People Consulting - HR MA Transactions - Senior Manager

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As part of EYs focus on the people agenda of organizations and change initiatives our People Consulting professionals assist our clients in successfully managing and sustaining people process and/or technology change. This includes the identification and management of stakeholders leadership development organizational design training mergers and acquisitions cultural assessment and development talent management workforce strategies and planning and executing key communications.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Manager for our People Consulting practice in the HR M&A Transactions team. This team services clients with a full range of handson operationally focused support and advice across the M&A transaction life cycle for both buy and sell side M&A deals. We cover a wide range of HR operational aspects including HR divestiture advisory services carveout readiness and support HR due diligence HR Day 1 readiness 100Day planning integration process support operating model and organizational design.

In joining our team you will find an environment that is both entrepreneurial and collaborative. We will help you achieve your potential by supporting your professional development and by providing you with leadership opportunities.

Your key responsibilities

• Oversee and lead the client relationship and service delivery for all aspects of HR and Organizational Design services throughout the M&A transaction lifecycle including:
  • HR due diligence and red flag reports
  • Day 1 HR function readiness
  • HR TSA services design and delivery
  • Operating model and organizational design
  • Talent planning and transitioning
  • HR project management support
• Lead the strategic identification and mitigation of risks and issues related to HR integration/separation planning timelines and functional areas.
• Exhibit deep expertise and thought leadership in the Human Resources functional area having already achieved outstanding professional success and acting as a seasoned senior consulting professional with experience
• Drive business development initiatives by leveraging your understanding of Ernst & Young and its service lines and actively identifying and presenting opportunities to serve clients.
• Cultivate and maintain highlevel relationships with client executives ensuring alignment with client business priorities managing service expectations and understanding industryspecific performance drivers and business trends.
• Lead and mentor client engagement teams ensuring the delivery of highquality professional services across a diverse client base.
• Oversee risk management project economics and escalations ensuring effective planning budgeting and resource allocation.
• Strategize and shape thought leadership by developing and enhancing collateral tools techniques and methodologies to strengthen the HR M&A offering within the practice.
• Foster a culture of continuous development by providing strategic guidance constructive feedback and training to team members promoting an innovative and collaborative work environment.
• Flexibility and ability to travel for client projects; willingness to travel on short notice to meet client needs.

Skills and attributes for success

• Lead client engagement teams and ensure quality services.
• Oversee and manage project budgets effectively.
• Ensure highquality deliverables and client satisfaction.
• Monitor progress manage risks and keep stakeholders informed.
• Cultivate and maintain client and executive relationships.
• Align with client priorities and manage expectations effectively.
• Understand client industries and key performance drivers.
• Develop and mentor team members fostering collaboration.
• Quickly learn and apply new knowledge and industry trends.
• Identify and generate new business opportunities.
• Leverage EYs services to serve clients effectively.
• Collaborate with EY team members across practices.
• Exhibit extensive project management and staff direction experience.
• Strong analytical problemsolving and communication skills.
• Highly motivated creative and demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• Excellent oral written and presentation skills.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Educated to degree level and/or Masters Degree.
• Approximately 810 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in a number of the following M&A enablement areas:HR due diligence Day 1 HR function readiness operating model and organizational design talent planning and transitioning HR TSA services design and delivery.
• Experience in complex transactions such as mergers and acquisitions spinoffs carveouts.
• Experience in selling and delivering projects that cover the full lifecycle of assessment design and implementation support.
• Demonstrated record in driving revenue within existing clients and in developing new prospects at the c level of fortune 500 companies.
• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.

What we look for

We are interested in professionals who enjoy promoting the people agenda in organizations and change initiatives bringing people issues and challenges to the forefront. You will need the confidence to keep the people agenda front and center as well as the interpersonal skills and communications savvy to do this in a way that integrates well with executive priorities and objectives.

What we offer

At EY our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture built on highperformance teaming where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people our clients and our communities. Its one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offeracompetitivecompensationpackage where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical prescription drug and dental coverage a defined contribution pension plan a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence) and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical financial and social wellbeing. Plus we offer:

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

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Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. Were committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued policies and practices are equitable and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism advancing gender equity and women in leadership advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA community promoting ourneuroinclusionand accessibility initiatives and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations Inuit and Mtis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences abilities backgrounds and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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