EY Parthenon - Senior Consultant | Energy Lead Advisory

Growing our energy business

We are rapidly growing our EY Parthenon Energy Lead Advisory team that will have the capability to fulfil our ambition of being the leading team in the rapidly evolving energy sector. Our high performing team is successfully driving energy transition through supporting our clients through acquisition, financing and divestment processes. We also offer bespoke quality commercial and strategic advisory to help our clients achieve their objectives.

We are a values-based team with deep passion in driving and accelerating the energy transition.

We are looking for Infrastructure Advisors with the enthusiasm to learn and develop and to join our rapidly growing team. Experience in the energy sector and in transactions will be highly desirable.

The opportunity

EY’s Parthenon Energy Lead Advisory is part of Infrastructure Advisory and supports our clients across the M&A lifecycle, from initial equity and debt raising to bid development and commercial negotiations. The work we do is diversified and will vary depending on our client requirements and also includes market entry studies for international clients as well as broader commercial advisory mandates. There is an opportunity for you to be involved in highly exciting projects in all these fields.

As an Energy Lead Advisory team we focus across the whole energy sector from more mature markets such as onshore wind and solar to up and coming technologies such as hydrogen and our clients are both national and international.

As a valued member of the team you will:

• Play a role in advising clients on acquisitions, finance raising and divestments, from single assets to whole companies.
• Develop and enhance a key understanding of the Australian Energy Market.
• Craft clear, well-structured reports and presentations for various use cases and clients.
• Produce and analyse financial models to assist debt or equity capital process and evaluate the value of assets and companies.
• Provide inputs into key legal and commercial documents required in a transaction environment.
• Work with other advisors (e.g. tax, legal) to achieve successful outcome of a transaction
• Contribute to business development through the production of marketing materials and high quality proposals.
• Foster meaningful relationships with clients and industry professionals.
• Provide insightful commercial, financial and strategic advice to a diverse client base.

What we look for    

To be considered for this role you must have:  

• 3-5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Relevant industry experience is demonstrated through experience in (but not limited to) transactions (acquisitions, financing or divestments), the energy sector and financial modelling.
• A keen interest in tackling complex challenges that positively impact all Australians.
• Clear thinking and communication skills, with a knack for both quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• A proactive, positive attitude and a collaborative spirit.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn  more.

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits    
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous

Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.comor +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. 

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

Please be advised that our offices in Oceania will be closed from 19 December and will reopen in early January. As a result, there will be a delay in responding to applications during this period. We appreciate your understanding and patience. 
 
Thank you for considering a career with EY.

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