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Job Description
The Opportunity
We are looking for passionate M&A Strategy & Transactions professionals to join our high performing team. As a part of the M&A team you will assist clients in identifying potential merger and acquisition opportunities, performing comprehensive financial analysis and valuation, preparing detailed strategic analysis and deal execution documents, and navigating through complex negotiation and regulatory processes. You will also assist in providing strategic advice, managing due diligence, and structuring deals.
You will leverage off an extensive global network, empowering you to provide sector-focused advice on the sale process from strategic positioning to close, and help execute acquisitions, alliances, and mergers. Our team is highly specialized in sector focused M&A transactions; hence, this opportunity will allow you to build in-depth sector expertise at the start of your career journey with us. This can be within Consumer Product & Retail, Healthcare, Energy, Technology Media & Telecommunications, Corporates or Public sectors, as deemed relevant.
Key Responsibilities
You will support in the execution of transactions across the client portfolio, preparing client reports and key documentation for fund-raising, acquisitions, and disposals. You will also be responsible for the following:
- Conduct detailed market research and business analysis to identify opportunities and evaluate potential acquisition targets.
- Help build and maintain company’s financials models, assist in reviewing / developing business plans and conducting valuation analyses.
- Understanding the key business drivers as well as identifying, and managing key issues and risks through insights, factual conclusions, and advice.
- Meeting the transaction timetable, ensuring quality on client deliverables such as marketing materials, as well as engaging with counterparties and other advisers to ensure transaction milestones are met.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including finance, legal, HR, IT, operations, and marketing during deals execution.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities.
- Counsel junior colleagues, share knowledge, and take an active role in the growth and development of the whole team.
Experience of corporate finance in an investment bank, professional services firm, or boutique with a track record of working on both the buy-side and sell-side, as well as finance raising. The role would require strong numerical, financial and modelling skills based on a well-developed understanding of financial statements. You will have sound commercial judgment and an ability to generate creative solutions to problems.
To qualify, you must have:
- Bachelor’s degree ideally in a finance or related specializations
- At least 3 to 5 years’ experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development or a related role
- Familiarity with financial modeling and valuation techniques.
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to produce high quality and impactful professional documents for clients and internal use
- Flexibility to travel (approx. 25 to 75%).
- MBA or Master’s degree in finance (or related field) from a reputable University.
- CFA qualification or working towards it.
- Transactions Advisory experience.
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- Arabic language skills would be an asset.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of M&A best practices and the ability to lead complex projects, solve challenging problems, and work collaboratively with a diverse team. We are interested in highly motivated individuals with the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. As an effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.
What We Offer
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
EY | Building a better working world
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.
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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
11 Nov 24, 04:50 PM IST
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