Working responsibly is no longer a nice-to-have, but a must-have. Working in professional services provides me with the opportunity to demonstrate this on a daily basis.

James Hurrell

EY-Parthenon Partner, Strategy and Transactions, Ernst & Young LLP

A leader in strategy, M&A and restructuring. Working across North America, Europe and Asia. Husband and father of two.

Areas of focus

With a passion for responsible, ESG conscious divestments, James is experienced in corporate spinoffs, M&A strategy and sell-side operational change management. He has worked in Europe, Asia, and is now based in New York City, USA.

James’ clients are typically international conglomerates, and he has been supporting majority of the recent U.S. based mega corporate spinoffs.

Previously, he worked in corporate development for a European-based industrial conglomerate, as well as a management consultant.

James holds Master of Business Administration from New York University – Leonard N. Stern School of Business and Master of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Bristol, UK.

How James is building a better working world

“Working in the strategy and transactions services, I help corporations to undergo some of the most complex and profound changes that they will experience in a generation. This work helps unlock value and provides EY clients with an exceptional opportunity to better serve their stakeholders, customers, communities and the world at large.”

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