Strategy and M&A Junior Consultant (part-time student position) - EY-Parthenon | Copenhagen

What if we didn’t focus on who you are today, but who you could become?

Join our market-leading strategy and M&A consulting practice as part of EY-Parthenon’s Strategy & Execution team in Copenhagen, as a part-time Junior Consultant, starting from late 2026 or early 2027.

EY-Parthenon is a global consulting firm comprised of more than 25,000 professionals that advise leading corporate and private equity clients on a broad range of topics, including corporate strategy, commercial & operational diligence, transaction execution, post-deal value realization, financial diligence, corporate finance, valuations and others. We are looking for curious minds who want to accelerate their career by joining the Strategy & Execution team in the Copenhagen office.

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits

In the Strategy & Execution team, we work with leading clients to help them grow, reshape their portfolios, and reinvent themselves to deliver value for the future. We work across diverse areas, covering corporate strategy, commercial & operational due diligence and transaction execution. You will work across areas and get the opportunity to specialize as you progress:

Corporate strategy: Develop growth and portfolio strategies by helping firms identify attractive markets, unlock new opportunities, and make high-impact strategic decisions.

Commercial and operational due diligence: Advise leading clients on high-profile transactions by assessing commercial value drivers (market, customer and competitor), operational performance and technology risks, while identifying growth and cost optimization opportunities.

Transaction execution: Advise clients throughout the M&A lifecycle, helping define transaction strategies, set priorities, execute post-merger integrations, carve-outs and realization of strategic and operational potential.

To learn more, please visit our career page.

What we look for

• You have an entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset, proactively identifying opportunities and translating ideas into solutions

• You are curious and passionate about solving complex problems

• You are enthusiastic and collaborative, with a desire to learn from those around you

• You can work ~20 hours per week alongside your studies – we offer the opportunity to adapt to your exam periods as well as potential to work full-time on projects for selected periods

• You are able to start working from late 2026 or early 2027

• Qualifications:

• • You are currently on your last year of studying your bachelor degree or your first year of studying your master’s degree at the top of your class in economics, finance, IT, business administration, engineering or a related field

• • You have proficiency in English and preferably another European language

• • Ideally, you can demonstrate a track record of relevant professional and/or extracurricular activities, e.g., student job, volunteering, internship, semester abroad, etc.

What’s in it for you

Joining EY-Parthenon Strategy & Execution means becoming part of a collaborative team working on Corporate Strategy, Commercial and Operational Due Diligences, and Transaction Execution for leading clients in Denmark, Nordics, and Europe. You will gain practical experience in strategy consulting while developing highly valued skills to kickstart your career and strengthen your business toolbox alongside your studies. We offer:

• Opportunity to work with highly skilled Strategy and M&A professionals on some of the most interesting Nordic transactions and strategy projects in the market

• Structured learning and mentorship for professional and personal growth

• Exposure to international projects, providing a global perspective on deals

• Opportunities to take responsibility early, supported by experienced colleagues

• A professional yet informal work environment, where high standards coexist with teamwork and a positive atmosphere

• A flexible working schedule, so you can develop professionally while prioritizing your studies

What you can expect

If this opportunity sounds like a fit for you, we would love to hear from you.

Application deadline: November 25th, 2026

The steps in our recruitment process are as follows:

1. Application: Upload your Cover letter, CV, and latest grade transcript.

1. Assessment: After we receive your application, you’ll receive an assessment link within a few days. It takes about 20 minutes to finish

1. Interview: Selected candidates will be invited to two rounds of interviews. The interviews will take place in mid-November and December 2026

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

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