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The Executive Talent Team (ETT) is a team of approximately 50 talent professionals whose purpose is to enable global leaders of Executive functions to deliver on their commercial priorities, while bringing the employee value proposition to life for our people. They work with talent colleagues around the world to deliver integrated talent solutions for global teams within the Executive.

The Executive Operations Team provides talent support to the Executive Layer functions and Executive Talent team (ETT) Centers of Expertise (COE). The team works closely with the Executive functions and COE’s on several priority initiatives and standard talent activities (i.e., performance management, talent management, data management). We also collaborate with the Area and Regional Talent Teams through our distributed model to ensure there is consistency across the globe for all employees within the Executive.

The opportunity

We are looking for a Talent Coordinator that is dedicated to the Talent function and PPEDD processes and will support multiple PPEDD related projects and activities with different stakeholders. It requires an individual who is analytical can balance multiple priorities, provide consistent and high-quality support to the Executive PPEDD Lead, Talent Consultants, and other stakeholders, and demonstrate a high level of accuracy and strong attention to detail. Automation of current processes will be required and an ability to interpret data is key. This role works independently with minimum supervision.

Your key responsibilities

• Supports the project management and delivery of Executive PPEDD processes (PPEDD promotions, LEAD for PPEDDs, succession planning, approval process for new PPEDD roles, other ad-hoc PPEDD activities & requests)
• Is part of the Core LEAD and LEAD for PPEDD team – working closely with TD&L and GDS to deploy and support LEAD initiatives across the Executive; also responsible for scheduling team calls and agenda setting
• Manages relationships with ETT, Global and Area teams to gain a broader understanding of Function/Global/Area requirements and approach, and considers impact on Executive processes
• Acts as the first point of contact for ETT and Area stakeholders on queries related to Executive PPEDD processes
• Supports the Executive PPEDD Lead with continuous improvement by challenging and/or refining existing practices, and by proposing and implementing new solutions
• Creates detailed analysis data to be shared with the Executive leadership panel at multiple points throughout the fiscal year, to support leadership discussions and inform decisions
• Drafts content and communications templates for Talent Consultants and Executive functions to leverage
• Creates and delivers content for awareness sessions and webcasts related to Executive PPEDD processes
• Actively participates in network calls with Global and Area stakeholders, seizing opportunities to grow knowledge
• Provides ad-hoc reporting data related to PPEDDs to support other activities on request
• Actively supports any change efforts due to be rolled out globally (e.g. LEAD enhancements) by sharing the benefits and promoting ways to reduce barriers to implementation
• Develops and maintain relationships across the ETT; sharing best practices, helping to keep others on track with due dates and deliverables. Where possible promotes and demonstrates an inclusive and global mindset
• Develops an in-depth knowledge of the EY organization. Seeks to understand how the firm is changing, anticipate opportunities, and put plans in place to help deliver on goals and objectives
• Supports the Talent function in annual talent processes (i.e., LEAD, EY People Survey, etc.) and ensures deliverables and deadlines are met.
• Works with the HR/COE teams to prepare function/COE specific reporting such as headcount, LEAD reports, and other related management reporting. This may involve gathering data from various sources, analyzing trends, and creating Executive summaries which are used on a quarterly basis to help leadership understand the people aspects of their business.
• Validates functional HR data and liaises with the HR team, Regional Talent teams and functions as needed to co-ordinate necessary data corrections.
• Participates in meetings with stakeholders to develop closer relationships and better understand stakeholder issues. Connects with stakeholders, seizing opportunities to grow knowledge.
  

Skills and attributes for success
To qualify for the role you must have

• Strong analytical skills
• Identify technical issues and can resolve and/or escalate appropriately
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint
• Identify areas of improvement and can automate processes
• Use existing technology and tools for efficiency
• Ability to manage day-to-day conflicting priorities by organizing work and informing others, following through
• to resolution
• Ability to create and deliver presentations that address questions and concerns of the audience
• Relationship building skills and able to build network across EY
• Good listening and communication skills (writing, speaking, presenting, listening, responding)
• Ability to work both independently and within teams, including virtual teams, with a focus on our culture and values
• Proactive in dealing with issues and opportunities. Helps colleagues and work groups identify and resolve sources of conflict, especially when it takes them off track
• Experience of working to tight deadlines, under pressure and delivering high quality outputs with a focus on attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to see the bigger picture and anticipate/resolve issues that may arise
• Enables the delivery of exceptional client service by using appropriate tools and resources
• Provide objective and constructive feedback in a timely manner
• Fluent in written and spoken English
  

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience of working in a people related role with project experience
• Experience of working in a cross-border, virtual environment would be beneficial
• Experience of working in a consulting organization or in professional services
  

What we look for

We are interested in people who can combine problem solving with the ability to work virtually with stakeholders across diverse cultures and backgrounds to deliver timely, high quality work products to meet objectives; who have a “can-do” attitude and who want to develop their career within a global, virtual team of talent professionals.

What we offer

As part of this role, you'll work in a highly integrated, global team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Please apply to this role only through the ‘Apply’ link (not through the local office). Your application will then be routed to the appropriate recruiting team.

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