EY-Parthenon Engagement Manager Operational M&A

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Engagement Manager: M&A Operational diligence and value creation

Strategy and Execution EY-Parthenon

As you write your next chapter what shape will it take

Are you ready to take the next step in your M&A career and work on some of the most exciting deals in the market We are looking for an Engagement Manager to join the Strategy and Execution team at EY-Parthenon in Copenhagen.

In this role you will be part of a high-performing team that supports clients across the full deal lifecycle: from M&A strategy to execution. You will work closely with clients on complex high-impact engagements where your insights and capabilities will drive real results. At the same time you will play an active role in shaping our team contributing to a strong culture and supporting the development of future leaders.

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Skills and attributes for success

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Engagement Manager to join our Strategy and Execution team. The ideal candidate has 7-8 years of experience in M&A strategy and execution across both pre- and post-deal engagements. You bring experience from client-facing or in-house roles across the M&A cycle and operational delivery covering:

• Carve-out and operational due diligence
  • Assessing standalone viability cost structures and operational risks to inform deal decisions and separation planning
• Value creation and synergy assessment
  • Identifying quantifying and tracking revenue and cost synergies and embedding them into value creation plans and integration and execution activities
• Deal strategy and deal management
  • Leading deal strategy and execution by being the key contact for client stakeholders and driving governance planning and milestone tracking across the transaction lifecycle

As an Engagement Managerin the team you willlead complex M&A engagementsas well as developing our team so that they can realize their potential.

Your main responsibilities:

• Lead and contributetoa variety ofpre- and post-dealengagements including due diligence deal strategy synergies and operational value creationand managing workstreams as part of integrations or carve-outs
• Assistin aspects of business origination including pitches and presentations and working in project teamscomprisingother colleagues
• Contribute to our practice development initiatives supporting the continued focus on our team asa great placeto work
• Act as a role model and support development of junior team members coupled with the recruitment and training responsibilities

What we look for

You value collaboration and bring an inclusive approach building strong relationships with both clients and colleagues. You are a strong communicator who can translate complex ideas into clear and actionable insights and you take ownership of your work with a consistent focus on quality and impact.

Whats in it for you

• Accelerate yourleadership journey by joining as a senior leader within the teamleveragingyour transformative leadership skills externally and internally
• Broaden your horizons by working onhighlyintegratedteams across the globeand collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds both professionally and culturally
• Embrace flexibility with EYs hybrid work modelempowering you tofind the right balance ofin-officeand client sitecollaboration with the convenience of remote work

What you can expect during the recruitment process

• Interview process will include two case interviews as well as an interview on personal fit to the team
• Your CV gives us the basics; a strong cover letter helps us understand your motivation and relevant experience beyond M&A consulting

Please submit your application no later than 31 July 2026. Selection and interviews are ongoing. If you have any questions or need more information about the role please contact Malthe Pedersen at For questions regarding the recruitment process contact Jakob Damsted at

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1