction Strategy & Execution (TSE) |
|---|---|
| Company | EY (Ernst & Young) – Global Delivery Services (GDS) |
| Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Other Locations | Primary Location Only |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Experience Required | 10–12 years in M&A lifecycle, integration & separation |
| Qualifications | Postgraduate degree (Business, Finance, Engineering, etc.) |
| Specialization Areas | M&A, Cross-border deals, Transaction Strategy, Integration |
| Travel Requirement | International travel as per business needs |
| Salary | Competitive (as per EY standards) |
Key Responsibilities
As an EY Assistant Director – TSE (Bengaluru), your role will include:
- Leading end-to-end execution of post-deal integration and separation engagements.
- Driving Day 1 readiness, synergy assessment, standalone costing, operating models, TSAs, and project governance.
- Managing large multi-functional M&A teams across onshore and GDS operations.
- Conducting sector and deal analysis to identify value drivers and risks.
- Developing SOPs, playbooks, methodologies, and tools for integration and carve-out execution.
- Building and nurturing strong client relationships globally, ensuring high satisfaction.
- Leading business development initiatives, RFPs, and proposal writing.
- Mentoring, coaching, and conducting performance reviews for TSE professionals.
- Promoting technology adoption on engagements (PowerBI, Smartsheets, Power Query, Python, etc.).
- Collaborating with EY offices across geographies to share knowledge and best practices.
Skills & Attributes for Success
- Strong knowledge of the M&A lifecycle, integration, separation, and cross-border transactions.
- Experience across multiple sectors such as Life Sciences, Industrials, Energy, TMT, Consumer Products, and Healthcare.
- Ability to link operational analysis with financial outcomes.
- Proven skills in problem solving, project management, and executive communication.
- High executive presence with networking and negotiation expertise.
- Advanced skills in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Preferred: Knowledge of PowerBI, Smartsheets, Power Query, Python, and automation tools.
Qualifications
To qualify for the EY Assistant Director – TSE role, you must have:
- Postgraduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or Computer Science from a premier institute.
- 10–12 years of consulting or industry experience in M&A lifecycle, integration, separation, and cross-border deals.
- Willingness to travel internationally based on client needs.
Why Join EY?
- Be part of a globally recognized Big 4 firm with opportunities to work on cross-border M&A.
- Collaborate with over 3,000+ SaT professionals worldwide.
- Access world-class training, leadership development, and career growth.
- Work in a diverse, inclusive, and technology-driven environment.
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