Daybreak Why EY India's old guard is walking away
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Aug 5, 2025 A wave of senior exits at EY India's tech consulting division raises eyebrows. Ten partners, including key figures in data analytics and cybersecurity, have left with little fanfare. Their departures, signaling a troubling trend, took entire teams and clients with them, leading to significant disruptions. The discussion delves into the implications of this talent exodus for the company and the competitive consulting landscape. What does this mean for the future of EY India?
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EY India's Silent Partner Exodus
- EY India lost at least 10 senior partners from its tech consulting division within a year, including pioneers in data analytics and cybersecurity.
- These partners left silently, taking whole teams and client relationships with them, significantly impacting EY's divisions.
Key Partners and Clients Departing EY
- Notable partners like Gautam Bhattacharya and Shubho Bhattacharya left EY for rival firms like KPMG and PwC, taking key client accounts along.
- Clients such as Dell, Unilever, and HSBC have shifted major work from EY to Deloitte, altering market dynamics.
Growth Led to Overcrowding and Staffing Shift
- EY's tech consulting growth created internal overcrowding and hindered senior partners from expanding their portfolios.
- The firm shifted focus from strategic consulting to manpower staffing, which lowered employee morale and long-term career growth.