EY-Parthenon - Financial Diligence Graduate Programme – September 2026 intake

EY-Parthenon - Financial Diligence Graduate Programme – September 2026 intake

Providing insights to key decision makers on the opportunities and risks of market leading transactions, whilst achieving a professional qualification.

Programme overview

When corporations or private equity clients prepare to do big deals, they need to know there won’t be any surprises. Whether a company is selling a part of or all its business or acquiring a new business, our team specialises in financial due diligence – assessing risks and opportunities – and reporting on these to our clients, their banks, investors and others. In UK & Ireland, we work across a wide range of sectors, including Retail, Energy & Infrastructure, Technology Media and Telecom, Life Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing & Mobility. In Financial Services, you’ll get the opportunity to specialise with our Financial Services clients, including FinTech.

Using technology and analytics is fundamental to what we do. We have innovative Analytics capabilities; we use Alteryx and PowerBI to analyse large datasets to obtain data insights for our clients, adding value to the deals we work on.

What you will be doing

• Working within the UK & Ireland (UK&I) or Financial Services (FS) teams to analyse financial information, identify key trends and develop an in-depth understanding of the mechanics of each business across a range of clients which could be local or international, corporate or private equity.
• Developing your analytical skills, and providing diligence on the performance of companies to understand how they operate.
• Being part of market-leading transactions, whilst receiving both on-the-job training and formal training as well as studying for the ICAS Chartered Accountancy qualification.
• Collaborating with project teams, to produce reports summarising the key findings of our financial due diligence.
• In FS, you’ll also spend time in Assurance, gaining valuable accounting experience.

What’s in it for you:

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programmes.
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society.

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programmes, you’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

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

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

Eligibility for VISA sponsorship has changed for applicants based on the Skilled Worker salary threshold, with some locations needing specific right to work requirements. You can find more information about each location and graduate role requirements on our website.

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.

How to apply

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