CEF-STRATEGY - STRATEGY And INITIATIVES-ASSISTANT DIRECTOR(Big4jobs)
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Job Description
Assistant Director - Manager - Strategy, Consulting Service Line
Summary: Assistant Director (Manager) will oversee and coordinate multiple strategic projects to ensure they align with the companys goals and objectives. This role involves working closely with senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders to drive the successful execution of strategic initiatives.
Roles And Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the execution of strategic programs, supporting leadership initiatives, assist in business strategy formulation and planning, business data analysis, etc.
- Work as a project / program manager for large business transformation projects with cross functional teams - establishing the project framework, including defining the project scope, objectives, and deliverables, developing a comprehensive project plan that includes timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
- Maintaining regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project progress, risks, and issues. Preparing and presenting status reports to senior management and other stakeholders
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders in the organisation, understanding stakeholder needs and expectations, and ensuring that they are met
- Manage day to day relationship and operating rhythm with the strategy competencies across EY regions to understand their business and client delivery requirements and deliver on expectations
- Assume accountability for delivering exceptional quality artefacts that align with business and client requirements
- Balancing Agile and traditional project management methodologies to fit the project / program and business environment
- Focus on building capability in the team as well as building strong relationships among GDS strategy and other country strategy teams
The candidate is expected to have at least 8-12 years of relevant experience in the following functional areas:
- Project Management Skills: Strong project management skills, including the ability to develop comprehensive project plans, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
- Proficiency in both Agile and traditional project management methodologies
- Proficiency in project management tools and software. Knowledge and proficiency in Data visualization like Tableau, Power BI would be an added advantage
- Stakeholder Management:Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, understanding their needs, and ensuring their expectations are met.Ability to manage senior stakeholder relationships at the CXO, Partner, or Functional Head level.
- Communication Skills: Impeccable communication skills are vital for effectively managing projects. This includes the ability to convey project goals, updates, and issues clearly to all stakeholders
- Analytical Skills: Strong structured problem solving and analysis skills, analyze business issues and challenges, supporting the right decision-making process
- Risk Management: Identifying potential project risks, proactive escalations and developing mitigation strategies
- Strategic Thinking: Strategic and client-centric mindset, keeping the user’s priorities and business goals as objectives. Ability to alternate between operations and overall business objectives with a growth mindset
- Thrives in a VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity) working environment.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Flair for troubleshooting issues and finding creative solutions to drive the team and clients’ agendas forward
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills
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- 8-12 years of experience in program / project management, change management, organizational development
- MBA or equivalent (Post Graduate Diploma) from a top tier B-School/ or reputed university
- Experience in consulting or a related industry
- PMP or other relevant certifications (not mandatory)
- Experience in client facing consulting roles is not mandatory but highly desirable
- Acumen for stakeholder management with ability to work with a diverse range of teams from various geographies
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Power point
EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.
Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.
Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.
Skills
Business Strategy FormulationConsultingBusiness TransformationChange ManagementManagementStrategic InitiativesTransformation ProjectsStrategyIf an employer asks you to pay any kind of fee, please notify us immediately. Jobaaj does not charge any fee from the applicants and we do not allow other companies also to do so.
About Company
EY India Careers 2025 – Overview
Ernst & Young Global Limited (EY) is one of the Big Four professional services organisations, headquartered in London, England, and operating in 150+ countries with a global workforce of ~400,000 professionals.
EY’s roots trace back to 1849 (Harding & Pullein) and 1903 (Ernst & Ernst), with the current global legal entity formed in 1989 through the merger of Ernst & Whinney and Arthur Young.
In India, EY employs ~50,000–55,000 people across offices in Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, and Pune. The firm operates through four integrated service lines — Assurance, Consulting, Strategy and Transactions, and Tax — helping clients capitalise on opportunities, manage risk, and deliver responsible growth.
EY’s purpose, Building a better working world, guides its work with businesses, governments, and non‑profits to solve complex challenges. The firm is recognised for its investments in AI (via the EY.ai platform), digital transformation, sustainability, and inclusive growth.
Business Model
EY operates as a service‑based B2B professional services firm, generating revenue through assurance, consulting, strategy & transactions, and tax services.
Its model blends:
- Deep sector expertise with technology‑driven solutions
- Global delivery capabilities with India as a strategic hub
- Long‑term client relationships built on trust and recurring engagements
Strategic priorities for EY India include:
- Scaling EY.ai and AI‑enabled services
- Expanding ESG and sustainability consulting
- Strengthening cybersecurity and digital transformation offerings
- Growing Strategy and Transactions advisory in high‑growth sectors
Recent Wins & Recognition
- Launched the EY.ai platform to integrate AI into all service lines globally and in India (https://www.ey.com/en_in/news/2023/ey-launches-ey-ai-platform).
- Advised on a $1.1 billion renewable energy acquisition in India (https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/energy/power/ey-advises-on-renewable-energy-acquisition/articleshow/).
- Recognised as a Leader in Digital Strategy Consulting in the 2025 IDC MarketScape report (https://www.ey.com/en_in/news/2025/ey-named-leader-in-digital-strategy-consulting).
- Partnered with the Government of India on Gati Shakti infrastructure planning (https://www.ey.com/en_in/news/2024/ey-supports-gati-shakti-infrastructure-planning).
- Awarded Best Employer for Women 2025 by Working Mother & Avtar (https://www.ey.com/en_in/news/2025/ey-best-employer-for-women).
Culture & Values
EY’s culture is anchored in its EY Values:
- People who demonstrate integrity, respect, and teaming
- People with energy, enthusiasm, and the courage to lead
- People who build relationships based on doing the right thing
The firm promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, offers global mobility opportunities, and invests heavily in continuous learning through EY Badges, EY Tech MBA, and leadership programs.
Client‑Facing Businesses
Assurance
What it is – Independent audit and assurance services to enhance trust in financial reporting. Careers in India include:
- Statutory Audit – Auditing financial statements for listed and unlisted companies.
- Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) – IFRS/Ind AS advisory, reporting, and accounting change support.
- Forensic & Integrity Services – Fraud investigation, dispute resolution, and compliance reviews.
- Climate Change & Sustainability Services (CCaSS) – ESG reporting and assurance.
Consulting
What it is – Advises clients on business transformation, technology, and risk. In India, career opportunities span:
- Business Consulting – Strategy, operations, and supply chain transformation.
- Technology Consulting – ERP, cloud, data analytics, and cybersecurity.
- Risk Consulting – Enterprise risk, internal audit, and regulatory compliance.
- People Advisory Services – Workforce strategy, change management, and HR transformation.
Strategy and Transactions (SaT)
What it is – End‑to‑end deal advisory and capital strategy. India‑based roles cover:
- M&A Advisory – Buy‑side and sell‑side deal advisory.
- Transaction Diligence – Financial, tax, and operational due diligence.
- Valuation, Modelling & Economics – Business valuations and financial modelling.
- Restructuring – Turnaround and insolvency support.
Tax
What it is – Comprehensive tax and regulatory services. In India, career paths include:
- Direct Tax – Corporate and international tax compliance and planning.
- Indirect Tax – GST, customs, and trade advisory.
- Transfer Pricing – Planning, documentation, and dispute resolution.
- Tax Technology & Transformation – Automation and analytics for tax functions.
Important dates & deadlines?
Application Deadline
04 Jul 25, 02:16 PM IST
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