EY Parthenon - Director - Energy Lead Advisory

The opportunity 

At EY-Parthenon, we leverage our unique blend of transformative strategy, transactions leadership, tax expertise and corporate finance capability to deliver real-world value —solutions that work in practice, not just on paper.

As an experienced Director in our Energy Lead Advisory team, you will work closely with energy project developers, investors, financiers, innovators and key public sector stakeholders across Australia to harness capital and deliver impactful M&A solutions that drive the transition to a sustainable, green future.

You will play a pivotal role in:

• Performing origination work including client relationship development
• Identifying key value drivers and risk mitigation strategies, challenging assumptions about prices, asset performance and portfolio construction
• Leading the execution of transactions through the lifecycle including financial modelling, diligence, financing and transaction negotiation
• Providing seamless integrated experiences for our clients throughout the growth and optimisation M&A journey alongside other EY service lines.

Our focus spans various segments of the energy sector including renewable energy generation, storage, transmission build out and optimisation strategies for infrastructure investors, developers and utilities across the mid-market and majors.

This is a hybrid position based in either Naarm – Melbourne or Warrang – Sydney.

Your key responsibilities 

• Develop and implement innovative strategies for energy sector M&A transactions that align with client objectives while responding to evolving market conditions.
• Manage engagement teams to undertake the acquisition or disposal of energy projects, portfolios or businesses working with integrated developers, infrastructure and private equity investors, financiers and strategic corporate buyers on the sellside or the buyside.
• Collaboratively co-ordinate and lead execution aspects of energy M&A transactions encompassing origination ideas and proposals, crafting bid strategy and documentation, managing due diligence processes, performing valuation assessments, undertaking capital structuring and managing transactions through negotiation to completion.
• Provide expert advice on regulatory compliance issues specific to the energy sector underpinned by a comprehensive understanding of the intersection of the public and private sector organisations undertaking projects and programs in the energy transition
• Oversee the preparation detailed investment materials, supporting financial analyses and models that assist clients in their decision-making processes.
• Identify critical issues impacting purchase price negotiations and deal structuring efforts including a fundamental understanding of risk and value with a demonstrable ability assisting clients to proactive manage risk.
• Project manage teams effectively while overseeing information flows among key stakeholders.
• Contribute to business plan initiatives (e.g., key accounts development) by building strong client relationships while demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of their operations.
• Understand our firm’s capabilities thoroughly; seek opportunities to offer additional services tailored to client needs including leveraging deep relationships across our global renewables platform to deliver exceptional insights and transaction expertise for our clients.

Skills and attributes for success 

• Proven experience in a transaction role within an advisory environment; adept at working independently as well as collaboratively with senior stakeholders across multiple engagements.
• Demonstrated expertise in M&A, project and corporate finance structuring, a deep knowledge of the energy market fundamentals, relevant technologies, supply chains, public policy implications and general project development challenges and opportunities.
• A strong desire to make a difference in decarbonising our economy with evident passion for the energy sector
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, engineering and/or law is preferred.
• Strong work ethic coupled with adaptability towards new challenges within a collaborative team setting:  resilient and creative thinking is key to overcoming hurdles to get deals over the finishing line
• Proficiency in assignment delivery—including requirements gathering—and presentation of results reflecting high-quality standards.
• Competence in risk management practices ensuring quality assurance throughout project execution.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026.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 up to 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.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidentia

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

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