In today’s volatile landscape, private equity demands an integrated approach that combines people, technology, AI and organizational alignment to achieve both ESG objectives and sustainable growth.

Marcus Jacobsson

Partner, EY-Parthenon, Denmark

Successfully led over 250 transactions, skillfully combining local insights with global perspectives. A devoted husband and father of two. Tennis enthusiast. Cherishes family vacations.

Marcus, a Partner in the EY-Parthenon, is a seasoned expert with over 15 years’ experience in Transaction Advisory and Corporate M&A. He has a robust track record, having contributed to over 250 transactions globally, with a strong focus on the Nordic region. 

Marcus' expertise spans private equity and corporate transactions, including acquisitions and divestments, with a wealth of experience in public company matters, such as capital raisings. His specializations include providing advice and due diligence to support transactions and strategic growth options, such as exit readiness, managing complex carve-out situations and conducting competitive acquisition diligence projects.

He has a broad range of sector experience, with a particular focus on technology, life sciences, industrial products, business services, and infrastructure sectors. 

Marcus is an alumnus of Lund Business School, where he earned his MSc in Applied Economics, Finance and Accounting.

How Marcus is shaping the future with confidence

Marcus is a seasoned expert in assembling dynamic teams that balance local expertise with global perspectives to achieve exceptional outcomes. 
 
Beyond leading a portfolio of TMT portfolio companies, Marcus offers deep expertise in buy- and sell-side due diligence engagements, with a focus on subscription KPIs, data analytics and cross-border complexities. Recognized across EY member firms, he is frequently sought out for guidance on challenging carve-outs and multi-faceted diligence transactions across industries, such as logistics, business services, financial services and infrastructure. 
 
By collaborating with leading private equity firms and blue-chip clients throughout the Nordics, Marcus ensures that each solution is tailored to meet the unique goals and challenges of his clients, driving long-term value creation. 

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