Assistant Director Transaction Diligence - Scotland jobs at Ey in United Kingdom, Edinburgh

What you can expect – enriching experiences that will last a lifetime

In the area of Innovation Excellence and Business Analysis you will accompany organizations in the implementation of company-wide end-to-end Product Lifecycle Management and transformation programs - from strategy and concept to development and implementation.

• You will work with client facing teams to provide premium solutions to customers globally, with focus on Swiss region.
• You will work with clients to develop and implement the next generation of Lifecycle Management Solutions and become a trusted analyst and advisor in the process.
• You will work in consulting teams to deliver Innovation Excellence to clients and also help to create a positive learning culture.
• You will support the business in developing EY knowledge and concepts for our practice, while actively establishing, maintaining and strengthening internal and external relationships.
• You will join an international and supporting team, that puts your career in the center.
• EY offer a variety of growth and development opportunities.

Your qualifications and experience – skills for shaping the future

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Economics
• As a Consultant, you already have 1+ years Project Management experience in medium to large sized FMCG or Life Science Organizations
• Your experience should be in the following areas: Innovation Excellence, Project Management, Agile/Lean work processes, Design Thinking, Stage Gate processes
• Optional: familiarity with digital technology and tools (e.g. ERP, PLM, MDG, PIM) and Microsoft Power Platform and tools (e.g. Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps) and cloud hosting
• You have a successful track record in:
  • Project Management
  • Problem Solving and root cause investigation
  • Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence
  • Leadership of cross functional teams
• You are flexible, including willingness to work from home as well as travel regionally and globally
• As an international company, we require excellent English language skills, proficiency of other languages such as German is a plus
• Preferably Zurich based

What’s in it for you

• International team of highly motivated professionals
• Continuous personal development with a steep learning curve – a system of trainings, mentoring, counselling and on-the-job learning
• Modern working environment and equipment, fostering mobile working flexibility
• Transparent performance-based recognition and progression system
• Acquire a fully accredited corporate MBA (EY Tech MBA) from Hult International Business School, whilst working with EY, completely free*

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Make the next step and apply for this position online. For further information please contact our recruitment team ( / +41 58 286 33 66).

The Financial Diligence team at EY-Parthenon has exciting opportunities. You'll work with a high-performing, integrated team which focuses on a variety of high-profile IPOs and transactions. You'll have a diverse range of stretching experiences which will give you continuous learning and development opportunities as well as a great sense of achievement.

You will be working alongside experienced due diligence professionals, where you will continue to develop your skills to perform due diligence in a range of situations and sectors. There is the opportunity for travel, both within the UK and potentially internationally. When working on projects you will almost always be working as part of a wider cross service line team.

Your key responsibilities

In your role as an Assistant Director, you will have responsibility for understanding the key business drivers, co-developing our approach with the client, agreeing value measurements with the client, providing value to the client through insights, factual conclusions and advice. You will project manage teams and work closely with all members as well as forming strong internal links within Financial Diligence and other departments in EY both in the UK and internationally to form multi-disciplinary teams. You will gather, verify and assess information to formulate views as well as plan, prepare and review deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client. In addition, you will:

• Plan and monitor the progress of the team
• Share your technical and other knowledge with your team and the department
• Build on and develop internal and external networks through personal contacts
• Understand the capabilities of the firm and look for opportunities to sell additional services to our clients
• Play a role in business plan initiatives (e.g. key accounts, recruitment, client service framework)
• Being a true business advisor to the client and establish yourself as a key client contact
• Take responsibility for own learning and development, provide coaching / support to others, and participate in upward feedback

Skills and attributes for success

• Be able to gather, verify and analyse information to formulate views / conclusions
• Demonstrable experience in planning, preparing and reviewing deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client
• Offer a support culture to junior members of the team, assisting their development

To qualify for the role you must have

• Business Development experience
• Have an ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification
• Strong commercial experience and/or relevant industry or transaction experience (including financial due diligence experience)
• A passion to provide high quality service to your clients

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Have strong commercial experience and/or relevant industry or transaction experience (including financial due diligence experience)
• Be an excellent communicator, both oral and written
• Have project management skills
• Be an effective time manager, able to keep calm when under pressure to meet deadlines
• Be a team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
• Have counselling skills, though not essential

What we look for

What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’ve got the right combination of technical knowledge and communication skills, this role is for you.

The Financial Diligence team at EY UK currently has exciting opportunities. Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Financial Diligence expert, you’ll help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. You'll have a diverse range of stretching experiences which will give you continuous learning and development opportunities as well as a great sense of achievement.

Your responsibilities

As a Director within the Financial Diligence team, you will lead the engagements whereby we analyse the financial and operational results of companies targeted for sale. You will manage the project teams and work closely with all members as well as forming strong internal links within Financial Diligence and other departments in EY.

You will have responsibility for understanding the key business drivers, co-developing our approach with the client, agreeing value measurements with the client, providing value to the client through insights, factual conclusions and advice. You will project manage teams and work closely with all members as well as forming strong internal links within Financial Diligence and other departments in EY both in the UK and internationally to form multi-disciplinary teams. You will gather, verify and assess information to formulate views as well as plan, prepare and review deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client. In addition, you will:

• Plan and monitor the progress of the team
• Share your technical and other knowledge with your team and the department
• Build on and develop internal and external networks through personal contacts
• Understand the capabilities of the firm and look for opportunities to sell additional services to our clients
• Play a role in business plan initiatives (e.g. key accounts, recruitment, client service framework)
• Being a true business advisor to the client and establish yourself as a key client contact

You will take the lead on business development initiatives, building on existing external relationships and maintaining key client account responsibilities, as well as driving new account relationships through your network.

You will take the responsibility for own learning and development, provide coaching to others, and participate in upward feedback. In addition, you will help to create a positive learning culture for junior team members and support their development.

Skills and attributes for success

• Be able to gather, verify and analyse information to formulate views / conclusions
• Demonstrable experience in planning, preparing and reviewing deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client
• Offer a support culture to junior members of the team, assisting their development

To qualify for the role you must have

• A minimum of 8 years financial due diligence experience
  • A Chartered Accountancy qualification, ACA, ACCA or equivalent
  • Ability to analyse financial and non-financial information to formulate views and conclusions.
  • Strong analytical, presentation, project management and report writing skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Be a team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
  • A passion to provide high quality service to your clients

Ideally you’ll also have;

• Demonstrable client account management abilities
• Have counselling skills, though not essential

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. 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.

The Financial Diligence team at EY UK currently has exciting opportunities. Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Financial Diligence expert, you’ll help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. You'll have a diverse range of stretching experiences which will give you continuous learning and development opportunities as well as a great sense of achievement.

Your responsibilities

As a Director within the Financial Diligence team, you will lead the engagements whereby we analyse the financial and operational results of companies targeted for sale. You will manage the project teams and work closely with all members as well as forming strong internal links within Financial Diligence and other departments in EY.

You will have responsibility for understanding the key business drivers, co-developing our approach with the client, agreeing value measurements with the client, providing value to the client through insights, factual conclusions and advice. You will project manage teams and work closely with all members as well as forming strong internal links within Financial Diligence and other departments in EY both in the UK and internationally to form multi-disciplinary teams. You will gather, verify and assess information to formulate views as well as plan, prepare and review deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client. In addition, you will:

• Plan and monitor the progress of the team
• Share your technical and other knowledge with your team and the department
• Build on and develop internal and external networks through personal contacts
• Understand the capabilities of the firm and look for opportunities to sell additional services to our clients
• Play a role in business plan initiatives (e.g. key accounts, recruitment, client service framework)
• Being a true business advisor to the client and establish yourself as a key client contact

You will take the lead on business development initiatives, building on existing external relationships and maintaining key client account responsibilities, as well as driving new account relationships through your network.

You will take the responsibility for own learning and development, provide coaching to others, and participate in upward feedback. In addition, you will help to create a positive learning culture for junior team members and support their development.

Skills and attributes for success

• Be able to gather, verify and analyse information to formulate views / conclusions
• Demonstrable experience in planning, preparing and reviewing deliverables in various forms including written reports, presentations and discussions with the client
• Offer a support culture to junior members of the team, assisting their development

To qualify for the role you must have

• A minimum of 8 years financial due diligence experience
  • A Chartered Accountancy qualification, ACA, ACCA or equivalent
  • Ability to analyse financial and non-financial information to formulate views and conclusions.
  • Strong analytical, presentation, project management and report writing skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Be a team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
  • A passion to provide high quality service to your clients

Ideally you’ll also have;

• Demonstrable client account management abilities
• Have counselling skills, though not essential

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. 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.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead project delivery, ensuring successful implementation of strategic initiatives for clients.
• Develop and manage a client book, fostering strong relationships with clients in the Financial Service industry
• Drive business development efforts to identify new opportunities and expand EY's presence
• Design and implement operational models that align with regulatory requirements and enhance client operations.
• Analyze regulatory frameworks and create compliant solutions for profitable business growth.

Skills and attributes for success

• 7+ years of experience in consulting, Compliance, Risk Management, or operations within a Bank, Management Company/AIFM or Asset Servicing Firm.
• A proactive approach to business development and client relationship management.
• Strong project management skills with a focus on delivering results.
• Knowledge of key regulatory topics (e.g., UCITS, AIFMD, MIFID) and experience
• Understanding of operational processes for the financial sector.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in French and English. Additional European language is a plus

Building a better working world

Our offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and pre-screening requirements. The candidate acknowledges that all information provided must be accurate.

Here, you’ll find a culture of learning, collaboration, and career growth, with the tools and freedom to make a real impact

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver employment tax compliance and advice to clients in a broad range of industry sectors.
• Stay up to date with key technical and functional skills, as well as industry, business, and leadership knowledge, and share this expertise with others.
• Contribute to business development and client pursuit efforts by preparing proposals and delivering presentations to potential clients.
• Manage the successful delivery of technically complex and demanding consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and a practical, business-driven approach.
• Win and sustain client confidence.
• Build opportunities to capture new business and develop client relationships.
• Recognize and manage potential issues effectively during client assignments.
• Structure and manage projects or programs of work that meet and exceed client expectations while mitigating any risks or issues.

About You

• Experience in employment tax gained in consultancy, a legal firm, and/or a large global corporate.
• Strong personal impact and resilience, with the ability to influence and persuade clients and stakeholders at all levels to gain support for major changes and key decisions.
• Working and technical understanding of key employment tax issues, including:
• Expenses and Benefits (PSAs and P11Ds)
• Employment Status (IR35 and self-employed)
• Payroll (PAYE, RTI, apprenticeship levy, audits)
• Construction Industry Scheme
• Termination Payments
• Pensions
• National Minimum Wage
• Dealing with HMRC, audits, and disclosures
• SAO and CCO
• Basic understanding of equity plans
• Business development skills with the ability to identify and convert opportunities to sell work.
• Proven track record in project management and delivery.
• Change-oriented with a flexible approach.
• Professional, quickly establishing personal credibility and demonstrating expertise.
• Practical approach to solving issues and gaining client agreement.
• Ability to analyse complex problems and deliver insightful, practical, and sustainable solutions.
• Focus on achieving project/program goals and objectives.
• High-quality deliverables, including clear and concise technical guidance.
• Adept at overcoming issues and barriers.
• Identify and discuss opportunities to delegate work to less experienced team members and facilitate learning.
• Skilled in facilitating and encouraging collaboration among team members and capable of motivating teams to maximize performance.
• Provide timely, authentic, and constructive feedback to colleagues and seek feedback in return.
• ATT or CTA qualifications desirable.

What we Offer:

• Global Exposure:Work with international clients and teams across EY’s global network.
• Career Progression:Develop new skills, take on leadership roles, and grow your career.
• Support & Coaching:Learn from industry experts and be mentored by senior leaders.
• Flexible Working:We support hybrid working and work-life balance. Two days in the office.
• Total Rewards Package:Competitive salary, benefits, and exclusive EY perks.
• Inclusive Culture:Work in an environment that celebrates diversity and authenticity.

Key responsibilities:

• To deliver employment tax compliance and advice to clients in a broad range of industry sectors.
• Be up to date with key technical and functional skills, and with industry, business and leadership skills & knowledge - and share this expertise with others.
• Contribute to business development and client pursuit efforts through involvement in preparing proposals and delivering presentations to potential clients.
• Take a role in the management of the successful delivery of technically complex and demanding consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and practical / business driven approach.
• To win and sustain client confidence.
• To build opportunities to capture new business and develop client relationships.
• Be confident and effective in recognising and managing potential issues during client assignments.
• Structure and manage projects or programmes of work which meet and exceed client expectations and mitigate any risks or issues.

About you:

• Experience of employment tax gained in consultancy, legal firm and/or large global corporate.
• Have strong personal impact and resilience, and be able to influence and persuade clients and stakeholders at all levels to gain support for major changes and key decisions.
• Working and technical understanding of key employment tax issues including:
• Expenses and Benefits (PSAs and P11Ds)
• Employment Status (IR35 and self-employed).
• Payroll (PAYE, RTI, apprenticeship levy, audits).
• Construction Industry Scheme.
• Termination Payments
  • Pensions.
  • National Minimum Wage.
  • Dealing with HMRC, audits, disclosure.
  • SAO and CCO.
  • Understanding of equity plans (basic understanding).
• Business development skills, able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work.
• Proven track record in project management and delivery.
• Change orientated with flexible approach.
• Be professional, quickly establishing personal credibility and demonstrating expertise.
• Take a practical approach to solving issues and gaining client agreement.
• Be able to analyse complex problems and to deliver insightful, practical, and sustainable solutions.
• Focus on achieving project / programme goals and objectives.
• High quality deliverables including clear and concise technical guidance.
• Be adept at overcoming issues and barriers.
• Identify and discuss opportunities to delegate work to less experienced team members and facilitate learning.
• Be skilled in facilitating and encouraging collaboration amongst team members, and capable of motivating teams to maximise performance.
• Provide timely, authentic, and constructive feedback to colleagues and seek feedback in return.
• Candidate will Ideally have the ATT and/or CTA qualifications.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you will be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with Flex EY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-. being, insurance, savings, and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that is right for you.