Global HR Manager

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We are seeking an energetic and motivated Talent professional who desires an opportunity to support several key stakeholders within the firm! The Executive Talent Team (ETT) provides talent support to the Executive Leadership and nearly 30 different functions that form the Executive, each of which are at various stages of globalization and transformation. The approximately 20,000 people within the Executive are employed in member firms throughout the world (in 100+ countries). Our mission is to create the highest performing teams and delivering exceptional client service worldwide to this complex virtual organization. We do this by working closely with the function leaders on a number of priority initiatives and standard talent activities (e.g., performance management, talent management). We also work closely with the Regional Talent Teams through our distributed model to ensure that local processes such as employee relations support are available, as required, to our leaders and people.

The opportunity

As part of the ETT, you will have an opportunity to directly interface with Senior firm leadership to provide high quality talent support. We currently are seeking an experienced Talent Consultant for several key functions within Global Markets.

Your key responsibilities

This critical role:

• Serves as primary contact point for designated senior leaders within Global Markets

• Provides coaching and counseling to senior leadership team on global talent issues and initiatives

• Analyzes information, makes recommendations and helps implement global plans and change initiatives that will drive business results.

• Makes key decisions and suggestions based on a solid understanding of talent principles, business objectives and needs analysis.

• Supports talent processes, including but not limited to:

  • Performance management

  • Career development, coaching, and mentoring

  • Integration of global processes and programs

  • Partner, Director and staff promotions

  • Succession planning

  • Workforce planning

• Develops and maintains relationships with sponsors and stakeholders; manages their expectations; negotiates with and influences them to overcome any issues that arise within specific talent initiatives

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's/University degree, or equivalent work experience; Advanced degree preferred
• 7-10 years proven HR generalist/business partnering experience (e.g., performance management, employee relations)
• Excellent project, stakeholder and change management skills
• Relationship building skills; ability to interact with all levels credibly
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Relevant experience – having delivered/managed numerous talent initiatives and processes
• Prior work history in a consulting organization or in professional services
• Proven ability to work effectively in a cross-border, virtual environment
• Strong listening and communication skills (writing, speaking, presenting, listening, responding)
• The ability to work both independently and within teams, including virtual teams
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Influencing skills; ability to work with ambiguity, and build consensus across diverse, often global, groups

What we look for

Individuals who are energetic, enthusiastic and have the courage to lead. An effective, high performing Talent Consultant will be eager to provide high quality service to internal clients while at the same time having the opportunity to further their own personal and professional growth and development.

What we offer

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 medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. 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.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please apply to this role only through the "Apply" link (not through the local office). Youe application will be routed to the appropriate recruiting team

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