EY-Parthenon – Strategy Software Group – Associate Manager (GDS)

About the Position

EY-Parthenon – Strategy Software Group – Associate Manager (GDS)

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

We are seeking an Associate Manager to join the Software Strategy Group (SSG) within EY-Parthenon GDS team. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a career at the nexus of two of the hottest segments of the economy: technology and private equity investing.

The SSG team helps private equity clients evaluate investment opportunities by discovering key risks that could impact a transaction in the software sector. SSG teams undertake market-leading product and technology diligence of software-driven companies. This entails an assessment of product capabilities, product roadmaps and underlying technical architecture, software R&D organization and the processes associated with the software organization.

Responsibilities

• Project Execution: Execute technology due diligence engagements and support engagement managers / Case Team Leaders (CTLs) with ownership for high quality deliverables prepared by Global Delivery Services team.
• Reporting: Prepare and present clear, analytical and concise reports and presentations for engagement teams and clients, outlining the key technological findings, business impact and recommendations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with partners, case teams and client teams on day-to-day project activities with high degree of ownership. Build and maintain strong relationships with regional case teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality of delivery and mentor junior team members providing guidance on project execution and ensuring high quality of delivery.
• Client Relationship: Build and grow long-term relationships with clients as their trusted strategic advisors.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated about the latest developments in technology and constantly update the due diligence process accordingly.

Requirements

• Educational Background: MBA with a bachelor's degree in IT/ software engineering.
• Experience: At least 4-6 years of software-related work experience.
• Industry Experience: Experience in PE / M&A transactions, ideally in performing Technology Due Diligence and/or strategic value creation assignments.
• Skills:
  • Deep understanding of the software development process and various best practices.
  • Ability to assess complex technology environments and analyze them in the context of business objectives.
  • Structured thought process and proficiency in the English language.
  • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Nice to Have

• Demonstrable experience or knowledge of structured methodologies and industry standards for Product Management, UI/UX design principles, Software Architecture, Software Development Life Cycle methods and the ability to provide insights based on experience.
• Ability to make detailed assessments of industry, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.

We Offer

• Team Environment: A team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment.
• Global Opportunities: An opportunity to be a part of market-leading, multi-disciplinary team of 3,000+ professionals, in the only integrated global transaction business worldwide.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to work with EY Parthenon practices globally for leading private equity and software companies.
• Continuous Learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success, as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative Leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and Inclusive Culture: You will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

About the Company

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.

Location: Bengaluru, India

Salary: Competitive

Date: Aug 11, 2026

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