Consultant – People Consulting – Melbourne

What if we didn’t focus on who you are now, but who you could become?

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We bring together extraordinary people, like you, to build a better working world.

The Team: People Consulting 

We work globally and collaborate to bring professional teams together to address complex issues relating to organisation and workforce transformations, end-to-end employee lifecycles, effective talent deployment and mobility, gaining value from evolving and virtual workforces, and the changing role of HR in support of business strategy. Our EY professionals ask better questions and work with clients to create holistic, innovative answers that deliver quality results

What’s in it for you? 

• We’re making significant investments to build a team with the right resources. Joining now means being able to seize the opportunities that accompany that growth and shape the future of this fast-growing practice
• You’ll work with people who inspire and bring out the best in you, develop new and different skillsets with access to the latest digital tools and technology and learning platforms
• You’ll experience our diverse and inclusive culture. We believe that only the highest-performing teams that maximize the power of different perspectives can succeed in this fast-changing environment

The Role:

As a Consultant within People Consulting you will be responsible for conducting research, analysing data, and assisting in the development and delivery of client workforce strategy and OD projects. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will bring innovative ideas to address complex client challenges and deliver impactful solutions that drive value and results.

Your key responsibilities: 

• Conducting research and data analysis: Gather and analyse data related to organizational structures, employee engagement, workforce planning, talent management, and other people-related areas. Use data to develop insights and recommendations for clients.
• Assisting in the development and delivery of client projects: Collaborate with other project team members to support the design and implementation of client engagements. Contribute to the creation of project plans, deliverables, and presentations.
• Understanding and support client challenges: Build rapport with clients by understanding their business and needs. Respond promptly to client requests, provide clear explanations, and communicate suggested actions to the project team. Participate in client meetings and contribute valuable insights.
• Contributing to business development: Assist in researching and collating relevant information to support business development activities. Contribute to the development of business cases and proposals. Identify client needs and provide feedback to the team to effectively respond to client requirements.

What we’re looking for

• Strong communication and listening skills: Demonstrated ability to ask better questions, actively listen to colleagues and clients, and effectively communicate ideas and recommendations.
• Continuous learning mindset: Proactive approach to personal development by fulfilling recommended experiences and learning curricula. Openness to coaching and feedback to enhance professional growth.
• Collaborative and positive attitude: Ability to collaborate with colleagues, build working relationships based on communication and mutual accountability, and contribute energy and new ideas to team efforts and meetings.
• Inclusive mindset: Respect for differences in individual styles and backgrounds. Demonstrated understanding and respect for different working styles and backgrounds of colleagues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities: Proficiency in data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Ability to identify client issues, analyse trends, and deliver clear explanations and recommendations.
• Ability to manage complex senior stakeholder networks and relationships: Experience in managing and navigating complex senior stakeholder networks. Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport and influence key stakeholders.
• Foundational understanding of major People Consulting practice areas such as workforce strategy and organisational design and with an interest in change management, learning, leadership development and culture
• Experience working in a professional services consulting environment or internal consulting function: Previous experience in a professional services consulting environment or working in an internal consulting function is highly desirable. Familiarity with consulting industry practices is beneficial.
• Proactive approach to client needs: Demonstrated ability to understand and respond promptly to client requests. Actively providing feedback to the team about clients’ needs to ensure effective response and service.

What we can offer you

• Discover how at EY a career is yours to build at www.ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/au/flexibility
• Read our DE&I statement at www.ey.com/au/diversityinclusionstatement
• Explore the benefits at www.ey.com/au/benefits

Acknowledgement of Country 

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at www.ey.com/au/reconciliation 

Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours. 

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging— where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. 

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