Senior Consultant – Technology Consulting – EU Account Digital Team

The exceptional EY experience. It is yours to build.

As a global leader, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. This is what makes us different, and renders working here a unique, lifetime experience.

EY Consulting is a fast-moving, high-growth area within EY, and this has huge potential for you. It offers variety, challenge, responsibility, and the opportunity to realize your leadership potential. Our competency teams are focused on helping our clients to improve their business performance and operational efficiency, whilst managing risk.

Are you fascinated by Europe and the European Union Institutions, but also by technology, digitalization, and strategic business consultancy? Do you have the management consulting skills to resolve complex technology and business challenges in a team? Do you possess the right mindset, experience, and capabilities to transform our clients’ business into a digital enterprise? Are you willing to deepen your current IT/Business skills in a high-performing environment? Then the opportunity is now!

Tasks and responsibilities.

As part of the Sub-Service Line Technology Consulting, we currently offer a career opportunity for a motivated Senior Consultant to reinforce the multi-disciplinary and multilingual EU Account Digital Team, a fast-growing field of play within EY focused on building a bridge between business and technology on EU Digital agenda topics.

The position is a full-time employment based in Brussels area – Diegem (we recently moved into our new astonishing headquarters “The Wings”!).

The EU Account Digital Team, based in Brussels, acts as a centralized interface with the European Union Institutions, leading and coordinating the efforts of the EY global network on EU tenders and engagements.

If you decide to join our team, you will be involved in the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Provide technology services/advisory to the EU Institutions, Agencies, and Bodies;
• Bring knowledge of state-of-the-art technology trends and solutions (Digital Transformation, AI, Data & Analytics, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Interoperability, and emerging technologies);
• Contribute to engagements spanning several policy areas managed by various DGs and Agencies and IT domains by:
  • Planning, coordinating, executing, and monitoring the implementation of consulting services from launch to final delivery ensuring quality, budget, and time;
  • Enabling business and technology transformations using proven Program/Project Management methodologies and tools;
  • Gathering and analysing information and business requirements to formulate technology/strategy-based recommendations;
  • Delivering communication and outreach initiatives using stakeholders’ engagement techniques and tools;
  • Maintaining close relationships with key project stakeholders to ensure sustainable project success;
  • Collaborating with colleagues of the EY network across geographies and service lines and with external partners;
• Support Business Development activities by collaborating in the preparation of proposals to EU tenders as part of the Pursuit Team, Go-To-Market material, and Service Offering;
• Build relationships with existing and new clients to understand and address their needs;
• Guide and coach more junior team members in the delivery of projects and preparation of proposals;
• Attend relevant events/webinars to be up to date on industry/technology trends and to represent EY’s involvement;
• Support the development of EY practice and brand by participating in events/campus/recruiting activities.

Your profile, skills, and qualifications.

You will be the best fit for our team if:

• You have a master’s degree (Business Economics, Innovation Management, Management Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar) and an IT background with strong affinity with business/technology;
• You have between 2 and 5 years of relevant experience in client-facing business/technology consulting, Project Management, Government/Public Sector organizations, or working in digital/IT teams of international companies;
• You can conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis to prove/disprove the problems;
• You can facilitate workshops;
• You can structure work products and deliverables;
• You are certified or have a good knowledge of at least one of the following industry-standard certifications: PM2, PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, TOGAF, ITIL, COBIT;
• You have good communication and presentation skills and mastery of Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, OneDrive, Teams, Project);
• You are passionate about the latest technology trends and developments;
• You are knowledgeable about the European Union’s institutional set-up, key functions, and EU tendering procedures;
• You have excellent problem-solving orientation, project management, facilitation, and interpersonal skills;
• You have effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines;
• You are a team player, a problem solver, and proactive to take initiative;
• You have excellent speaking and writing skills in English (basic level of French or Dutch is a nice to have).

What we offer.

A career with EY is not comparable with any other; with us, your competencies and your areas of interest will determine your future. You can benefit from:

• Attractive remuneration package – We offer an attractive remuneration package, including phone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal and eco vouchers, and a flex plan that allows you to choose what you value most;
• Flexible working arrangements – We are proud of our flexible working arrangements, we will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities by offering flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week;
• Inspiring work environment – At EY, we provide you with an inspiring work environment – a diverse, multicultural workplace with more than 100 different nationalities – that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential;
• Learning and personal growth – You will benefit from an onboarding program, receive extensive training, and will be coached by a counselor, we offer a clear career path tailored to your unique skills with necessary guidance;
• Fun – You can participate in team activities, and company-wide events, and enjoy a drink during our monthly after-work events;
• Sustainability – We have a fleet of hybrid and electric cars, our flex plan makes it possible to choose the most sustainable option for you, giving the option to opt also for a train subscription or bike lease;
• Diversity and inclusion – At EY we are passionate about the inclusion and support of individuals of all groups, we do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status;
• Location – All of our offices are easily accessible by public transport and/or by car and have parking spaces equipped with charging stations;
• Best Workplace – You will be part of the 2023 number one rated Best Workplace in Belgium (Great Place to Work).

Here at EY, you will have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We will empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you will develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

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