Assistant Market Adviser

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the scale, support and technology to help you become the best version of you. We’re looking for a Nordic Reward Leader to join our Nordic Talent Team, a role that combines strategic influence with hands-on execution across a complex, multi-country environment. The opportunity As our new Nordic Reward Leader, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering our reward agenda across the Nordics. You will work closely with senior stakeholders in the Talent Team to ensure our reward frameworks support business performance, enable talent attraction and retention, and align with our purpose-driven culture. This role offers a unique blend of strategy and operations from driving reward strategy initiatives to ensuring smooth annual cycles and compliance across countries. Your key responsibilities Lead and evolve Nordic reward programs, mainly compensation structures. Act as a trusted advisor to the Nordic Talent Team on reward-related matters in a complex organizational setting. Drive annual reward processes (e.g., salary reviews, bonus cycles) ensuring accuracy, fairness, and transparency. Analyze market trends and internal data to provide actionable insights and recommend improvements. Collaborate across HR Directors, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Finance and Global and Regional Reward teams. Ensure compliance with local regulations and global policies across all Nordic countries. Contribute to strategic projects such as harmonization, digitalization, and future-ready reward practices. Supporting the Talent function in Sweden with hands on tasks regarding Compensation and Benefits Skills and attributes for success We’re interested in people who bring both analytical strength and human insight, and who thrive in dynamic, matrixed environments. Deep experience in reward, compensation & benefits, or total rewards ideally from a large, complex organization. Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence. Solid understanding of reward practices across multiple markets. Nordic experience is a plus. A structured, detail-oriented mindset combined with a strategic outlook. Confidence working with data, insights and tools to inform decisions. A collaborative and inclusive approach to working across teams and borders. Fluent in Swedish and English, both written and spoken. What we offer you A truly Nordic role with exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-border collaboration. Opportunities to shape the future of reward in a leading professional services organization. A culture that values inclusion, flexibility and authenticity, where you can bring your whole self to work. Continuous learning and development in a global environment. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. Please submit your application no later than 15th of August 2026. We will start the communication and interviewing process after the application deadline due to summer vacations. If you have questions about the role, please contact Nordic Performance and Rewards Team Leader Roger Sjöstrom at roger.sjostrom@se.ey.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Simon Aspler at simon.aspler@se.ey.com. Please note that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. At EY, we celebrate diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you have any questions, require assistance, or need adjustments to the recruitment process due to a disability, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at recruitmentsweden@se.ey.com. We are here to support you. 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.

The opportunity At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity and governments every step of the way. EY-Parthenon is looking for an Engagement Manager with significant experience from operational related M&A projects, specifically within carve-outs. The role is part of our Nordic practice and can be based in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Oslo, Copenhagen, or Helsinki, working closely with colleagues and clients across the region. Your key responsibilities As an Engagement Manager in EY-Parthenon’s dedicated carve-out practice, you will play a pivotal role in helping clients navigate complex carve-out transactions and separation programs. Working across the full deal lifecycle, from pre-sign strategy and diligence through post-sign execution, you will support both buy-side and sell-side engagements. In this role, you will help organizations make critical decisions that shape business performance, operational readiness, and long-term value creation. You will work closely with leading corporates and investors on high-profile, complex transactions, while also contributing to the continued growth and evolution of our market-leading carve-out practice, capabilities, and team. Some of the key responsibilities include; Leading buy- and sell-side carve-out engagements from pursuit and scoping through delivery and client management Driving carve-out analyses, standalone operating model design, cost assessments, separation planning, and TSA scoping Establishing and leading Separation Management Offices for Day 1 and IPO readiness programs Supporting the development and expansion of our carve-out offering Mentoring junior team members and fostering an inclusive, high-performance team culture Skills and attributes for success Proven experience leading carve-out and separation programs across the deal lifecycle, gained within strategy consulting, transaction advisory, corporate development, M&A, or a related environment. Strong understanding of operational M&A and value creation, with the ability to translate complex transaction challenges into actionable solutions. Master’s degree in business and economics, Engineering or equivalent Great communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and preferably Swedish or another Nordic language Ability to structure and solve complex problems and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders Ideally, you’ll also Have experience from post-signing related activities, including sign-to-close planning, cutover planning, and PMO / Deal team support throughout the transaction life cycle Experience from other technical separation related topics, including vendor and/or customer contract separation, legal entity structuring and optimization Have experience leading value creation related projects, both identification and quantification as well as execution Being a team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels in EY and with clients, both in the Nordics and internationally What We Look For An agile, business and growth-oriented mindset. We’re looking for innovative individuals who can work in an agile way and adapt to a changing business environment Curiosity and a purpose-driven approach. We seek people who see opportunities instead of challenges and ask better questions to build a better working world Inclusivity. We value individuals who embrace diverse perspectives and work inclusively to build safety and trust What we offer you You will join a collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment where you will receive significant responsibility early on and you could develop rapidly as a professional. By joining our team, we offer: Opportunity to work on complex and high-impact engagements with leading Nordic and international clients in high-stakes transactions environments High-performing, inclusive, collaborative, fun, and entrepreneurial team culture Modern offices in central locations in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Oslo, Copenhagen, or Helsinki, and flexible ways of working as part of our Nordic Hybrid Model. Learn more about careers at EY-Parthenon. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. The application deadline is August 15th, 2026. We will review your application before the summer vacations and start the interviewing process during August. For inquiries about the position, contact Viktor Köpman at viktor.kopman@parthenon.ey.com, and for recruitment process questions, reach out to Simon Aspler at simon.aspler@se.ey.com. Note that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. At EY, we celebrate diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you have any questions, require assistance, or need adjustments to the recruitment process due to a disability, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at recruitmentsweden@se.ey.com. We are here to support you. 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.