EY Consulting, Business Consulting: Transformation Strategy (GPS) New Graduate | Full-Time - 2021- Ottawa, Halifax

Job description

Please note : Applications must be submitted in ONE PDF file (Cover Letter, Resume, Unofficial Transcripts)

The pace and scale of change today is staggering. But one thing that doesn’t change at EY is the value we place on the uniquely human ability to offer insight and empathy while using technology to make a positive impact. Recognized as one of Canada's top employers, EY continually strives to be a great place to work. EY’s people in more than 150 countries are committed to operating with integrity, quality, and professionalism in the provision of audit, tax, transaction, and consulting services. We strive to help all our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone's contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth, and provides continuous opportunities for development. 

Being part of a dynamic, growing organization offers an exciting career path full of opportunity. EY Consulting Services is a $4 billion global practice with 18,000 professionals. With an overall Consulting market of $150 billion, there is tremendous potential for growth - and we're prepared to tap into that potential. Our Consulting team takes a strategic approach to helping clients improve and sustain their business performance. 

Now more than ever, we need talented people from diverse backgrounds to help our clients navigate the complexities of this transformative age: people with the passion, curiosity and drive to make things better. In return, we’ll provide you with an exceptional experience that will develop and enrich you, whenever you join or however long you stay. And, should you choose to leave, you’ll be a part of a powerful network of more than 1 million alumni around the world. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. 

About the Government and Public Sector practice (GPS)

From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector (GPS) practice of EY provides a full range of consulting and broader services to help our Federal, Provincial and broader public sector clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. To effectively deliver value for money and support stakeholders to achieve benefits, governments and businesses and public sector (GPS) need efficient finance functions that meet the complex needs of their operations. 

We are seeking Staff Consultants within our Transformation Architecture service line. 

As a Transformation Architecture professional, you'll work with business and government leaders to provide insights into technological transformation. Through formal and on the job training, and experience of working with a range of global organizations, we'll help you achieve your potential. If you are looking for a cutting-edge environment and to provide strategic advice in the areas of technological transformation, this just might be the role you’ve been searching for.

We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams. We hold our work to the highest of professional standards, utilizing operational know-how from across our global organization, and driving innovation with our creative and bold ideas. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of providing value for people and businesses in Canada, delivering essential public services, and helping those in need. EY is helping our government to build a better working world.

We are currently seeking Staff Consultants to join our GPS consulting practice. As a member of the Transformation Architecture team, you will work with government and public sector clients to support large scale transformations of strategy, business and operating models, cost and performance. Key areas of focus include:

·  Transformation management,
·  Strategy setting and planning
·  Business and operating model development and implementation
·  Benchmarking, market study, and jurisdictional analysis
·  Scenario planning and analysis
·  Innovation strategy
·  Cost reduction, management, optimization

Responsibilities

·  Establish strong relationships with clients and consistently deliver quality client service.
·  Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure stakeholders are informed about progress and expected outcomes.
·  Conduct research and remain current on industry trends relevant to our clients’ business.
·  Demonstrate strong business acumen and an ability and interest in continuous learning and, incorporate new knowledge in the work environment. 
·  Improve clients' efficiency and effectiveness through the design of their operations, processes, information technology and business functions
·  Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis
·  Seek opportunities for development and be open to feedback.

Qualifications 

·  An undergraduate or graduate degree in business, public administration, engineering, computer science, information systems, or another related degree
·  Relevant industry experience is a differentiator
·  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
·  Proficient in MS Office, including MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint 
·  Tech savviness – willingness to learn how to use relevant tools/software, as needed
·  Demonstrated project management, teaming, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
·  Demonstrated integrity, values, principles, and work ethic
·  Willingness and ability to learn and work independently with minimal supervision
·  Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines
·  Integrity within a professional environment
·  Applicants must have already graduated and be available to start within the next few months 
·  Successful candidates must be available to travel, when safe, within and outside of Canada and work additional hours when necessary
·  A willingness to travel to meet client needs (when it is safe); The GPS practice is national, and travel may be required in the future for work outside of your office location

To apply, please attach your most recent cover letter, résumé, and unofficial transcripts in one PDF file.

Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

To apply please visit our Student Careers Page: www.ey.com/ca/apply

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·  Attach your most recent cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript in one PDF file

We are hiring in Ottawa and Halifax , please indicate your location preferences in the pre-screening questions. 

This posting will officially close on June 2nd at 11:59 pm PST.

To learn more about EY and our Consulting Services practice, visit us today athttps://www.ey.com/en_ca/consulting

EY is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.