M&A and Capital & Debt Advisory (CDA) - Experienced Manager

Working Location: Athens or Thessaloniki (hybrid)

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.​

Being part of EY in Greece means being part of a continuously growing team, which has been announced as Top Employer for the fourth consecutive year, certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year in a row, and awarded as Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting for the second consecutive time, for our almost 3,000 professionals!

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences through coaching and training programs as well as the use of advanced technology and AI. We’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams

Join us as we commemorate 100 years of EY in Greece this year. Experience great flexibility under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, Thessaloniki and Crete and contribute to building a better working world.

The opportunity

At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity and governments every step of the way.

Within EY-Parthenon, the Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Capital & Debt Advisory (CDA) team provides sector-focused advice in sourcing and executing M&A transactions as well as fundraising projects from sources such as venture capital / private equity funds, family offices, strategic investors, commercial banks, International Financial Institutions, and other national or European debt funding schemes.

We have ambitious plans, and we are seeking a highly performing managerial level professional to join our team in our offices either in Athens or Thessaloniki.

Your key responsibilities

• Become from day one a key member of our dynamic M&A and CDA team , performing in a professional environment alongside a vibrant and exciting team of experienced professionals, working with regional, national and international clients.
• Lead engagement teams and workstreams in buy or sell-side M&A and debt / equity raising engagements from deal origination, execution and process management through closing, ensuring excellent customer experience, timely project delivery and strong commercial outcomes.
• Manage client relationships and expectations along with stakeholder interactions (ie capital providers, client other advisors, other EY teams etc.), presenting key findings in a timely, concise yet insightful manner, identifying risks and opportunities and providing insights throughout transaction lifecycle.
• Build and review by providing leadership to junior team members in producing high quality marketing materials (pitchbooks, proposals, presentations, thought leadership etc.) and key deliverables (Teasers/IMs, Client Presentations, Business Plan and Valuation Reports etc.), while maintaining client confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion.
• Develop your own business network across industry, private equity firms, banks, legal and other advisors to enhance your origination capabilities over the medium term and contribute to market visibility and positioning of EY-Parthenon in the local market.

Skills & Attributes for Success

What we look for

• Excellent academic background, including a bachelor’s and masters’ degree from a top tier university in Accounting / Finance / Banking / Economics, or other related field.
• Minimum of 7 years relevant working experience, related to M&A and CDA from either an investment bank, a corporate finance advisory firm, a big4 professional services firm, or a Private Equity firm with demonstrable relevant track record.
• Excellent financial modelling and valuation skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and solid understanding of equity/debt capital markets instruments and EU state-aid legislation.
• Ability to make detailed assessments of industry, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Proven client-facing experience and evidence of business development contribution and market networking capabilities.
• Ability to independently manage engagements and junior teams.
• Excellent written and verbal skills both in Greek and English
• Excellent knowledge in MS Office packages, in particular MS Excel and PowerPoint and AI tools.
• Excellent project management, attention to detail, communication, problem solving, interpersonal and teaming skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, flexibility, and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, and the ability to develop long-lasting relationships both internally and externally.
• Willingness to learn, proactivity and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas, while working in a multicultural corporate environment.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• An active CPA/ACCA/ACA/CFA certification (or in a final stage of completion)
• Experience in projects with EU State-Aid regulation (Recovery & Resilience Fund)

What we offer

We will fuel your ambition and potential with future-focused skills development that equips you with state-of-the-art methodologies and technology-enabled solutions. With more than 25,000 people in 150 countries, you will join an inclusive and empowering culture that values your uniqueness, prioritizes your wellbeing, and immerses you in the diverse thinking and cross-cultural experiences necessary to help deliver impact to clients across the globe and to help build a better working world. Learn more about careers at EY-Parthenon.

Additionally, we offer you the ability to Shape your Future with Confidence by:

• Developing your professional growth:
• You'll have unlimited access to educational platforms, EY Badges and EY Degrees, alongside support for certifications. You will experience personalized coaching and feedback, and gain exposure to international projects, through our expansive global network, empowering you to define and achieve your own success.
• Dive into our innovative GenAI ecosystem, designed to enhance your EY journey and support your career growth. These advanced AI tools will empower you to focus on higher-value work and meaningful interactions, enriching your professional experience like never before.

• Empowering your personal fulfilment: We focus on your financial, social, mental and physical wellbeing.
• Our competitive rewards package, depending on your experience, includes cutting-edge technological equipment, ticket restaurant vouchers, a private health and life insurance scheme, income protection and an exclusive EY benefits club card that provides a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
• Our flexible working arrangement (hybrid model) is defined based on your own preferences and team’s needs, and we enjoy various getaways such as short Fridays, Flex Day and Together Day. 
• Our commitment to a sustainable way of operating, encourages volunteerism, promotes sustainable practices and offers opportunities for you to create a positive societal impact.
• Our pride lies in working at EY as one of the most recognized employers in Greece through our multiple awards received over the last 4 years (Top Employer, Great Place to Work and Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting).

• Fueling an inclusive culture: We prioritize a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment, where you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

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