Director – Strategy and Execution, Telecommunications PE Value Creation

. Own end-to-end delivery of strategy and execution projects, including scoping, planning, and driving results .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $220,000 - $235,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategy execution, project management, and operational improvement, with a strong ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders and communicate complex insights effectively. Proficient in financial analysis, Excel-based modeling, and leading teams in a fast-paced consulting environment.

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Project ManagementFinancial AnalysisManagement ConsultingClient Relationship ManagementOperational Improvement

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Hard Skills

Excel-Based ModelingOperational DiagnosticsStrategic FrameworksData-Backed RecommendationsRoot Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

Outstanding Communication SkillsMentoringTeam BuildingTrust Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Copilot

Certifications & Qualifications

MBA

Industry Keywords

Telecommunications SectorPrivate EquityGo-To-Market Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end delivery of strategy and execution projects, including scoping, planning, and driving results
Supervise and mentor junior consultants and ensure high-quality output
Lead structured analysis to identify root causes, quantify opportunities, and develop data-backed recommendations across go-to-market, pricing, customer success, product, and operations
Build trust with senior stakeholders and communicate complex insights clearly
Translate strategy into implementation roadmaps and partner with clients to realize value
Support hands-on interim leadership or PMO roles
Contribute to proposal development, client pitches, and relationship building with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies
Help scale the team’s knowledge base, capabilities, and market presence through IP development, recruiting, and team-building initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related field and 5 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 3 years of related work experience
Experience in management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, or operating roles with significant exposure to growth, go-to-market, or operational improvement
Experience leading complex workstreams or full projects in a fast-paced client service environment
Deep understanding of financial statements and operational performance metrics
Deep familiarity with Excel-based modeling, operational diagnostics, and strategic frameworks
Proven success in building relationships with senior client stakeholders
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations
Demonstrated telecommunications sector experience across multiple subsectors
Reside in or be within commutable distance to the office location
Ability and willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours when necessary
MBA from a top-rated school (ideally)
Direct experience with private equity sponsors and/or PE-backed portfolio companies (ideally)
Familiarity with go-to-market strategy and operational improvement (ideally)
Knowledge of firm-approved AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot (ideally)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental coverage
Pension and 401(k) plans
Flexible vacation policy
EY Paid Holidays
Winter/Summer breaks
Personal/Family Care leave
Other leaves of absence
Professional growth opportunities
Inclusive culture