Government & Infrastructure - People Consulting - Staff

EY•Huntsville, VA

8d•$71,500 - $134,200•Hybrid

About The Position

The Government & Infrastructure practice of Ernst & Young LLP provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. They deliver real change and measurable results through diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across their global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. They enable government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for military, veterans and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help government build a better working world. In joining this team, individuals will gain valuable experiences and a wealth of knowledge by working across capabilities, service offerings, and agencies. They will help crucial government departments and agencies continuously achieve and sustain performance improvement in a rapidly changing environment. Working in multidisciplinary teams, often directly with leaders of major organizations, they will bring diverse perspectives to every challenge. The practice is uniquely and strategically positioned to advise government and public sector leaders in the face of increasing disruptions, an ever-changing workforce and evolving business landscape. Whether one's passion is devising and driving large scale change strategies, organizational design or transforming HR organizations, the practice cultivates innovation and purpose. It offers an environment that is both entrepreneurial and collaborative, and will help individuals achieve their potential by supporting their professional development and providing leadership opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant post-graduate qualification is a plus.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher.
Relevant professional service experience – including, for example, previous work with a Big Four firm, global management consultancy firm, or niche consultancy, or performing an in-house role in which you gained exposure to a large-scale project(s).
Between 1-2 years of prior experience in change management, organizational design, HR operating and delivery model, HR process efficiency and policy.
Personal success in current job with experience in change management, organizational design, HR operating and delivery model, HR process efficiency and policy.
Willingness to travel 20 – 30% or more.
Work may be required to be completed at client, EY and/or contractor sites.
Demonstrate working knowledge, aptitude, and/or experience in some of our key capabilities. For example, organizational change management, organizational design, HR operating delivery model, HR process efficiency, and take a practical, business-driven approach to solving complex client challenges.
Take a practical approach to solving issues and gaining client agreement.
Encourage and facilitate collaboration among team members; promote an inclusive working environment.
Be able to identify and help manage any potential issues and risks during a client assignment.
Bring people issues and challenges to the forefront.
Have the confidence to keep the people agenda front and center.
Possess interpersonal skills and communications savvy to integrate well with executive priorities and objectives.

Nice To Haves

Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.

Responsibilities

Support the design and implementation of HR operating models and organizational structures.
Improve HR process efficiency.
Manage people risks.
Support change efforts to help organizations successfully transition to a future state.
Advise organizations on a range of challenges associated with major transformations.
Engage and build relationships with colleagues and clients.
Advise key stakeholders.
Deliver innovative and insightful, yet practical solutions for a range of challenges, simple and complex, by supporting change management strategies and approaches.
Contribute to business development and client pursuit activities by preparing proposals, presentations for potential clients and thought leadership brochures.
Support and lead certain engagement activities from planning through to implementation.