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At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. EY has a market leading UK Insurance Transformation practice, and our specialist Insurance Technology team are critical to this. We work closely with the breadth of EY's capabilities, as well as with our alliance partners to support Insurance clients to solve their most complex challenges, and transform their organisations. To support are ongoing growth, we are looking for proven Insurance focused Directors who inspire teams, drive strategic transformation and deliverable measurable value for our Insurance clients. Location(s): London (c.3 days in EY/ client offices) Role Overview You will combine deep business and technology consulting experience, with strong insurance knowledge, to support our clients strategise, solution and deliver insurance transformation. We are seeking individuals who have experience across the insurance lifecycle, understanding insurance drivers, how organisations are structured, their key capabilities and how technology and data enables this. We are looking for individuals who have excellent stakeholder management skills and can build client and internal relationships, who can work closely with our EY broader capabilities to bring the right insurance business and technology expertise together for our clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership: Lead high-performing, multidisciplinary teams for Insurance clients across business and technology workstreams, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to clients and balancing competing priorities Manage insurance client engagements through their lifecycle, ensuring management of engagement risk, revenue and profitability to meet/ exceed on financial commitments Mentor and develop junior consultants, supporting their growth and contributing to the insurance practice's capability building. Consulting Excellence: Apply core consulting skills to understand insurance client challenges and needs, problem solve issues, and translate these into actionable strategies and deliverables Utilise understanding and insight into the insurance value chain to design optimal technology solutions to meet the capability demands of insurers Manage activity and teams through significant ambiguity, whilst aligning disparate stakeholder groups to solve challenges and align on outcomes Manage end-to-end project lifecycles, driving delivery outcomes to enable insurance client goals, technology vision, and value expectations. Deliver large-scale transformations for Insurance clients, leveraging best practices and innovative approaches. Sales & Business Development: Be responsible for managing insurance client account(s) and stakeholders across a portfolio of technology opportunities and projects Identify and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging your insurance network and market insights to drive growth. Shape compelling insurance proposals and thought leadership, positioning the firm as a partner of choice for strategic transformation. Meet individual and team sales and revenue targets. Strategy: Develop and execute strategies for insurance clients which address complex business challenges, integrating technology, operations, and organizational change. Advise C-suite stakeholders on strategic priorities, balancing short-term objectives with long-term vision. Stay ahead of disruptive trends and industry shifts, ensuring clients are positioned for sustainable success. Profile Requirements Strong core consulting skills with experience as a Director in a consulting organisation Extensive and deep knowledge of insurance organisations and their value chains, business models, business processes, capabilities and technology solutions & vendors (across General Insurance, Commercial and Speciality, or Life and Pensions) Experience working with clients to create business and technology strategies, solutions and delivery roadmaps Experience leading business and technology enabled transformation projects within Insurance. Proven track record in project delivery, with the ability to deliver high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines. Strong client and relationship network within the Insurance Industry, and experience developing and owning relationships across the market Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, bringing teams together to achieve common goals in complex environments. Extensive experience managing teams and mentoring talent, contributing to practice growth and capability building. What We Look For Well-rounded insurance consultants with a strong toolkit and a deep appreciation for client relationships. Intellectual strength, curiosity, and flexibility to navigate ambiguous requirements and rapidly solve complex problems. Confident communicators who can lead conversations with C-level stakeholders, technology leaders, and business sponsors. Professionals with an agile mindset and a passion for delivering meaningful, tech-enabled change. Commitment to learning, knowledge sharing, and inspiring others. Individuals who are passionate about continuing to progress their careers in a consulting organisation What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY 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, coaching and feedback 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's right for you About EY As a global provider of assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now. EY Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Assistant Director - Tech - Strategy and Execution - EY Parthenon Our Technology team sits within the Strategy and Execution team, which is EY's leading market team providing Technology, Operations and Financial advice to corporate and private equity firms who intend to acquire, divest or restructure businesses. The team comprises advisors with specialist commercial, operations, software, technology, cyber, finance and deal / transaction experience from industry, advisory and audit backgrounds. The Technology team has competencies in Product & technology, Enterprise technology and Cybersecurity: Product and technology provides investment and acquisition guidance to clients across commercial, product, and technical topics needed to assess and advise companies in the "software economy" Enterprise technology assesses major technology risks and opportunities related to a transaction across key areas of enterprise technology holistically including enterprise and business systems, infrastructure, data and reporting, tech operating model, tech spend Cybersecurity focuses on understanding the business operating model, then applying our experience, benchmarks and tools to determine where Cyber is critical to the brand, operations, assets and applicable regulations. The team has completed hundreds of successful projects and provides a unique capability to help companies make critical choices and complete successful transactions. As part of EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with 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. The opportunity We are seeking to further expand our team with IT consultants who work across a range of sectors, including Private Equity, Digital and Telecoms. As an Assistant Director in our team, you will advise clients across all sectors, supporting key decision makers in developing and executing strategies for transactions use your intellectual guile and enthusiasm to apply your technical skills across the MM&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) transaction lifecycle; including pre-deal diligence, portfolio review and corporate carve-outs & integrations. Your key responsibilities As an Assistant Director within our Strategy and Execution team, you would assist in aspects of business origination, including pitches and presentations, and attend meetings with clients to help sell work and work in a transaction environment operating under tight M&A timeframes and demands and be familiar working in a large-scale consulting environment or industry role. You would use your knowledge on technical IT topics and work on buyside and sellside mandates across the transaction lifecycle Skills and attributes for success Advise senior clients across all sectors, supporting key decision makers in developing and executing strategies for transactions. Sell, run and deliver different types of engagements, including pre-deal (e.g. technology due diligence, carve-out planning), post-deal (e.g. sign to close, integration planning, synergy tracking) and value creation (e.g. cost reduction, tech enabled VC) Lead blended project teams comprising colleagues from our transactions and advisory practices. Lead complex engagements, including commercials, resourcing and risk. Lead on business origination, including use of networks and delivery of pitches and presentations to senior clients. Lead on practice development initiatives and training programmes, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work. Act as a role model and support development of junior team members, coupled with the recruitment and training responsibilities. Learn and develop technical and personal skills to support achievement of career goals, through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experiences To qualify for the role, you must have Professional services / consulting; Transactions: ideally due diligence, carve-out or integrations experience; and Broad knowledge and deep understanding of a typical IT function, including enterprise architecture, strategy, governance, systems integration, application development, service delivery and infrastructure. Experience working with Private Equity and senior IT stakeholders Adept at building strong working relationships with senior clients, including influence, advice and support to key decision makers. Demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Experience of delivering high-quality reports and presentations. Experience of leading large, complex, global delivery programmes. Strong team leadership skills, particularly teams with diverse skills and backgrounds, coupled with the ability to lead and develop juniors. Excellent problem-solving skills. What we are looking for You'll be a trusted advisor to our clients and use your deep knowledge of multiple IT technologies to work closely to their needs. Your proven project management and stakeholder management experience will be key to the role. If you're ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you. About EY Parthenon EY-Parthenon teams work with clients to navigate complexity by helping them to reimagine their eco-systems, reshape their portfolios and reinvent themselves for a better future. With global connectivity and scale, EY-Parthenon teams focus on Strategy Realized - helping CEOs design and deliver strategies to better manage challenges while maximizing opportunities as they look to transform their businesses. From idea to implementation, EY-Parthenon teams help organizations to build a better working world by fostering long-term value. EY-Parthenon is a brand under which a number of EY member firms across the globe provide strategy consulting services. For more information, please visit What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY 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: 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. Please note: Prior to finalizing your application, you will be asked to provide personal information across several dimensions of diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept entirely confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment process holistically and implement actions that promote diversity and inclusiveness. While optional, we encourage you to provide this information to hold us accountable towards our goal of building a better working world. We ask because it matters! If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now. EY Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. EY has a market leading UK Insurance Transformation practice, and our specialist Insurance Technology team are critical to this. We work closely with the breadth of EY's capabilities, as well as with our alliance partners to support Insurance clients to solve their most complex challenges, and transform their organisations. To support are ongoing growth, we are looking for proven Insurance focused Directors who inspire teams, drive strategic transformation and deliverable measurable value for our Insurance clients. Location(s): London (c.3 days in EY/ client offices) Role Overview You will combine deep business and technology consulting experience, with strong insurance knowledge, to support our clients strategise, solution and deliver insurance transformation. We are seeking individuals who have experience across the insurance lifecycle, understanding insurance drivers, how organisations are structured, their key capabilities and how technology and data enables this. We are looking for individuals who have excellent stakeholder management skills and can build client and internal relationships, who can work closely with our EY broader capabilities to bring the right insurance business and technology expertise together for our clients. Key Responsibilities Leadership: Lead high-performing, multidisciplinary teams for Insurance clients across business and technology workstreams, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement. Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to clients and balancing competing priorities Manage insurance client engagements through their lifecycle, ensuring management of engagement risk, revenue and profitability to meet/ exceed on financial commitments Mentor and develop junior consultants, supporting their growth and contributing to the insurance practice's capability building. Consulting Excellence: Apply core consulting skills to understand insurance client challenges and needs, problem solve issues, and translate these into actionable strategies and deliverables Utilise understanding and insight into the insurance value chain to design optimal technology solutions to meet the capability demands of insurers Manage activity and teams through significant ambiguity, whilst aligning disparate stakeholder groups to solve challenges and align on outcomes Manage end-to-end project lifecycles, driving delivery outcomes to enable insurance client goals, technology vision, and value expectations. Deliver large-scale transformations for Insurance clients, leveraging best practices and innovative approaches. Sales & Business Development: Be responsible for managing insurance client account(s) and stakeholders across a portfolio of technology opportunities and projects Identify and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging your insurance network and market insights to drive growth. Shape compelling insurance proposals and thought leadership, positioning the firm as a partner of choice for strategic transformation. Meet individual and team sales and revenue targets. Strategy: Develop and execute strategies for insurance clients which address complex business challenges, integrating technology, operations, and organizational change. Advise C-suite stakeholders on strategic priorities, balancing short-term objectives with long-term vision. Stay ahead of disruptive trends and industry shifts, ensuring clients are positioned for sustainable success. Profile Requirements Strong core consulting skills with experience as a Director in a consulting organisation Extensive and deep knowledge of insurance organisations and their value chains, business models, business processes, capabilities and technology solutions & vendors (across General Insurance, Commercial and Speciality, or Life and Pensions) Experience working with clients to create business and technology strategies, solutions and delivery roadmaps Experience leading business and technology enabled transformation projects within Insurance. Proven track record in project delivery, with the ability to deliver high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines. Strong client and relationship network within the Insurance Industry, and experience developing and owning relationships across the market Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, bringing teams together to achieve common goals in complex environments. Extensive experience managing teams and mentoring talent, contributing to practice growth and capability building. What We Look For Well-rounded insurance consultants with a strong toolkit and a deep appreciation for client relationships. Intellectual strength, curiosity, and flexibility to navigate ambiguous requirements and rapidly solve complex problems. Confident communicators who can lead conversations with C-level stakeholders, technology leaders, and business sponsors. Professionals with an agile mindset and a passion for delivering meaningful, tech-enabled change. Commitment to learning, knowledge sharing, and inspiring others. Individuals who are passionate about continuing to progress their careers in a consulting organisation What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY 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, coaching and feedback 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's right for you About EY As a global provider of assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now. EY Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

About the job You are required to be onsite 3 times per week in your local office which can be Edinburgh, Bristol or, London At EY, you will 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 are 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. The financial services industry is currently undergoing a period of unparalleled change. Since the financial crisis, banks and financial institutions have been subjected to more stringent regulations, increased supervision, and overall global economic instability. These changes have not come without a cost and has made these institutions re-evaluate the way they have been doing business traditionally. Moreover, the proliferation of technological advances including disruptive technologies and digital are compounding the pressures of maintaining competitiveness, being adaptable and increasing profit margins. It is an exciting time for our Financial Services Cyber and Resilience practice. We are looking for Cyber Architect Managers to join our ever-expanding team of professionals to help continue contributing to client engagements. The opportunity EY's Financial Services Cyber and Resilience practice is growing fast. For you, that means great opportunities to work on a range of projects covering the breadth of the Cyber and Resilience landscape including cyber threat management, cyber program management, strategy development, cyber transformation, identity and access management, maturity assessments, data protection, privacy, and operational Resilience. EY's EMEIA Cyber Practice is rapidly growing and the UK team is looking for a Cyber Architect (Manager) who can create, assess, advise and architect cyber and cloud security based services. This role will see you take a key position in developing EY's cyber security capabilities. You will also be expected to take a supporting role in building out EYs cyber security services, working with alliance partners and advise clients on the current market trends. You will join an expanding team of over 1,000 Cyber professionals across EMEIA and align to the UK team dedicated to providing Cyber advisory services to leading Financial Services organisations. We are part of a global cyber team of almost 8,000 professionals focused on developing and delivering cutting edge security transformation programmes, cyber threat management, identity and access management, security architecture, data protection and privacy, and resilience services. At EY, we have large scale plans to expand our already market leading Cyber Security practice and anticipate continued growth throughout the next five years. We need excellent people to join us and be part of our exciting growth strategy . Your Key Responsibilities UK Financial Services Cyber Security professionals draw upon their knowledge and experience to manage client engagement teams, act as an advisor to a variety of clients and contribute to business development activities on strategic and global priority accounts. Drawing on their industry knowledge and experience, professionals provide innovative commercial insights for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs and contribute to thought leadership. Professionals also actively improve operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives, in line with EY's commitment to quality. Your role will require you to manage teams or parts of teams on engagements of different sizes under the guidance of Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. Your team will look to you to anticipate and identify risks and raise any issues with them as appropriate. As an influential member of the team, you will help to create a positive learning culture and will coach and counsel junior team members to assist in their professional development. You will lead by example and act as a role model for our people in the way that you live our values. Client Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of Cybersecurity engagements with our clients, responsible for the day-to-day running of the engagements including meeting quality, time and budget targets Working with prospective clients to agree, scope and plan the delivery phase of engagements Contributing to developing the market for cybersecurity services across all sectors, identifying sales opportunities and working with senior practice leaders and market leaders in the creation of proposals and marketing material Leading and developing team members by sharing knowledge, acting as mentor and coach to them and leading by example Creating thought leadership and market materials for selling and promoting EY Cybersecurity offerings Assist in managing financial aspects of engagements by organising staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to engagement partners People Responsibilities Develop people through effectively supervising, coaching, and mentoring staff Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff Contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining, and training Cyber professionals Recognise the value of teamwork, facilitating and encouraging collaboration amongst team members and motivate teams to maximise performance Skills And Attributes For Success To qualify for the role you must have Experience in advising Financial Services organisations on what good cybersecurity looks like based on the cybersecurity threats and risks they face Broad cybersecurity experience with a combination of technology involvement, business knowledge and risk awareness (incl. on topics like cryptography, network design, application security, data protection, identity and access management, cloud security) Ability to analyse complex problems and to deliver insightful, practical and sustainable solutions and translate security and risk management terminology into business terms. Demonstrated ability to impact security architecture and engineering decisions for critical business services Adaptive communication skills to influence cross functionally and negotiate with business to balance risk with business opportunity, while ensuring ongoing compliance and regulatory needs Knowledge of current security best practices, common exploits, and threat landscape Understanding of the Financial Services Cyber Security threat landscape and the UK Financial Services regulatory landscape (e.g., PRA, FCA, BoE, ECB, MAS) Experience working with a range of security governance frameworks and standards e.g., ISO27001, NIST SP800-53, PCI-DSS Security and Cloud related qualifications e.g., CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, TOGAF, SABSA, and/or vendor architectural qualifications in AWS, Azure and/or GCP Experience in supporting winning proposals and RFP responses, and working in complex multinational engagements Ideally you'll also have: Professional services experience working as a client-facing consultant with market leading organisations in the delivery of their Cloud security solutions. Cybersecurity architecture design and implementation experience, including Cloud Security assessments qualifications related to threat, vulnerability and penetration testing What We Look For We look for candidates with experience in the industry, which can prove their knowledge of Cyber regulations and frameworks in the UK. We are looking for people with the motivation and ambition to lead teams and the communication skills required to interact with clients. 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 FlexEY 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: 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. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now. 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. UKFSConsulting2024 Tech Cyber2026

About the job You are required to be onsite 3 times per week in your local office which can be Edinburgh, Bristol or, London At EY, you will 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 are 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. The financial services industry is currently undergoing a period of unparalleled change. Since the financial crisis, banks and financial institutions have been subjected to more stringent regulations, increased supervision, and overall global economic instability. These changes have not come without a cost and has made these institutions re-evaluate the way they have been doing business traditionally. Moreover, the proliferation of technological advances including disruptive technologies and digital are compounding the pressures of maintaining competitiveness, being adaptable and increasing profit margins. It is an exciting time for our Financial Services Cyber and Resilience practice. We are looking for Cyber Architect Managers to join our ever-expanding team of professionals to help continue contributing to client engagements. The opportunity EY's Financial Services Cyber and Resilience practice is growing fast. For you, that means great opportunities to work on a range of projects covering the breadth of the Cyber and Resilience landscape including cyber threat management, cyber program management, strategy development, cyber transformation, identity and access management, maturity assessments, data protection, privacy, and operational Resilience. EY's EMEIA Cyber Practice is rapidly growing and the UK team is looking for a Cyber Architect (Manager) who can create, assess, advise and architect cyber and cloud security based services. This role will see you take a key position in developing EY's cyber security capabilities. You will also be expected to take a supporting role in building out EYs cyber security services, working with alliance partners and advise clients on the current market trends. You will join an expanding team of over 1,000 Cyber professionals across EMEIA and align to the UK team dedicated to providing Cyber advisory services to leading Financial Services organisations. We are part of a global cyber team of almost 8,000 professionals focused on developing and delivering cutting edge security transformation programmes, cyber threat management, identity and access management, security architecture, data protection and privacy, and resilience services. At EY, we have large scale plans to expand our already market leading Cyber Security practice and anticipate continued growth throughout the next five years. We need excellent people to join us and be part of our exciting growth strategy . Your Key Responsibilities UK Financial Services Cyber Security professionals draw upon their knowledge and experience to manage client engagement teams, act as an advisor to a variety of clients and contribute to business development activities on strategic and global priority accounts. Drawing on their industry knowledge and experience, professionals provide innovative commercial insights for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs and contribute to thought leadership. Professionals also actively improve operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives, in line with EY's commitment to quality. Your role will require you to manage teams or parts of teams on engagements of different sizes under the guidance of Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. Your team will look to you to anticipate and identify risks and raise any issues with them as appropriate. As an influential member of the team, you will help to create a positive learning culture and will coach and counsel junior team members to assist in their professional development. You will lead by example and act as a role model for our people in the way that you live our values. Client Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of Cybersecurity engagements with our clients, responsible for the day-to-day running of the engagements including meeting quality, time and budget targets Working with prospective clients to agree, scope and plan the delivery phase of engagements Contributing to developing the market for cybersecurity services across all sectors, identifying sales opportunities and working with senior practice leaders and market leaders in the creation of proposals and marketing material Leading and developing team members by sharing knowledge, acting as mentor and coach to them and leading by example Creating thought leadership and market materials for selling and promoting EY Cybersecurity offerings Assist in managing financial aspects of engagements by organising staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to engagement partners People Responsibilities Develop people through effectively supervising, coaching, and mentoring staff Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff Contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining, and training Cyber professionals Recognise the value of teamwork, facilitating and encouraging collaboration amongst team members and motivate teams to maximise performance Skills And Attributes For Success To qualify for the role you must have Experience in advising Financial Services organisations on what good cybersecurity looks like based on the cybersecurity threats and risks they face Broad cybersecurity experience with a combination of technology involvement, business knowledge and risk awareness (incl. on topics like cryptography, network design, application security, data protection, identity and access management, cloud security) Ability to analyse complex problems and to deliver insightful, practical and sustainable solutions and translate security and risk management terminology into business terms. Demonstrated ability to impact security architecture and engineering decisions for critical business services Adaptive communication skills to influence cross functionally and negotiate with business to balance risk with business opportunity, while ensuring ongoing compliance and regulatory needs Knowledge of current security best practices, common exploits, and threat landscape Understanding of the Financial Services Cyber Security threat landscape and the UK Financial Services regulatory landscape (e.g., PRA, FCA, BoE, ECB, MAS) Experience working with a range of security governance frameworks and standards e.g., ISO27001, NIST SP800-53, PCI-DSS Security and Cloud related qualifications e.g., CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, TOGAF, SABSA, and/or vendor architectural qualifications in AWS, Azure and/or GCP Experience in supporting winning proposals and RFP responses, and working in complex multinational engagements Ideally you'll also have: Professional services experience working as a client-facing consultant with market leading organisations in the delivery of their Cloud security solutions. Cybersecurity architecture design and implementation experience, including Cloud Security assessments qualifications related to threat, vulnerability and penetration testing What We Look For We look for candidates with experience in the industry, which can prove their knowledge of Cyber regulations and frameworks in the UK. We are looking for people with the motivation and ambition to lead teams and the communication skills required to interact with clients. 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 FlexEY 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: 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. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now. 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. UKFSConsulting2024 Tech Cyber2026

About the job You are required to be onsite 3 times per week in your local office which can be Edinburgh, Bristol or, London At EY, you will 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 are 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. The financial services industry is currently undergoing a period of unparalleled change. Since the financial crisis, banks and financial institutions have been subjected to more stringent regulations, increased supervision, and overall global economic instability. These changes have not come without a cost and has made these institutions re-evaluate the way they have been doing business traditionally. Moreover, the proliferation of technological advances including disruptive technologies and digital are compounding the pressures of maintaining competitiveness, being adaptable and increasing profit margins. It is an exciting time for our Financial Services Cyber and Resilience practice. We are looking for Cyber Architect Managers to join our ever-expanding team of professionals to help continue contributing to client engagements. The opportunity EY's Financial Services Cyber and Resilience practice is growing fast. For you, that means great opportunities to work on a range of projects covering the breadth of the Cyber and Resilience landscape including cyber threat management, cyber program management, strategy development, cyber transformation, identity and access management, maturity assessments, data protection, privacy, and operational Resilience. EY's EMEIA Cyber Practice is rapidly growing and the UK team is looking for a Cyber Architect (Manager) who can create, assess, advise and architect cyber and cloud security based services. This role will see you take a key position in developing EY's cyber security capabilities. You will also be expected to take a supporting role in building out EYs cyber security services, working with alliance partners and advise clients on the current market trends. You will join an expanding team of over 1,000 Cyber professionals across EMEIA and align to the UK team dedicated to providing Cyber advisory services to leading Financial Services organisations. We are part of a global cyber team of almost 8,000 professionals focused on developing and delivering cutting edge security transformation programmes, cyber threat management, identity and access management, security architecture, data protection and privacy, and resilience services. At EY, we have large scale plans to expand our already market leading Cyber Security practice and anticipate continued growth throughout the next five years. We need excellent people to join us and be part of our exciting growth strategy . Your Key Responsibilities UK Financial Services Cyber Security professionals draw upon their knowledge and experience to manage client engagement teams, act as an advisor to a variety of clients and contribute to business development activities on strategic and global priority accounts. Drawing on their industry knowledge and experience, professionals provide innovative commercial insights for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs and contribute to thought leadership. Professionals also actively improve operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives, in line with EY's commitment to quality. Your role will require you to manage teams or parts of teams on engagements of different sizes under the guidance of Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. Your team will look to you to anticipate and identify risks and raise any issues with them as appropriate. As an influential member of the team, you will help to create a positive learning culture and will coach and counsel junior team members to assist in their professional development. You will lead by example and act as a role model for our people in the way that you live our values. Client Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of Cybersecurity engagements with our clients, responsible for the day-to-day running of the engagements including meeting quality, time and budget targets Working with prospective clients to agree, scope and plan the delivery phase of engagements Contributing to developing the market for cybersecurity services across all sectors, identifying sales opportunities and working with senior practice leaders and market leaders in the creation of proposals and marketing material Leading and developing team members by sharing knowledge, acting as mentor and coach to them and leading by example Creating thought leadership and market materials for selling and promoting EY Cybersecurity offerings Assist in managing financial aspects of engagements by organising staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to engagement partners People Responsibilities Develop people through effectively supervising, coaching, and mentoring staff Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff Contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining, and training Cyber professionals Recognise the value of teamwork, facilitating and encouraging collaboration amongst team members and motivate teams to maximise performance Skills And Attributes For Success To qualify for the role you must have Experience in advising Financial Services organisations on what good cybersecurity looks like based on the cybersecurity threats and risks they face Broad cybersecurity experience with a combination of technology involvement, business knowledge and risk awareness (incl. on topics like cryptography, network design, application security, data protection, identity and access management, cloud security) Ability to analyse complex problems and to deliver insightful, practical and sustainable solutions and translate security and risk management terminology into business terms. Demonstrated ability to impact security architecture and engineering decisions for critical business services Adaptive communication skills to influence cross functionally and negotiate with business to balance risk with business opportunity, while ensuring ongoing compliance and regulatory needs Knowledge of current security best practices, common exploits, and threat landscape Understanding of the Financial Services Cyber Security threat landscape and the UK Financial Services regulatory landscape (e.g., PRA, FCA, BoE, ECB, MAS) Experience working with a range of security governance frameworks and standards e.g., ISO27001, NIST SP800-53, PCI-DSS Security and Cloud related qualifications e.g., CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, TOGAF, SABSA, and/or vendor architectural qualifications in AWS, Azure and/or GCP Experience in supporting winning proposals and RFP responses, and working in complex multinational engagements Ideally you'll also have: Professional services experience working as a client-facing consultant with market leading organisations in the delivery of their Cloud security solutions. Cybersecurity architecture design and implementation experience, including Cloud Security assessments qualifications related to threat, vulnerability and penetration testing What We Look For We look for candidates with experience in the industry, which can prove their knowledge of Cyber regulations and frameworks in the UK. We are looking for people with the motivation and ambition to lead teams and the communication skills required to interact with clients. 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 FlexEY 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: 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. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. Apply now. 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. UKFSConsulting2024 Tech Cyber2026

Corporate Finance Director Location: North West / Hybrid Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 + benefits Level: Director About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate Finance Director to join a growing and ambitious advisory business with a strong focus on M&A and corporate finance. This is more than a traditional transaction execution role. Alongside leading and delivering M&A assignments, you will play a key role in developing new business, building relationships with business owners and professional advisers, and converting opportunities into successful client mandates and completed transactions. Working closely with the Partners, you will take ownership of client relationships and play an important role in developing the firm's corporate finance offering and future growth. For the right individual, this represents an excellent opportunity to take on significant leadership responsibility and progress towards a senior management or equity position as the business continues to grow. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage M&A and corporate finance transactions from origination through to completion. Act as a senior day-to-day contact for clients throughout the transaction lifecycle. Manage transaction timetables and coordinate professional advisers to ensure projects remain on track. Prepare and review information memoranda, financial models, valuations, business plans and management presentations. Undertake financial analysis and advise clients on strategic and commercial options. Support negotiations with buyers, investors, funders and their advisers. Manage project budgets, risks, deliverables and client expectations. Develop new business opportunities and convert prospects into fee-paying mandates. Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners, management teams, professional advisers and referral sources. Contribute to the development of the corporate finance pipeline and wider market presence. Coach and mentor junior team members, supporting their technical and professional development. Take an active role in the strategic development and future growth of the business. About You We are looking for an experienced Corporate Finance professional, ideally operating at Director level , with a strong track record of delivering successful transactions and the commercial drive to contribute to the continued growth of the business. You will be confident working with senior clients and professional advisers and will combine strong technical corporate finance expertise with excellent relationship-building and business development skills. You will ideally have: ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification. Strong experience within Corporate Finance, M&A, Transaction Services or a related advisory environment. Proven experience managing and delivering corporate finance transactions. Strong financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills. Excellent understanding of financial statements and key business value drivers. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience managing, coaching and developing junior team members. A proactive and entrepreneurial approach to business development. Experience working with owner-managed businesses, private equity investors or entrepreneurial clients would be advantageous. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Corporate Finance professional who wants more than simply delivering transactions. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a significant role in business development, client relationship management and the future strategic direction of the firm , with genuine scope for progression and increased leadership responsibility.

Director - Business Advisory Services Location: UK-wide or Scottish Central Belt Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 Level: Director Qualification: CA / ACCA or equivalent We are recruiting for an experienced and commercially minded accounting professional to join a growing Business Advisory practice at Director level. This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with commercial insight, client relationship management and people leadership. The role goes beyond traditional compliance. You will work closely with business owners and senior leaders, helping them understand their financial and operational performance, identify opportunities and risks, and make better-informed commercial decisions. You will also play a key role in the continued development of the Business Advisory offering, helping to shape a more insight-led, technology and data-enabled service. What will you be doing? • Managing and developing a portfolio of business advisory and accounting clients • Acting as a trusted advisor to business owners and senior leaders • Providing proactive commercial and strategic advice around risks, opportunities and emerging issues • Translating financial and operational information into meaningful insight and practical actions • Supporting commercial decision-making, scenario planning, growth and investment decisions • Taking ownership of the quality, efficiency and profitability of client engagements • Leading, coaching and developing team members • Driving operational performance and maintaining consistently high standards • Working collaboratively with Tax, Corporate Finance and other specialist teams • Identifying opportunities to broaden and deepen client relationships • Contributing to business development, networking and new market opportunities • Supporting the continued development of a technology and data-enabled advisory service About you We are particularly interested in speaking with established Directors or experienced Senior Managers from an accountancy practice or professional services background. You will ideally have: • Considerable experience managing a portfolio of business advisory or accounting clients • Strong technical accounting and business advisory knowledge • CA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification • Strong commercial awareness and credibility with business owners • Experience building trusted, long-term client relationships • Leadership experience, including coaching and developing teams • The ability to turn financial information into practical commercial advice • An interest in how technology and data can improve client service • A proactive approach to business development and practice growth • Excellent communication and senior stakeholder management skills The opportunity This is an opportunity to take a significant leadership role within an ambitious and evolving Business Advisory practice. You will have the scope to influence how the service develops, strengthen client relationships, develop people and contribute to the continued growth of the practice. The position can be based anywhere in the UK, with candidates across the Scottish Central Belt also particularly welcomed. If you are currently operating at Director level, or you are a strong Senior Manager ready for your next step, we would be very interested in hearing from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion and further information. Recruitment agencies: This search is being managed exclusively on a retained basis by Wilkins Talent Solutions . The client is not accepting approaches from other recruitment agencies in relation to this appointment. Any CVs submitted speculatively to the client will be forwarded to Wilkins Talent Solutions and managed through the agreed recruitment process.

Security Controller - Part Time 16 Hours Chemring Countermeasures is a world leading and innovative company, designing and developing countermeasure solutions to armed forces throughout the world. We are part of the Chemring Group of companies and have a solid global infrastructure, which also helps us to thrive. Overview of the role The Security Controller is accountable for ensuring Chemring Countermeasures complies with all UK Government protective security requirements, including List X obligations, and maintains robust personnel, physical, and information security arrangements. The role is critical in safeguarding classified information, managing insider threat risk, and embedding a strong security culture across the organisation. Responsibilities • Liaise with key stakeholders to develop and enforce security strategies and policies which protect plant, process, people and sensitive information. • Oversee security vetting. Consult People Director on any concerns. Assist HSE with license requirements relating to the handling and storage of explosive materials (Acquire and Keep license, Drugs and hazardous goods). • Complete security risk and impact assessments by job role and department • Advise management, employees and contractors on the measures to be taken to protect Government classified information • Ensure Security Aspect Letters (SAL) are circulated to those responsible for the security of specific contracts/products for onward dissemination to ensure all aspects of the SAL are adhered to. • Coordinate Defence Security and Assurance Services Audits. • Ensure breaches of security are recorded and/or reported to the relevant authorities such as the Defence Industry WARP Directive, Alert and Advisory Centre. • Train and educate the workforce on security protocols and raise awareness of security risks • Monitoring the effectiveness of security measures to ensure current Government Standards are met • Inform and consult other functional areas on Government and commercial security requirements and policy to assure security risks and threats are adequately managed - this includes cyber, digital, physical threat and commercial. • Oversee all incoming and outgoing site visits and ensure appropriate documentation are in place, including RFVs through the UK IVCO. • Input into business continuity plans and assist with the management of security emergencies efficiently. • Regularly evaluate security measures and update protocols as necessary. • Ensure adherence to all relevant local, national, and international security regulations. • Maintain detailed records of security incidents and system irregularities. Essential Qualifications, Skills and/or Experience • Proven experience in security management and vetting, preferably in a high-security environment such as a munitions factory. • Familiarity with the UK Government standards and security frameworks which govern the protection of classified information within cleared facilities - this includes List X, IPSA • Strong understanding of security protocols, surveillance systems, and crisis management. • Experience managing security incidents and investigations • Excellent communication and coordination skills. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. • Relevant certifications in Security Management or similar fields • A high level of discretion and integrity Desirable Qualifications, Skills and/or Experience • Experience as a Security Controller • DISA qualification or equivalent • of the National Security Act 2022. • Knowledge of the safety regulations for ordnance, munitions, and explosives as outlined by the Defence Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (OME) Safety Regulator (DOSR) Please note: We do not engage with recruitment agencies. We kindly ask that you refrain from sending speculative inquiries or CVs. Should we wish to collaborate with agencies, we will initiate contact accordingly.