Senior 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 StatesSenior💰 $250,000 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategy execution, project management, and client relationship building, with a strong focus on operational improvement and financial analysis. Proficient in leading teams and delivering high-quality insights to senior stakeholders in a fast-paced consulting environment.

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Project ManagementFinancial AnalysisClient Relationship ManagementOperational ImprovementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Excel-Based ModelingOperational DiagnosticsStrategic FrameworksData-Backed RecommendationsComplex Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Outstanding Communication SkillsMentoringBuilding Trust

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Copilot

Certifications & Qualifications

MBA from a Top-Rated School

Industry Keywords

Management ConsultingInvestment BankingCorporate StrategyTelecommunications SectorPrivate Equity

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 Consultants, Senior Associates, and directors
Guide problem-solving efforts and ensure high-quality outputs
Manage structured analysis to identify root causes, quantify opportunities, and develop data-backed recommendations
Address go-to-market, pricing, customer success, product, and operations issues
Build trust with senior stakeholders and communicate complex insights clearly
Identify additional client needs and business development opportunities
Translate strategy into implementation roadmaps and partner with clients to realize value
Support hands-on interim leadership or PMO roles
Develop proposals, client pitches, and relationships with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies
Contribute to practice direction through knowledge-base development, capability building, market presence, IP development, recruiting, and team-building initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related field and 8 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 7 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
Demonstrated telecommunications sector experience across multiple subsectors
Deep understanding of financial statements and operational performance metrics
Deep familiarity with Excel-based modeling, operational diagnostics, and strategic frameworks
Proven success building relationships with senior client stakeholders
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations
In-person teaming at a client site or EY office at least 60% of the time or approximately 3 days per week
Reside in or be within commutable distance of the office location
Ability and willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours when necessary
MBA from a top-rated school preferred
Direct experience with private equity sponsors and/or PE-backed portfolio companies preferred
Familiarity with go-to-market strategy and operational improvement preferred
Knowledge of firm-approved AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot, preferred

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