Description

About the Role

EY recognises the role that the Mining & Metals industries with an emphasis on Critical Materials will play in driving the transition to more sustainable ways of doing business. Critical Metals are growing rapidly in use, are less well studied than larger bulk commodities, and are becoming of higher strategic relevance.

In being strategic about its Strategy Practice, EY views the Critical Minerals evolution as an opportunity to build on recent client activity and establish a leading strategic advisory position in this space. Corporate and Operational Strategy is EY’s executive strategy practice. The EY-Parthenon brand is the home of our fast‑growing global strategy capability. We advise corporate and private‑equity clients on strategic and commercial issues affecting their key investment choices.

Areas of our work include: Corporate and portfolio strategy; product and business unit strategy development; market entry strategy and opportunity sizing; capital allocation, structure and raising; acquisition and divestment options analysis; business model reinvention; strategic cost evaluation; commercial due diligence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide techno‑economic based expertise to global teams performing work in Critical Materials by participating directly on client project teams or providing analysis‑specific support. This includes researching information, performing analyses, structuring recommendations backed by fact‑based techno‑economic insights, and creating documents to communicate recommendations.
  • Coach teammates with a general consulting background on obtaining data, structuring and performing analysis in Critical and broader Mining & metals sectors.
  • Develop and update tools to provide current industry perspectives on supply, demand, capex, cost, price markers, evolving trade flows and frictions, industry structure, emerging technologies or significant trends by tracking events in several specific sectors.
  • Grow the practice by linking economic, geo‑political, company or industry‑specific events to ideas for client conversations and proposals to grow the practice.
  • Assist in marketing and showcasing the service line to EY offices and industry in the Americas and globally by writing points of view or speaking at conferences.
  • Director/Manager:
    • Develop, manage and mentor junior team members; contribute to people initiatives.
    • Support client relationship management while executing projects; deliver a high degree of client satisfaction with the engagement.
    • Contribute to business development efforts; develop long‑term relationships and network internally and externally.

Key Qualifications

  • Engineering degree (preferably Geological, Mining, Metallurgical or Chemical) with a master’s degree in Mineral Economics, Microeconomics, Finance or a CFA designation.
  • Consultant: 2‑4 years relevant work experience ideally in a corporate planning or an engineering firm’s project evaluation group. Investment banking backgrounds will be considered with the right educational qualifications.
  • Director (Manager): 5‑8 years relevant work experience ideally in a corporate planning or an engineering firm’s project evaluation group.
  • Demonstrated impact in a team environment.
  • Strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to link technical and micro‑economic information to business strategy and financial outcomes.
  • Personable with good coaching and explanation skills, strategic thinker and deductive reasoner.
  • Problem‑solving skills – analytical, quantitative and conceptual.
  • Advanced modelling skills (Excel) and visualization skills (Tableau and/or Power BI).
  • Effective organization and time‑management skills with ability to work under demanding environment and adhere to project deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Comfort with shaping tangible insights in an ambiguous environment.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package that rewards performance and recognizes the value you bring to our business. Our Total Rewards package allows you to choose the benefits that fit your needs, including a discretionary bonus program; comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage; a defined contribution pension plan; a generous vacation policy with firm‑paid days for longer weekends; statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence); and a range of programs supporting physical, financial and social well‑being.

  • Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
  • Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
  • The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

  • Toronto Consultant: $88,000 to $108,000
  • Toronto Director (Manager): $110,000 to $160,000

Inclusiveness

Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting neuro‑inclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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