EY-Parthenon Senior Associate - Infrastructure Advisory

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At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity and governments every step of the way.

The opportunity

Our diverse team has advised on some of our largest and most complex infrastructure projects and asset management contracts working side by side with governments and the private sector to provide impactful advice and advisory services. Being part of a dynamic and energetic team, you will have the opportunity to grow your problem-solving and advisory capabilities while learning innovative approaches to address the infrastructure agenda in projects covering digital, sustainability, transport, energy and utilities.

We work on some of the highest profile and most important strategic infrastructure projects and contribute across the infrastructure lifecycle. This includes:

  • policy development and strategy
  • business case development,
  • economic, financial and commercial analysis,
  • project and programme delivery and assurance services,
  • strategic and digital transformation; and
  • taking transactions to market and supporting transaction evaluation, negotiation, execution and contract management.
This is a great opportunity where you can play a key role with our infrastructure clients, build your experience, commercial acumen and shape the next generation of infrastructure projects.

Your key responsibilities

  • Perform and oversee research to inform infrastructure policy development and key market trends. Specific tasks may include gathering insights from international case studies and best practice, collating & analysing relevant data, and supporting the organisation of training programs & events
  • Develop clear, well written and easy to understand reports and presentations to assist our clients in understanding complex problems
  • Assist with the preparation of commercial and financial analysis for project feasibility studies. Specific tasks may include business model or structure development, risk analysis, financial flows and understanding of key assumptions.
  • Support procurement and transaction advisory for clients on major infrastructure projects and transactions, including public-private partnerships
  • Provide coordination support with regional EY offices (e.g., Australia, Singapore), public & private sector clients, external advisors (e.g., technical, legal) and other relevant stakeholders on infrastructure initiatives, events, and projects
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to address their needs during pursuit stage and during engagement delivery
Skills and attributes for success
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
  • Advanced written and verbal communication skills
  • Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
  • Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment
To qualify for the role you must have
  • A bachelor’s degree in any relevant field with a minimum of 3 years of work experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of work experience in consulting or similar nature of work. Experience working with the infrastructure and transportation sector will be highly preferred.
  • Knowledge of PPP/PFI, concessions and acquisition and project financing structures / contracts in the infrastructure sector.
  • Understanding of market trends, policy frameworks, and regulatory environments in infrastructure sectors.
  • Experience of working in project and programme management, developing procurement strategies and commercial models, contract management, stakeholder management and risk & value management.
  • Familiarity in infrastructure development processes, financing mechanisms, and delivery models (e.g., PPP, EPC).
  • Sound commercial judgment and an ability to generate creative solutions to problems.
Ideally, you’ll also have
  • Client facing experience from a professional services background as well as ability to anticipate client needs and deliver tailored solutions.
  • Good understanding of government and/or private infrastructure projects, procurement models, funding models, contracting approaches, and project delivery issues.
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