Talent Consultant Assistant Director - Assurance

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Everything we do for our clients comes down to having the right business and technical knowledge and experience for every occasion. Naturally, there’s plenty going on behind the scenes to make that happen, and our colleagues across the business look to our Talent team to guarantee that everything runs seamlessly. As a Talent Consultant, you’ll be at the heart of that goal, managing a diverse team of professionals to provide comprehensive, people-driven HR services. Talent is at the center of our ongoing strategy. We’re focused on developing the leaders that will support us in building a better working world and in this role, you’ll be at the forefront of influencing the change and transformation of our leaders.

The opportunity

You’ll provide the highest level of talent consultation within a specific region, service line or national practice while leading change initiatives around Human Resources (HR) programs and processes. Whatever you find yourself working on, it all comes down to providing strategic consultation to business leaders that will allow them to drive business results. As a trusted advisor to the business, you’ll be part of the leadership team, translating the business strategy into talent solutions.

Your key responsibilities

You’ll be responsible for high quality execution of significant HR processes including compensation, performance management and career development. You’ll serve as the tactical front-line support to customer groups as well as provide some strategic support to functional leadership on people initiatives. Utilizing data analytics, you’ll provide insight on headcount, salaries and budgets and inform on solutions as needed.

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to influence multiple constituents
• Handling employee relations issues for colleagues at all levels
• Constantly identifying risks and opportunities for improvement to drive change
• Managing large projects, including restructuring, leadership development and assessment initiatives
• Translating complex data from a wide range of sources into meaningful insights that build and confirm your reputation as a key business partner
• A broad knowledge of HR regulations, processes and best practices

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Seven plus years of experience

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A master’s degree, supported by Society for Human Resource Management certification
• Experience working within a professional services industry or complex matrix environment

What we look for

We’re interested in influencers with a broad and extensive knowledge of HR processes. You’ll need to be comfortable questioning ideas, processes and senior colleagues — all while overseeing multiple projects or employee issues. If you have a genuine passion for talent management and the confidence to take on new responsibilities proactively to stay ahead of demand, this role is for you.

What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more .

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $96,300 to $180,100. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $115,600 to $204,600. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.

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