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As part of EY’s 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 Consultant for our People Consulting practice in the HR M&A Transactions team. This team services clients with a full range of hands-on, 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, carve-out readiness and support, HR due diligence, HR Day 1 readiness, 100-Day planning, integration process support, operating model and organizational design.
In joining our team, you will gain valuable experiences and a wealth of knowledge by working across various capabilities and service offerings. 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.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS

• Project management experience.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and to be proactive.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including proficiency in excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• High level of motivation and a self-starting attitude.
• Ability to think outside of the box, thrive on new challenges.
• Demonstrated consistency in values, principles, and work ethic.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate strong knowledge in the Human Resources functional area.
• Support the delivery of 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
• Deliver quality services. Value and model excellent client service by establishing goals and implementation plans to achieve a high-quality deliverables and within expected timeframes, working mostly independently. Monitor progress, manage risk and confirm key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.
• Support business development activities by understanding Ernst & Young and its service lines and assisting in presenting ways to serve clients.
• Demonstrate high levels of technical and professional knowledge and quickly assimilate new knowledge. Keep up-to-date with current developments and trends in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge.
• Work as part of client engagement teams to deliver professional services.
• Contribute to thought leadership and develop and enhance collateral, tools, techniques. methodologies to build and enhance HR M&A offering with the practice.
• Flexibility and ability to travel for client projects; willingness to travel on short notice to meet client needs.

TO QUALIFY FOR THE ROLE, YOU MUST HAVE

• Educated to degree level.
• Approximately 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in any one or more of the following M&A enablement areas would be an asset, though not mandatory: HR due diligence, Day 1 HR function readiness, operating model and organizational design, talent planning and transitioning, HR TSA services design and delivery.
• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.