Location: Dallas
SaT Consultation Network – Senior Manager
Join our Risk Management team and help protect EY from risks that arise from its professional services. Risk Management teams provide coordinated advice and assistance on independence, conflicts, regulatory and risk management issues, as well as supporting our people in managing the risks that arise in our daily working lives. You will work closely with all parts of the organization to identify, manage and monitor risk by providing coordinated advice and assistance on independence, compliance, regulatory, and ethical issues.
You will have the opportunity to develop your career by working closely with Independence and Service Line professionals on a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That's how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to 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.
Job Summary
As a Manager member of the Independence Consultation Network, you will use your creativity and experience to help our client serving teams to deliver high quality, permissible services, as well as participating in various other special projects. You will have the opportunity to consult on various independence policies and procedures in variety of other independence matters all the while helping others to make educated, thoughtful decisions on Risk Management.
The projects you will work on are complex in nature and may impact relationships with or services to major clients. In this role, you will have fairly broad decision-making authority, subject to review by Americas Independence Leaders. You will work close with Independence Leaders and collaborate with other Region Independence professionals and deliver sound advice to help us maintain our Independence. Our brand depends on it. It’s all part of our long-term commitment to building a better working world and in return, you can expect plenty of opportunities to take on new responsibilities and develop your career.
Your key responsibilities
Your role will include a variety of areas of Independence including consultations for the Strategy and Transactions (SaT) team. You will also have the opportunity to participate in Public Company Independence Procedures. SaT – You will assist service line teams in complying with firm and regulator Independence policies by reviewing work products related to EY offerings/solutions, proposals and statements of work as it relates to Independence to identify independence threats, considerations and safeguards, preparing and presenting training materials, reviewing new tools and technologies developed, and preparing agendas for and participating in connection meetings with global, regional and competency service line leaders. In performing these duties, you'll interact with executive level personnel around the globe, serving as an ambassador for Independence. You may also lead a team, assign and delegate work assignments, review performance, train others and act as a counselor and mentor.
Skills and attributes for success
Use knowledge gained from in-depth client service or infrastructure experience, to resolve Independence policy and procedure issues, violations and concerns Manage client relationships so that expectations are met or exceeded by advising what to expect and by when, and through listening and responding to client needs Understand key requirements of regulators’ independence rules and firm policies and be knowledgeable about Risk Management areas outside of independence Identifies emerging risks and proposes solutions to address these
To qualify for the role, you must have
Project management skills to successfully handle multiple projects and initiatives concurrently Exemplary documentation and communication skills Working knowledge of process documentation, system implementation skills not required but beneficial Ability to think strategically and handle complex concepts Problem solving skills to address matters across multiple service lines, industry sectors and geographic areas Experience at driving and adapting to change Ability to deliver tough messages to executive leaders within the firm English language skills - excellent written and verbal communication Strong listening and interpretation skills Good working knowledge of computers and common software packages 7 to 10 plus years related experience Bachelor's degree
Ideally, you’ll have
The ability to exercise significant levels of independent judgment and discretion when analyzing complex issues and risk across industry and service lines The ability to use your knowledge and experience and refer to the firm's Independence and related policies and regulations, to identify appropriate opportunities and solutions Background in Assurance
What we look for
We are looking for our best analytical minds coupled with an understanding of business and technology to boost our efficiency and productivity and assist our engagement teams in delivering value to our clients. We want motivated professionals who want to do more but in a different capacity. Because of the pace of change, you will always be busy, but we also recognize the need for personal flexibility. We are interested in people that will take responsibility for complex Risk Management/Independence projects or significant aspects of highly complex projects, develop materials that reflect thought leadership, deliver training and presentations to leaders and service lines on new developments and their impact. We seek the unique professional with an optimistic outlook coupled with unwavering commitment to our professional obligations.
What we offer We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $125,100 to $240,800. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $150,100 to $273,600. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. 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. EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today. For those living in California, please click here for additional information. EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com