M&A Consultant - Transaction Strategy and Execution | Autumn 2026

What if we didn’t focus on who you are now, but who you could become?

Be part of the market leading transaction strategy and execution practice focusing on Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Value Creation. Kick-start your career by joining our Transaction Strategy and Execution (TSE) team at EY-Parthenon in August 2026.

The role and opportunities

In the Transaction Strategy and Execution team, we help clients shape, assess, and execute their transaction strategies end-to-end. From identifying synergies and conducting due diligence to enabling seamless integrations and carve-outs, we focus on protecting and enhancing deal value.

We work across the following diverse areas, with the opportunity to specialize as you progress:

Deal Strategy and Value Creation

Work alongside clients to formulate and realize their strategic objectives in an M&A context, by defining principles and setting priorities for their acquisition/divestment, support integrations and work with value creation projects. Hence, you will identify and analyze cost optimization and synergy opportunities and collaborate with the clients to design and implement them.

Buy & Integrate and Sell & Separate

Work on operational projects where you will collaborate with clients to realize the value of M&A by solving complex issues with multiple stakeholders. In these projects you will conduct due diligence on the quality of the operational functions, plan the integrations and separations and develop the operating models to ensure the strategic objectives are met.

Technology Due Diligence

Provide strategic advice within technology due diligence where you will assess technology infrastructure and provide advice on how to integrate or separate different technology systems in the context of a transaction. Furthermore, you will evaluate the potential of different emerging technologies and their potential in an M&A context.

To learn more please visit our career page.

Your profile

• You have an open and positive mindset. We are looking for people with a willingness to learn about strategic, tech and operational aspects of transactions. You have an interest in M&A and a ‘can do’ attitude.
• You are enthusiastic and collaborate well in teams. You are inclusive and recognize the value that different backgrounds and experiences bring to our work. You are passionate about people and wish to learn from and help develop those around you.

Qualifications:

• You have graduated in 2025 or are expected to graduate in 2026, holding a degree in economics, finance, IT, business administration, engineering, or similar.
• You have proficiency in English and preferably another European language.
• Ideally, you can demonstrate a track record of relevant professional and/or extracurricular activities, e.g., student job, volunteering, internship, semester abroad etc.

What we offer

• An exciting introductory program with all new graduates in the Nordic region.
• Continuous development and career growth by working in highly collaborative and supportive teams on exciting projects and clients.
• You will be assigned a counselor who will work closely with you throughout your career to ensure that your interests, skills and goals are aligned to the opportunities in EY-Parthenon.
• You will get a buddy assigned who will be your go-to person in the first couple of months to ensure you are onboarded successfully.
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.

Apply now

If you find this interesting and recognize yourself in the description above, we would like to hear from you as soon as possible.

Application deadline:

12 October 2025.

The applications process consists of the following steps:

1. Application: Fill out the application form and upload your CV, grade transcript, and cover letter. In your cover letter, please answer the two following questions:
2. Describe your motivation for joining the TSE Team in Copenhagen.
3. Describe a time you worked with others to solve a complex problem. What was your role and what did you learn?

• Assessment: Upon receipt of your application, you will be provided with a link to our assessment within a few days. The assessment takes about 20 minutes.
• Phone call: If selected, we will make a short, introductory phone conversation regarding your motivation, our team and the role.
• Interviews: Selected candidates will be invited to a personal interview at our office, including a case you prepare from home. If you proceed, you will get invited to a second, more detailed interview, with a case that won’t require any prior preparation. Lastly, a final interview with a Partner, prior to us offering you a position.

Please be advised that applications will be evaluated after the application deadline. Candidates who are selected to advance to the interview stage will be contacted following the application deadline.

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

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