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The opportunity

We call our human resources group the Talent Team, and this reflects how important our people are to the success of the EY organization. Working with the Talent Team, you’ll help develop and execute our people strategy, which provides the programs, measures and tools that help employees achieve their goals.

Your key responsibilities

As an HR Business Partner (Lead Talent Consultant) at EY, you will play a pivotal role in aligning our human resources strategy with the business objectives of the Consulting Service Line. You will be responsible for driving talent management initiatives, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring that our people strategies support the growth and success of the organization. Other key responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with business leaders to understand their talent needs and develop strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent.
• Provide expert HR guidance and support to managers and employees on a range of HR issues, including performance management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Lead talent management initiatives, including succession planning, leadership development, and employee engagement programs.
• Analyze workforce data and metrics to identify trends and inform decision-making.
• Partner with the recruitment team to ensure a robust talent pipeline for Consulting SL.
• Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives to create a more inclusive workplace.
• Support change management efforts and help facilitate organizational transformation.
• Stay updated on HR best practices and industry trends to ensure EY remains a competitive employer.

Skills and attributes for success

• Engaging key business stakeholders outside of key meetings, processes and transactions to build open and trusting relationships
• Identifying and driving the sharing of best practices across functions to facilitate continuous improvement
• Commercial and pragmatic approach balanced with a high degree of sensitivity and discretion
• Strong communication whether verbal or written, and the ability to communicate with all levels within the organization

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree or HR certification is a plus.
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar role, preferably within a consulting or professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment laws
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change in a complex organizational environment.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Time and project management skills – able to plan and manage time effectively and flex up and down to deal with key priorities
• CIPD qualification, or will look to pursue the qualification within a year

What we look for

As a trusted advisor to our business/service lines with a strong HR background, you will have the ability to support multiple business units. You will also have experience in talent development, performance management and workforce planning.

What we offer

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.  

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EY | Building a better working world 

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. 

 Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. 

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