Career Opportunities at Ernst & Young Global Limited (EY)

Are you a growth accelerator? Are you passionate about helping some of the world’s largest and most successful companies achieve purposeful growth?

EY is helping our clients solve difficult problems and achieve their growth ambitions. We believe that our value doesn’t stop at strategy development; we help our clients implement our recommendations to transform the way they do business.

Around the world, the biggest challenge faced by utilities right now is transitioning to a digitally transformed world. But the radical changes and new capabilities required to transform successfully are simply overwhelming for many companies. EY has focused on our Digital Grid Services and solutions for the water and energy industry.
Utilities are in the process of ramping up their investments in water and energy grid connectivity for improved operating economics, efficiency, customer satisfaction and reliability. Utilities are looking to embark on the journey of implementing smart/digital metering and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) technologies and are aspiring to become a world class digital utility provider by leveraging the latest and progressive smart metering, grid and AMI trends and technologies within the water and utilities space.

Southern Africa faces several challenges as a result of climate change, such as resource scarcity, degradation of infrastructure and resources, urbanisation, and the increasing demand which must meet the growing demands of an increasing population. These stressors require innovative transformative solutions that ensure the sustainability of these natural resources.

This is an opportunity to bring real meaning to your career by being involved in some of the most important transformative initiatives in our market. It is an opportunity to bring your strategic vision, your entrepreneurial and innovative spirit and your ability to reinvent business to our clients and contribute to building a better working world.

Our Business Transformation team are seeking growth minded and solutions focused people who are passionate about truly making a difference. Based in South Africa, you will be working on high-profile engagements, with the brightest and best minds from across EY, finding innovative strategic solutions to some of the most complex and demanding problems.

You will be part of a high performing team who leads the way in conversations with the clients and the account teams who support them, leading EY’s approach to the market.

The Role Description

As a manager in our Business Transformation team you will work across our Business Consulting teams to redesign businesses, design processes and solutions to transform how our clients manage water, energy and other precious resources on our planet. You will support business development, creating proposals and participating in solution development and helping delivering market leading ideas and proposals to clients.

You will manage high performing teams, coach junior team members and develop the careers of colleagues.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist leading organisations to prepare and respond to the transformation required in building a modernised grid infrastructure and enable digital utilities marketplace.
• Design, reinvent and innovate business models that will create long term value and disrupt markets.
• Design and build operating models, including process, governance, organisation, technology and the supporting ecosystem.
• Develop the technical specifications of innovative technology, determine the communications, networks and infrastructure of the technical solution architecture.
• Design, establish and operate the implementation programs, including agile or lean approaches to design, build and launch new products, service, experiences and business models.
• Analyse data and provide recommendations to client executives on strategic initiatives and transformations.
• Lead the development of proposals – from understanding the client’s requirements, defining the approach, methods and timeline to determine the team and commercials to deliver the engagement.
• Follow the appropriate quality and risk management processes in EY to protect the reputation of the firm and manage risks of engagements and clients proactively.
• Manage project teams, project financials budgeting and invoicing process.
• Responsible for quality deliverables and leveraging EY thought leadership, delivery methods and tools to deliver products and outcomes.
• Build client relationships and establish the team as a trusted advisor in the market place.
• Collaborate across EY service lines to increase value for our clients, contributing to building a better working world.

Skills and attributes for success

We are looking for passionate leaders with strong vision and collaborative commitment to teamwork to bring deep transformation and design expertise to our clients. If you have a genuine desire to help businesses achieve their full potential and to make a positive impact, then this role is for you.

• A passion for people — our people are our greatest asset. We need you to be able to lead project teams to bring out the best in our people and help them to develop and grow.
• Ability to build exceptional client relationships — our clients are at the centre of what we do. Through the delivery of engagements, you will be responsible for managing key client relationships to make sure that we deliver quality and value.
• Ability to think strategically and to solve complex problems. You will demonstrate strong critical thinking skills focused on developing solutions, creating logical arguments or analysis, assimilating complex information, identifying or anticipating issues or challenges.
• Ability to communicate, making complex systems and situations simple to understand. You’ll communicate visually, verbally and in written reports.
• Ability to manage projects –we help our client solve their complex business challenges. Experience in managing transformation or innovation programs.
• Ability to learn new ideas and capabilities rapidly through self–driven learning and research. You’ll need to be able to assimilate new ideas and information rapidly, making sense of the world around you and at clients.

• Leadership capabilities that accept responsibility, build high performing teams, scale through appropriate delegation and teamwork, share clear direction, gain support and commitment from others, provide feedback openly and learn from feedback from others whilst admitting mistakes in order to learn.
• Strong commercial awareness and proven ability to present technical information in a meaningful manner to executive stakeholders.
• Experience working across multiple functions in an organisation or at clients to better understand the inter-related nature of solving complex challenges in an organisation.
• Intellectual curiosity and passionate. Purpose-driven and able to ask better questions to seek better answers.
• A keen traveller to travel within South Africa, other African countries as well as globally for exciting project opportunities.
• An entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset.

• Enthusiasm and ability to collaborate well in teams. We are looking for inclusive people who value differences and have a real desire to both learn and coach others

Technical Requirements

• Minimum 5 years management consulting experience
• 5-10 years working experience
• Bachelor degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Civil or Chemical preferred)
• A post graduate degree will be considered beneficial but not a pre-requisite.
• Relevant certification from recognised institutions in project or program management, such as PMP, PgMP, Agile and Prince II is beneficial but not a pre-requisite
• Lean six sigma qualifications will be beneficial
• Valid passport needed for travelling

go to method of application »

The opportunity

Within SaT, Minvest teams advise our clients and the broader EY on a variety of issues concerning mining investments, mineral resource estimations, technical reviews, mineral asset valuations, financing and strategic options within the minerals, and oil and gas industries. The Minvest team is a specialised team of experienced technical professionals including environmental scientists, petroleum engineers, geologists, mining engineers and chemical engineers. We currently have an exciting new opportunity for different mining professionals with different levels of experience based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Your key responsibilities

The role is client facing and requires multi-commodity experience. In the role the applicant will be required to execute on proposals, project management and timeous invoicing. The role may require travel from time-to-time to remote locations. The role is suitable to a person who has gained experience at a mineral processing plant or metallurgical plant.

Skills and attributes for success

The role will require a firm understanding of the mining and/or oil and gas industry with technical or consulting experience in the following, but not limited, disciplines:

• Operational or Design Process Engineering related experience within the mining and/or oil and gas industries.
• Understanding of metal accounting
• Exposure to Technical Due Diligence and Reviews.
• Excellent communication skills including report writing and presentation skills is a MUST.
• Utilise your expertise to conduct a full range of process engineering functions.
• Strong project management skills.
• Team player and Emotional Intelligent,
• Willing to work in a high-pressure environment.
• Willingness to travel to remote locations

To qualify for the role you must have

• As a minimum a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline such as Chemical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering.
• 2 years relevant practical processing experience at a mining operation or consulting company.
• Professional registration.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, with the ability to building internal and external networks.
• Strong computer skills including MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and general report writing skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Previous consulting experience

What we look for

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for business modelling and analytics, with very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients’ goals. Also, being highly motivated and self-aware to work autonomously where required.

go to method of application »

The opportunity​​​​​​​

The position will work with business leaders and assignees (at all levels) to plan, coordinate, and manage end-to-end international mobility assignments into and out of the region. You will guide and provide relevant advice to your business stakeholders and assignees to ensure consistent exceptional assignee experiences with intentional outcomes, whilst meeting the needs of the business and building a better working world.

Your key responsibilities

• Act as the primary Mobility point of contact for one or more Service Lines in your Region and manage all phases of in-bound and out-bound assignments (pre assignment, on assignment, repatriation, extensions, and post assignment), including high complexity and VIP assignments
• Act as a trusted advisor to your Stakeholder group within your Service Lines, applying an understanding of business needs to develop solutions
• Work closely with Stakeholders to understand the business case of newly initiated assignments, and apply the global mobility policy framework to map and determine the appropriate assignment category and relocation package which aligns to the needs of the business as well as the assignee
• Collaborate with operational stakeholders in the various Regional Core Business Service (CBS) functions such as Talent and Finance to ensure they are equipped to successfully support Mobility of our function
• Partner with home/host Mobility Consultants in the development of the appropriate assignment package, and work closely with them to manage all phases of the assignments
• Instruct the offshore support team, the Virtual Talent Hub (VTH), on all activities as per scope of service, and review and monitor output
• Apply knowledge of Tax and Immigration regulations to support the business in managing risk and to ensure effective assignment planning
• Monitor vendor services to ensure consistent and exceptional service delivery, manage exceptions and issues for resolution and provide feedback to continually improve operations
• Escalate issues with the appropriate network (i.e., AS leadership, Account Management, Talent Management, Partnerships, etc.)
• Ensure assignee is fully briefed and informed at all stages of the process to ensure understanding of the critical milestones, legislation, and documentation to be completed
• Action and manage all major on-assignment events for assignees, including salary review, payroll cut-off dates and annual allowance reviews
• Maintain frequent communication with assignees to ensure their assignment is progressing as planned and assist in resolving any issues
• Assist in the development of others by providing feedback and recognizing accomplishments
• Actively take responsibility for the training and development of new and junior team members, including counselling responsibilities where appropriate

Skills and attributes for success

• Significant knowledge and experience of international mobility, policies, processes, and systems
• General knowledge of HR principles – recruitment and selection, career management, performance reviews, termination, remuneration, induction/ on-boarding, employee relations etc.
• Strong understanding of Tax, Immigration, and social security legislation, as well as relevant employment law and other business or economic forces
• Strong understanding of payroll requirements to draft accurate instructions for the amendment of compensation packages and payments relating to the assignment terms
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to gain trust and confidence as an advisor
• Demonstrate a strong customer service mindset. A desire to deliver exceptional service to internal business stakeholders and assignees
• Strong communications skills with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels including colleagues within other regions, Service Line stakeholders, Talent Team, - Tax and Immigration teams, as well as external vendors
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize objectives and manage all aspects of your role
• Able to work effectively in a fast paced, agile, and demanding environment
• Ability to work in a virtual teaming and complex stakeholder matrix environment
• Ability to use a Global Mobility Technology tool as well as other relevant HR systems and knowledge tools
• Experience and good level of skill in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• An appropriate level of business acumen
• Good intellectual rigor and commercial awareness
• Maintain and use (when appropriate) a network of contacts in other EY practices, Service Lines, or geographies
• Demonstrate the ability to work well in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail

To qualify for the role you must have

• 2+ years relevant experience

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Professional certifications and/or masters studies in a related discipline is preferred, not required
• Active membership to related professional bodies or industry groups is preferred, not required

What we look for

As above
Due to global nature of the role, willingness to work flexible hours will be required

go to method of application »

Key Responsibilities

Relationship management

• Act as an ambassador and first point of contact for allocated Partners
• Develop and maintain internal and external networks, building knowledge of key client handling teams and issues in order to effectively identify and communicate priorities
• Build strong relationships with clients and their PA’s identifying opportunities to enhance EY’s reputation

Diary and meeting management

• Provide comprehensive diary management in consultation with your Partners
• Proactively monitor meeting attendance, taking ownership to ensure enquiries and issues are appropriately delegated and resolved effectively
• Facilitate all logistical arrangements and ensure all documentation is prepared in advance of meetings – with oversight from a Manager/Advance Intermediate PA/Partner

Travel management

• Proactive itinerary planning, researching and considering reasonable alternative cost-effective travel, to include assistance with visas
• Maximise cost reduction opportunities, utilising preferred travel provider in line with travel and expenses policy

Communication management

• Manage communications, monitor emails, post and calls taking appropriate action, escalating or delegating accordingly

Events management

• Project manage events that only require internal bookings of rooms, catering and attendance management
• Ensuring compliance with policies and approved budgets
• Work with facilities to confirm logistical arrangements and attend events as required, proactively ensuring relevant documentation is available at the event as approved by the Partner/Manager
• Manage budget in consultation with the Partner/Manager

Time and expense management

• Prepare and submit timesheets
• Collate and process expenses and invoices ensuring compliance with policy and approval process
• Reconcile credit card/bank statements with receipts as appropriate

General administrative and project support

• Delegate meetings, events, travel, accommodation and ad hoc tasks
• Maintain client contact and relationship databases
• Provide ad hoc project support
  • Loading external training CPD hours
  • Mercury S2P support
  • Stationery maintenance
• Meet and greet visitors to EY offices
• Provide cover for colleagues during absences as appropriate

Experience and skills required

• Experience in a corporate professional services environment is preferred
• The confidence to engage with senior/high profile contacts and clients and their teams
• Attention to detail and ownership for the delivery of high quality work
• Ability to build relationships across diverse teams both locally and globally
• Ability to work as part of a team, ensuring seamless service to the firm and clients
• Confident approach to administration and agile to different Partner expectations
• The ability to plan ahead and anticipate potential problems
• Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise a busy and often conflicting workload
• A flexible and professional approach, remaining calm under pressure
• Knowledge of time zones and best means of travel between multinational locations
• Broad knowledge of Microsoft Office packages

What we look for:

We are looking for a trusted business advisor who appreciates a collaborative culture by nurturing team members through mentoring and coaching, knowledge sharing and adapting relevant ideas from previous projects or experiences. We are interested in a specialist with a strong commitment to professional and client service excellence who comes from a consulting background and exudes strong communication, presentation and influencing skills

What working at EY offers:

As one of our valued employees in EY, you get to work with inspiring, meaningful and challenging projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. At EY we value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. In addition to these, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that encourages high quality and knowledge exchange. Furthermore, we offer excellent working conditions, in a stimulating, inclusive and enjoyable environment. We offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback 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

go to method of application »

Our Assurance group is one of the most trusted, respected and influential organizations in the industry. As part of our team, you will provide peace of mind to clients by using your skills and experience to give companies, investors and regulators confidence in the validity of financial statements and business-critical information or processes.

About the opportunity

As part of our External Audit team, you’ll experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime

Client responsibilities

• Manage engagement economics and communicate significant issues, fees and estimates to complete to partners and clients
• Assist partners with generating new business opportunities and building client networks and relationships
• Understand our service offerings and actively identify opportunities to better serve clients
• Build strong internal relationships within Assurance and across other services
• Execution of complex audit engagements, managing risk and applying professional scepticism
• Application of complex risk management policies and procedures on engagements with an understanding of global and local independence rules
• Maximize operational efficiency with a focus on key performance drivers and improve operating practices by leading the implementation of all new audit solutions and enablers
• Enhance EY’s brand positioning through strong external relationships across a network of existing and future clients
• Provide strategic and relevant insight, connectedness and responsiveness to all clients that anticipates their needs
• Maximize business development opportunities through leveraging of networks across other service lines and geographies
• Participate as a reviewer in the Audit Quality Review process
• Defend the audit work in connection with internal or external inspections (regulator, AQR, peer review)

Qualifications and Experience

• CA(SA)
• Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques
• Experience of the entire audit process
• Familiarity with IFRS and local GAAP
• Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies
• Understanding of Quality & Risk Management procedures
• Compliance with regulatory requirements
• Insurance auditing experience
• Financial services auditing experience
• 6 - 8 years post articles Audit experience

Technical skills requirements

• Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques
• Five years to eight years of relevant work experience preferred
• Experience of the entire audit process
• Understanding of IFRS and local GAAP
• Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies
• Understanding of Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) procedures
• Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements

Additional skills requirements

• Track record with a blue-chip audit firm
• Professional accountancy qualification
• Strong academic record including a degree

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes social insurance and housing, additional commerce insurance, a minimum of 10 days of vacation and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback 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

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

go to method of application »

The Africa Assurance Innovation and Digital team is looking to hire a skilled manager to lead our Automation pillar for our Assurance business.

Automation Solutions address particular risk/pain point for the Assurance business using a range of smart technologies such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA), SharePoint, Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Analytics.

As the Africa Automation leader, you will look after all Global and EMEIA developed solutions and drive usage by our audit teams and provide support on these solutions. You will also be responsible for the design and development of Africa Assurance Automation and oversee a team of business analysts and full stack developers that will develop these automation solutions to solve a pain point experienced by our audit teams, and in certain cases the greater Assurance business.

Other responsibilities include:

Business Case Development

• Provide input into the product vision and roadmap for Automation within assurance for Africa (13 countries included) by aligning to EY’S overall company strategy, commercial business unit requirements and key opportunities
• Communicate vision and roadmap to stakeholders to ensure buy in, support and clarity on direction and execution
• Collaborate with key business stakeholders to define requirements and establish priorities for the product team based on business objectives and strategy
• Optimize and continuously improve the experience and the value derived from of the products, journeys and services delivered by the product team through ongoing analysis of customer feedback, user / journey analytics and innovation

Product development oversight

• Participate in the conceptual solution design process to make recommendations to create and enhance solutions that are innovative, scalable, and sustainable and solve complex business problems.
• Participate in User Acceptance testing and guide users to ensure that the designed solution ultimately meets business requirements.
• Participate in the success/acceptance criteria definition using scenario testing and test cases to ensure that testing covers all aspects of the business specification.
• Validate the functionality of all technical solutions in line with business requirements on completion of development to ensure that business requirements are met in the implemented solutions.

Quality Management

• Ensure that projects are delivered within the agreed timelines and in accordance with agreed quality standards and comply with the EY Certification of solutions policy, data protection policy and Information security policies.
• Consider and recommend enhancements for project performance and processes and initiate remedial action where defects are evident

Stakeholder Management

• Be an active member of the EMEIA automation sounding board, which is a network set up across the EMIEA region where you are required to represent Africa, contribute automation ideas that are scalable to be deployed to the rest of EMEIA and also provide insight on how the Africa market is operating and track against automation usage KPIS that are set.
• Report to Assurance Leadership monthly on the automation team’s performance, status of projects, report on automation savings per sector and cluster as measurement occurs at an African level.
• Engage with audit teams and gather and interpret any requirements that they may have based on a pain pointe experienced on their audits that can be automated.
• Provide insights on any new automations that may launch via communication with teams directly or through the Innovation and Digital Newsletter
• Drive usage by providing key insights at Quarterly sector partner and manager connect sessions and Digital account planning sessions
• Act as a liaison between key stakeholders such as audit technical and the quality enablement team to ensure that automation solutions that are being developed makes business sense and will either save our teams time or assist with an AQR or IRBA finding.

Budget Management

• Prepare forecasts and budget for the Africa Assurance Innovation and Digital business unit in line with the overall division.
• Manage and optimize the budget, ensuring all expenditure is in line with the agreed budgets for the Automation and Digital Solutions area.
• Forecast what the automation savings will be for the Audit teams per solution, per country and sector and track monthly how automation targets are being met.

Skills and attributes

• An analytical mind and inclination for problem-solving.
• Highly self-motivated and self-directed
• Logical and efficient, with a keen attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate technical details to non-technical audiences
• Excellent listening, interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Excellent planning, organisational, project and time management skills
• Knowledge and interest in computer systems and the latest technologies

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in the fields of Accounting, Management, IT, IT Audit, Computer Science
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the Audit / Accounting / Business environment
• Minimum 2 years Management Experience - comfortable communicating with Junior Developers, Business Analysts and Project Managers.
• Experience in effectively managing the Audit process with appropriate consideration of audit risk issues and accounting technical matters.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle processes, agile development methodologies, software design and testing principles.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it can be used with the audit process.

Advantageous not Mandatory

• Demonstrate expertise in Primary accounting framework (IFRS) and related financial reporting matters.
• Demonstrate expertise in using the EY audit methodology to perform an assurance engagement in compliance to the International Auditing standards.
• Extensive knowledge of the International Auditing standards

go to method of application »

Are you a growth accelerator? Are you passionate about helping some of the world’s largest and most successful companies achieve purposeful growth?

EY is helping our clients solve difficult problems and achieve their growth ambitions. We believe that our value doesn’t stop at strategy development; we help our clients implement our recommendations to transform the way they do business.

This is an opportunity to bring real meaning to your career by being involved in some of the most important transformative initiatives in our market. It is an opportunity to bring your strategic vision, your entrepreneurial and innovative spirit and your ability to reinvent business to our clients and contribute to building a better working world.

Our Business Transformation team are seeking growth minded and solutions focused people who are passionate about truly making a difference. Based South Africa, you will be working on high-profile engagements, with the brightest and best minds from across EY, finding innovative strategic solutions to some of the most complex and demanding problems.

You will be part of a high performing team committed to helping our biggest clients to define, design and commercialise new products, services, experiences and business models to transform their businesses. This team leads the way in conversations with the clients and the account teams who support them, leading EY’s approach to the market.

The Role Description

As a senior manager in our Business Transformation team, you will work across our Consulting teams to identify, sell, design and lead end-to-end, complex and cross-functional transformation engagements in various sectors.

Your primary focus will be to work with our leading clients and their executive teams to design, define and commercialise new businesses, services, experiences and establish large scale agile transformation programs that drive growth and deliver long term value. You will lead business development, driving discussions with clients and delivering market leading ideas and proposals to clients.

You will design the approach to delivering the engagement, assembling teams to deliver each work stream. You will also manage the relationships with clients and guide the overall delivery of value to clients.

You will manage multiple high performing teams and lead the development of careers of colleagues. You will work closely with the team of partners that lead the Business Transformation competency as well as the Western Cape Consulting leadership.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Building on the strategy of the client organisation, define the transformation vision, journey and delivery model for implementing transformation products, services, experiences and solutions.
• Design, reinvent and innovate business models that will create long term value and disrupt markets.
• Design, establish and operate innovation programs, including agile or lean approaches to developing new innovations in products, service, experiences or business models.
• Facilitate design thinking workshops and sprints to define transformation solutions and potential roadmaps for implementation.
• Crystallise and document the thinking of the wider EY and client teams so that ideas and approaches can be crisply and clearly communicated.
• Lead and manage large scale cross-functional projects and strategic transformations. Define and implement teams that orchestrate the delivery of transformation initiatives at clients.
• Orchestrate, coordinate and project manage the transformation acceleration process.
• Enable the implementation of concepts, solutions and systems that have been defined through research, strategy, ideation and innovation.
• Analyse data and provide recommendations to client executives on strategic initiatives and transformations.
• Drive business development, build and grow the pipeline. Drive the pursuit process to develop the proposal, approach, planning and commercials whilst ensuring adherence to the quality and risk management processes to protect the reputation of our firm.
• Build client relationships and establish the team as a trusted advisor in the market place.
• Convene diverse teams so their time is used productively and creates high value outputs.
• Collaborate across EY teams and solutions to increase value for our clients, contributing to building a better working world.
• Coach and develop our junior team members and assist them in crafting a career journey to assist others in achieving their purpose and objectives.

Skills and attributes for success

• A passion for people — our people are our greatest asset. We need you to be able to lead project teams to bring out the best in our people and help them to develop and grow.
• Ability to build exceptional client relationships — our clients are at the centre of what we do. Through the delivery of engagements, you will be responsible for managing key client relationships to make sure that we deliver quality and value.
• Ability to think strategically and to solve complex problems. You will demonstrate strong critical thinking skills focused on developing solutions, creating logical arguments or analysis, assimilating largest amounts to complex information, identifying or anticipating issues or challenges.
• Ability to communicate, making complex systems and situations simple to understand. You’ll communicate visually, verbally and in written reports.
• Ability to manage projects –we help our client solve their complex business challenges and then deliver the solution to have a positive impact.
• Ability to learn new ideas and capabilities rapidly through self–driven learning and research. You’ll need to be able to assimilate new ideas and information rapidly, making sense of the world around you and at clients.
• Leadership capabilities that accept responsibility, build high performing teams, scale through appropriate delegation and teamwork, share clear direction, gain support and commitment from others, provide feedback openly and learn from feedback from others whilst admitting mistakes in order to learn.
• Intellectual curiosity and passionate about solving complex problems. We are looking for people who are purpose driven and ask better questions to seek better answers
• An entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset.
• Enthusiasm and ability to collaborate well in teams. We are looking for inclusive people who value differences and have a real desire to both learn and coach others

Technical Requirements

• More than 10 years’ experience in strategy, innovation and/or transformation consulting.
• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Commerce or Sciences from a reputable tertiary institution
• Post graduate degree – either a Masters’ or Doctoral degree is preferred
• Additional certifications to support the skillsets required
• Experience in one or more of these sectors: Retail, Government & Public Sector and Financial Services

Your career at EY

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

What we offer

• Success as defined by you: we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Build a business and develop teams: an empowering, entrepreneurial working environment in which you will be rapidly building and growing a Business Transformation business that make a real impact in the market. You will inspire, coach and develop other team members to create a high performing business.
• Continuous learning: personalised career development including coaching, experiences and formal learning so you’ll develop the mindset and skills you’ll need to thrive in the future.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.