Job description

Requisition ID:  554381

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. 

The opportunity

Our Learning & Development team is looking for an Oceania Assurance Learning & Development Lead

The Oceania Assurance L&D Lead is responsible for the overall strategic direction of learning and development for Assurance partners and staff.   The role requires a close working relationship with the Assurance Learning team and other key members of the L&D team (Career Development & Performance, Cross Service Line etc.) to ensure the timely deployment of the Assurance Learning Plan to relevant partners and staff. 

Building trusted relationships with Assurance Leadership and the People Leaders network is essential in this role to ensure priorities are strategically aligned.  The role also requires developing the Assurance people strategy in conjunction with the Assurance People Leader and Talent Account Team Leader as well as execution on major initiatives. 

This is a full-time permanent role, open to Australia locations.

Your key responsibilities

Develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders in Assurance (Assurance Executive Leadership, Assurance People Leader network)

Consult closely with the Assr People Partner and the Assurance Talent Consulting team to deliver on planned people initiatives around development (for eg. deployment of Unconscious Bias to partners)

Coach Assurance partners in career conversations

In consultation with Oceania Assurance Leader, build the capability of the Assurance Executive Leadership to embed collective leadership principles and practices, through the delivery of the Executive Leadership Program

Develop and execute a strategy to promote development for the Assurance partner pipeline, in conjunction with the Partner Development Leader

Support the development of the Assr Learning plan and budget, including alignment to EY Learning and business strategy and prioritisation of Region SL Learning investments

Facilitate partner learning sessions/ meetings as required

Consult and assist People Leader network and HRBPs with driving high potential programs

Contribute to general L&D activities, such as facilitating firmwide courses, counselling, coaching as part of firmwide programs with the ability to impact and engage diverse audiences from graduates through to experienced partners

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role you must have

Demonstrated success in building internal and external relationships at a senior level with a proven track record of success as a trusted business advisor

Excellent leadership skills

Ability to implement large complex multiple projects and initiatives at any one time

Excellent interpersonal and team building skills

Demonstrated ability in executive coaching

Excellent coaching and influencing skills

Must be able to make decisions and overcome obstacles with minimal supervision

Strong influencing skills are required to work with Assurance Leaders

Must be able to guide the Assurance Learning team deliver on the learning priorities

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

A minimum of five or more years’ experience in the L&D environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

Coaching certifications preferred – LSI, Exec Dimensions, TRACOM, IECL

What we offer

Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Continuous learning: personalised career development including coaching, experiences and formal learning so you’ll develop the mindset and skills you’ll need to thrive in the future.

Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

At EY, you’ll be rewarded and recognised based on your performance and our comprehensive benefits package can be tailored to your individual needs.

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or  phone +61 3 8650 7788 (option 4).

We understand the importance of social distancing at this time so our recruitment and onboarding process may be managed virtually so we can continue to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of EY people, clients, guests and the broader public.  

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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