People Consulting - Strategic Workforce Planning, Manager

People Consulting - Strategic Workforce Planning, ManagerLocation: Dublin 2
Other locations: Anywhere in Country
Date: Sep 27, 2024
General Information Location: Dublin / Belfast
Available for Visa Sponsorship: YES
Business Area: People Consulting
Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent
The Team and the opportunity People Consulting partners with clients to drive and evolve their people agenda in a rapidly changing global work environment. Joining the People Consulting team in EY will provide you with the opportunity to work on some of the most interesting and complex transformation programmes in Ireland. Our team, in partnership with our clients, seeks to ensure the long-term sustainability and embedding of major organisational transformation programmes.
Our work is varied and challenging; from creating an organisation design that determines effective organisation solutions to embedding cultural and behavioural change across an organisation. We manage communications and stakeholders, plan and implement change journeys and offer an understanding of the HR structures, practices and policies required to support the organisation.
We have a number of exciting, client-facing roles for individuals with demonstrable consulting experience in the following areas:
Organisation DesignCommunications and Stakeholder ManagementChange ManagementStrategic Workforce PlanningHR Transformation and Digital HRTo drive forward the growth of People Consulting, we are seeking experienced strategic workforce planning professionals to join our growing team in Dublin. We have positions at both Manager and Senior Manager level.
The successful candidates will be primarily focused on client delivery. They will manage client engagements and provide best-practice advice to clients on workforce planning and/or other relevant People Consulting service offerings where required. They will also be responsible for supporting the growth of the People Consulting practice in Ireland and generating revenue through business development.
Your key responsibilities In this role, you will be responsible for programme delivery, project management, business development and supporting the People Consulting practice. Key responsibilities include:
Developing and sustaining client relationshipsWorking collaboratively with clients and developing a trusted advisor reputationProviding best-practice workforce planning advice and guidance to clientsShaping EY's workforce planning service offeringManaging more junior resourcesProviding and facilitating development opportunities for individuals at all levels in the practiceInputting into People Consulting's strategy and annual plansSupporting recruitmentRole model inclusive leadership to drive a leading people culture in line with EY valuesSkills and attributes for success Workforce planning skills, including demand and supply analysis, workforce sizing and shaping, developing actionable insights from workforce dataUnderstanding of other core People Consulting services, such as organisation design, operating model, change and talent managementBe professional, quickly establishing personal credibility and demonstrating expertiseDemonstrate ability to support the development and growth of businessDemonstrate knowledge of the region in terms of sector presence, existing networks, or relationshipsHave strong personal impact and resilience, and be able to influence and persuade clients and stakeholders to gain support for major changes and key decisionsTake a practical approach to solving issues and gaining client agreementBe able to analyse complex problems and to deliver insightful, practical, and sustainable solutionsBe skilled in facilitating and encouraging collaboration amongst team members, and capable of motivating teams to maximise performanceHave experience of full project lifecycle from concept through to implementationStructure and manage projects or programmes of work which meet client expectations and mitigate any risks or issuesStrong focus on achieving project/programme goals and objectivesBe adept at overcoming issues and barriersBe up to date with key technical and functional skills, and with industry, business and leadership skills and knowledge - share this expertise with othersTo qualify for the role, you must have Experience of strategic workforce planning, either as a consultant or as part of an internal HR team2+ years similar experienceExperience in building strategic workforce planning capability for organisationsProven track record of managing workforce related projects/programmes through all phases of the project/programme lifecycleExperience in a leadership role; managing teams and being accountable for deliveryA proven track record of proactively managing stakeholders, including providing constructive challenge, influencing decisions, providing robust advice, delivering difficult messages, and managing performance issues, up to C suite levelDemonstrated track record of building client relationshipsAbility to quickly grasp complex business problems and develop appropriate solutionsStrong analytical capability primarily in the interpretation of data; comfortable working with and interpreting data and leading client discussions on sameIdeally, you will also have An appreciation of data, systems and technologies used to drive strategic workforce decision makingA primary degree and any post graduate degrees and professional qualifications are desirable but not criticalExperience of working on projects gained working within a professional services firm, global consultancy firm and/or large private and/or public sector organisationsWhat working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, 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 that's right for you.All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:
Hybrid WorkingPension/Discounted Health InsuranceWeb DoctorPurchase of Additional Annual LeaveFree Gym MembershipTravel PassMaternity & Paternity LeaveBike to Work SchemeReferral Bonuses & Recognition AwardsTech MBA paid by EYEY 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 client-facing 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.
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. That's Why, EY. Apply now.

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