Working Location: Athens (hybrid)

 

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too.

 

Join our continuously growing team, which employs over 2.500 professionals in Greece, and is listed in Greece's Top Employers, Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces for Women for 2024! Experience great flexibility, under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, and Thessaloniki, while benefiting from personalized learning and career development opportunities. We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone's unique perspectives are valued, that supports you in building an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

 

 

The opportunity

The Greek EY Strategy & Transactions Advisory Services (SaT) practice is the leader in Greece and South-Eastern Europe in professional financial advisory services market. Leveraging an extensive global network, our SaT team provides sector-focused advice in developing business plans, undertaking valuation engagements as well as in participating in M&A and fundraising assignments from funding sources such as venture capital / private equity funds, family offices, strategic investors, commercial banks, International Financial Institutions such as EIB or EBRD and the Recovery & Resilience Fund.

 

We have ambitious plans, and we are seeking for highly performing professionals, with an experience in valuations and a high interest and specialization in Real Estate and Hospitality sector, to join our Athens office.

 

Working in a multi-national environment, the team works on a range of transactions, from local to cross border multinational disposals or acquisitions. Working in this creative environment, you will be given the opportunity to work and take responsibilities on challenging projects, gaining exposure to various sectors, both within Greece and the CESA region.

 

 

Your key responsibilities

Participation in advisory engagements involving financial and economic analysis of real estate projects, properties and companies, including market, valuation, financial, operational and investment analyses feasibility studies acquisition/development due diligence; vendor due diligence strategy design,  market research Provide audit support with the review of real estate & hospitality related valuation work Participation in business development activities (proposals, client presentations, professional events, thought leadership) Interfacing directly with clients Demonstrating strong team participation skills, particularly in teams with diverse skills and backgrounds Demonstrating a high level of professionalism and consistency in client work, business development and practice development Demonstrating strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas

 

 

What we look for

Required

Excellent academic background, including a bachelor’s degree from a top tier university in Accounting / Finance / Auditing / Economics / Civil Engineering, or any other related field a with a strong quantitative focus 1 – 3 years of relevant working experience, ideally within a major Real Estate firm, in a Corporate Finance department, a Big4 professional services firm, or similar Excellent written and verbal skills in Greek and English Excellent knowledge in MS Office packages, in particular MS Excel and PowerPoint Knowledge in Financial Modeling Strong numerical / analytical ability, with corporate finance and financial accounting knowledge Good understanding of the local real estate industry and ability to recognize key performance drivers and emerging business / industry trends Excellent team participation, communication, attention to detail, critical thinking and organizational skills Strong work initiative, willingness to learn and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas, while working in a multicultural corporate environment Professionalism and consistency in approach to client work, internal business, and practice development

 

 

Desirable

An MSc degree in Finance, Business Administration (MBA), Real Estate and/or any other related field with strong quantitative focus Experience in a Big4 professional services firm, or another multinational firm An active RICS, CFA certification (or in a final stage of completion)

 

 

What we offer

Competitive remuneration package: You’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Depending on your experience, our comprehensive rewards package includes benefits that suit your needs including cutting-edge technological equipment, ticket restaurant vouchers, a private health insurance scheme, life insurance, income protection and an exclusive EY benefits club that provides a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.  Flexible working arrangements: We operate under a hybrid working model, which is defined based on both your own preferences and team’s needs, and we enjoy our summers with short Fridays. Personalized learning experience and career development: We provide free and unlimited access to educational platforms and EY Badges, support certifications, and provide coaching and feedback, as a part of our Leadership & Development process, all of which can lead to a meaningful impact and success as defined by you. Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. International Experience: Become part of international projects and work along multicultural teams, through our global network. Above all, you will be working in one of the most recognized employers in Greece, as we have been awarded the Top Employers, Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces for Women awards for 2024.

 

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

 

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