Ernst & Young

The opportunity

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.

Our Infrastructure and Government Advisory (IGA) team is looking to hire a consultant with at least four years of professional experience in advising government and private sector clients on major infrastructure transactions, involving strategy, financial modelling and analysis (project financing and/or corporate finance).

Background to the IGA team

The candidate will be joining the IGA team in supporting clients from initial analysis and project evaluation through to procurement, financial close, construction and operations under three workstreams of services:

1. Project, Program and Portfolio Management
2. Strategy and Policy
3. Transactions, Economics and Finance (TEF)

We are seeking a candidate to join our IGA team primarily within the TEF workstream to assist our clients in devising Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) strategies, economic cost-benefit-analysis, and financial analysis including developing dynamic financial models to project capital and operational expenditure and assessing funding and financing options.

Our diverse client portfolio will enhance your skills in financial analysis, relationship management, challenging assumptions and formulating actionable strategies. We deliver services across several key industry sectors such as transport, power and utilities, arts & culture, health care and social services. Our project and client coverage spans beyond Hong Kong to Mainland China and Southeast Asia region.

In our collaborative environment, you will receive the support and training needed to progress quickly along your chosen career path.

This role is based in Hong Kong and the successful candidate may be required to travel depending on client need.

Your key responsibilities

You will help deliver services across the lifecycle of public and private infrastructure, including:

• Developing business case to assess value for money of major infrastructure projects
• Building financial models to analyse project financing options
• Building economic CBA models and reports and business cases
• Developing PPP strategy and tender documentation for public and private sector side
• Creating detailed proposals and other business development materials
• Managing client engagement tasks, including billing, WIP and other administration
• Mentoring, coaching and support to junior team members

Requirements: Skills and attributes for success

We are seeking candidates with a minimum of four years of professional experience in the following areas:

• Experience in advising government and/or private sector clients on major infrastructure PPPs and transactions, involving strategy, commercial and/or financial analysis.
• Knowledge and/or relationships in one or more of the following sectors: government, transportation, social infrastructure, power & utilities, sports, arts & culture.
• Consulting and advisory experience (e.g., professional services firms, specialist boutique firms and engineering or technical consulting firms).
• Experience drafting reports, financial modelling and preparing presentations for delivery to clients.
• Business proficiency in English and Chinese is preferred.

We are seeking candidates with the following knowledge/ skills:

• Advanced financial modelling skills
• Strong commercial acumen and general commercial skills with government and/or private sector experience
• Expertise in developing business cases, procurement methodology and strategy for major infrastructure projects
• Understanding of economic evaluation methods including cost benefit and economic impact analysis
• Excellent report writing, communication and presentational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and client management skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Agility to adapt to different management styles and project delivery styles based on client need
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in teams
• Enthusiastic work ethic with a willingness to learn and engage in new areas
• Sector expertise considered desirable e.g., government, transport, social infrastructure

What working at EY offers

• Opportunity for travel and international exposure
• Collaborate with leading firms in law, banking, finance, real estate development and construction
• Support for achieving professional qualifications
• Flexibility to manage your role in a way that’s right for you
• Personalised career development opportunities, including coaching and formal learning
• Access to a network of industry leaders that can open new doors
• Work with a diverse team with diverse backgrounds, knowledge and skillsets

About EY

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.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join EY and shape the future with confidence.

Apply now.