Senior Associate - Data Integration Consultant - Payroll Technology Tax Belfast

The opportunity

Our team of payroll technology data and transformation professionals helporganisations tackle some of theirbiggest technology and data challenges as they transition payroll services to EY and transform for the digital age. As demand grows for our innovative services and we are looking for an experienced senior consultantto join us please note this role is available in Manchester Newcastle London and Glasgow with a preference for it to be Manchester based.

Our team delivers services in two core areas:

1. Data servicescovering areas such as data integration process automation and data transformation including delivery of bespoke data management solutions.
2. Technology solutionsdelivery which utilise EYs technology assets to deliver managed service engagements on a multiyear basis

Youll have opportunities to be part of crossborder multidisciplinary teams and to work with tax technology data and payroll specialists to deliver industry leading services.

You will also benefit from all that working at EY has to offer including support for flexible working career development and competitive benefits options. See the What working at EY offers section below for more details.

Your key responsibilities

In your role you will collaborate with the team and our clients to understand and solve problems through the application of a wide range of technology skills

Examples for technology data and transformation services

• Support clients in developing and / or implementing effective payroll data strategies
• Work with the team and our clients to define transformation strategies and transform their payroll data management models

Examples for annuity services

• Support delivery of existing EY technology assets to clients under our managed service model
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications to guide solution design and development of technology EY assets in collaboration with various internal delivery teams and out global alliance partners
• Work with global teams to support delivery of complex managed services engagements that utilise EYs technology assets

General

• Project management including defining target outcomes and delivery strategy managing stakeholders and building the case for change
• Coach support and collaborate with team members helping build an inclusive culture and high performing team within payroll operate
• Contribute to business development activities and team capability development

Skills and attributes for success

Skills

At least two of these:

• Strong fundamentals in core data concepts methods tools and how they can be applied to transform businesses processes and / or support solution development
• Strong knowledge of software engineering methodologies and concepts like Agile CI/CD SDLC DevOps
• Functional knowledge of databases and programming languages such as SQL JavaScript PowerShell .NET Python etc.
• Understanding of business requirements gathering and design particularly with a technology overlay

And all of these:

• Strong project management skills (planning documentation resourcing budgeting etc) and understanding of good project governance.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook etc.
• Proficient in use of data analytics tools like Alteryx and Microsoft Power Platform

Attributes

• Selfstarter that takes ownership of their work asks insightful questions and desires to provide excellent client service
• Ability to cope with ambiguity bring clarity to complex multifaceted scenarios and drive forward progress via actionable decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

To qualify for the role you must have:

• At least 2years experience working in a technology / data or business transformation role
• Experience of a similar role within the payroll industry or a comparable firm to EY (e.g. Big 4 global consultancy financial institution) preferably with experience of managing external client stakeholders
• Experience working in financial services with a strong grasp of the payroll industry
• A willingness to travel within the UK (on some occasions you may be required to travel internationally to support delivery of engagements and projects)

Ideally youll also have some of the following:

• Experience in applying data modelling principles / methods including creation of conceptual logical & physical data models
• Working knowledge and experience in using one or more Cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure AWS Google Cloud is a plus
• Familiarity with the application of automation and data technologies (e.g. RPA ETL tools visual analytics)
• Formal project management training certification

Please note we are hiring in the following locations:

• London
• Manchester
• Newcastle
• Glasgow

What working at EY offers
We offer a competitive remuneration package where youll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs covering holidays health and wellbeing insurance savings and a wide range of discounts offers and promotions. Plus we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way thats right for you

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our clientfacing professionals can be required to travel regularly and at times be based at client sites our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance tax transaction and advisory services were using the finance products expertise and systems weve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join however long you stay the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world.

Apply now.