The opportunity
The Strategy and Transactions Learning Consultant is primarily responsible for developing the learning strategy for the Strategy and Transactions (SaT) practice in Canada, overseeing the deployment of SaT related learning and building relationships with the business. This role reports to the Talent Development & Learning Leader and strategically aligns with the SaT Managing Partner, sub-service line and competency leaders, Talent Team as well as with the Global and Americas learning groups.
This role is responsible for leading a team in the development and delivery of learning events including forecasts, target audience identification, and budget management, while ensuring the overall needs of the business and people are met in the most effective manner. The SaT Learning Leader regularly engages with leaders, practitioners, other Talent functions and subject matter resources across geographies to ensure business alignment and deployment preparedness. The leader in this position promotes a continuous learning culture and is accountable for ensuring a consistent, high-quality learning experience in conjunction with the career development framework at EY. This role also supervises, coaches and mentors at least two people supporting the SaT learning practice and may be called to advise on other learning projects across the firm from time to time. The role is a full-time position and occasionally requires early morning or evening commitments.
Your key responsibilities
Teaming with the business
Connect with the Canadian SaT sub-service line and competency leaders and Talent to define learning needs and priorities
Work with the SaT practice to deliver training and strategic priorities
Execute on and communicate learning plans, budget, and strategy in an agile manner for skills development and growth in the SaT practice
Collaborate with SaT learning at the Global and Americas levels on strategy, learning deliverables, methods, approaches, instructor management, processes, tools, and sharing of ideas and best practices
Collaborate with the wider Canadian learning team to find efficient, effective modes of developing world-class learning and development opportunities and processes
Strategic thinking and decision making
Set the strategic priorities for SaT learning and work with the team to ensure delivery of learning, with a particular knowledge of innovative training in matrix organizations
Translate the needs of the business into learning and development solutions
Develop and manage the SaT learning budget in collaboration with Finance, SaT Managing Partner and Director of Talent
Make key decisions and suggestions based on a solid understanding of firm and business objectives
Skills and attributes for success
Strong business acumen and an understanding of the SaT service line and its strategies and priorities, and how they translate into learning and development needs
Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and build consensus
Strong relationship management, interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to manage and influence key decision makers
Ability to develop and leverage strong internal and external networks
Creative, innovative and strategic thinker
Excellent organizational, project and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple issues and tasks
Strong attention to detail
Proven track record leading teams and executing priorities on time and on budget
Ability to work in a multicultural and diverse environment and flex style as appropriate (with sensitivity to cultural differences)
Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
To qualify for the role, you must have
5+ years of similar experience in a Learning Consultant role
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Flexibility to work additional hours, accustomed to work in consulting or comparable high demand environments
Strong background in learning and development, certification in learning programs and tools is preferred
Demonstrated ability and confidence working with technology and learning new software
Advanced capabilities in Excel and PowerPoint
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 allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:
Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
Diversity and Inclusion at EY
Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. From our actions to combat systemic racism and our advocacy for the LGBT+ community to our innovative Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence and Accessibility initiatives, we welcome and embrace the diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds and perspectives that make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.
EY Way of Work and your health and safety
EY Way of Work recognizes flexibility in the way we collaborate, innovate and deliver with the ability to work in-person and remotely. To support a healthy and safe in-person working environment, EY has implemented various layers of health and safety controls while working in the office or at client or other locations. A critical component of EY’s workplace safety program includes our COVID-19 vaccination policy which requires all personnel to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless an accommodation based on a reason protected by human rights legislation is provided.
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
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