Senior Manager Workforce Advisory People Consulting

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Senior Manager - Workforce Advisory - People Consulting

MātekahukurakareretemanuIWith wings a bird will fly

What if we didnt focus on who you are now but who you could become

The Team: People Consulting

We work globally and collaborate to bring professional teams together to address complex issues relating to organisation and workforce transformations. Our EY professionals ask better questions and work with clients to create holistic innovative answers that deliver quality results.

This role can be based inTāmaki Makaurau (Auckland).

Whats in it for you

• Were making significant investments to build a team with the right resources. Joining now means being able to seize the opportunities that accompany that growth and shape the future of this fast-growing practice
• Youll work with people who inspire and bring out the best in you develop new and different skillsets with access to the latest digital tools and technology and learning platforms
• Youll experience our diverse and inclusive culture. We believe that only the highest-performing teams that maximize the power of different perspectives can succeed in this fast-changing environment

Kei akoetemana I The choice is yours

The Role:

• Lead engagement with internal and external stakeholders to provide advice and support on change and learning projects
• Proven experience in the delivery of challenging projects across a diverse range of organisations
• Design and develop the implementation of solutions develop strategic recommendations reports and delivering impactful client presentations.
• Manage the delivery of complex projects applyingsound judgment toidentifyand resolve issues ensuring successful delivery of people-related projects and initiatives
• Support the growth and development of Consultants and Senior Consultants through providing coachingguidanceandopportunities to learn.
• Provide leadership and direction across multiple engagements applying sound judgement to identify and mitigate risks resolve issues and ensure successful outcomes.
• Drive business development activities including identifying opportunities contributing to proposals and supporting the growth of the People Consulting practice.
• Lead and inspire high-performing teams fostering a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous improvement. Contribute to thought leadership market presence and EYs reputation as a leader in people and workforce transformation.

ŌPūmanawaIWhatwerelooking for

Heres our wish list but dont worry if you dont tick all the boxes. Were interested in your strengths what you want to learn and how far you want to go.

1. Change HR & Talent Transformation in-depth experience across change management (including strategy stakeholder engagement communications business readiness learning design and employee experience) HR transformation (HR strategy HRIS/technology payroll outsourcing processes and risk) and talent management (operating model organisation design workforce planning analytics retention and succession strategies).
2. Commercially and strategically driven with extensive experience in a consulting environment and a strong track record of building client relationships and delivering tailored value-driven solutions. Demonstrated ability to drive business development contribute to practice growth and influence senior decision-makers.
3. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders build authentic relationships and communicate complex ideas effectively (including through storytelling) alongside strong project management capability and the ability to manage competing priorities.
4. Digital & Transformation Capabilityexperience leveraging digital platforms (e.g. SAP Microsoft ServiceNow) and emerging technologies such as AI to enhance processes enable data-driven decision-making and support organisational transformation initiatives.
5. Experience working with clients acrossretail consumer and manufacturing sectorswill be highly regarded.
6. Leadership and Team Development - experience leading multidisciplinary teams and developing high-performing talent through coaching mentoring and creating pathways for growth. Passionate about fostering an inclusive collaborative and high-performing team culture.
7. Relevant change management and delivery certifications are highly desirable including:

• AIM (Accelerating Implementation Methodology) practical adoption-focused approach
• CPCM (Certified Problem & Change Manager) combines problem-solving and change
• ATD Change Management Certificate learning/HR-led approach
• PROSCI / CCMP / APMG
• Agile Change Management (APMG or Agile Change Leadership Institute) -focus on iterative adaptive change in agile environments
• Adjacent certifications:
  • • • PMP / PRINCE2 project governance (often paired with change roles)
      • ITIL change in IT service environments
      • Lean Six Sigma process change and continuous improvement

KuhumaikiaEYICome be a part of EY

In our friendly collaborative environment youll receive the support formal training and coaching you need to progress quickly along the career path you choose. Not to mention the opportunity to be exposed and keep up to date with novel business models and cutting-edge technology trends.

• Explore how a career at EY is yours to build how when and where you can work at about our commitment to DE&I at how our benefits can support you at nowwereover1000 perspectives inAotearoa New Zealandandwereready to welcome yours.

  Diversity equity and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages nationalities abilities cultures sexual orientations and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting so if you have questions before or during your application we welcome you to get in touch ator(option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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