Job description

Requisition ID:  412681

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 

The FSO (Financial Services Office) Oceania Assurance Operations Leader works to support the Financial Services Oceania Assurance Leader to develop and execute their market strategies. The role will include collaboration with the business on their strategic priorities and to project manage the implementation and operationalization of changes to business processes and controls underpinning the priority strategies. 

The role falls within the Financial Services Assurance practice and will report to the FSO APAC Assurance Operations Leader. This role is offered at the Associate Director level on a full-time basis in our Sydney office.

Your key responsibilities 

• Managing the business requirements and solutions that will deliver on the change initiatives for the Financial Services Assurance practice 
• Leading a team who manage day to day operational activities for the Assurance practice
• Managing projects and working to operationalise these projects with a focus on efficient business processes
• Liaising with Assurance Leaders and other Region Assurance Operation Leaders to instil best practice and management in the way we work
• Managing the budget for Financial Services Assurance Oceania practice
• Contribute to the strategic thinking and shaping of the practice as part of the NextWave ambition

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role you must have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business or finance (or similar)
• Previous demonstrated experience in operations (5-7 years)
• Experience managing and leading others
• Excellent project management skills, proven team building and interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills  
• High versatility and an ability to influence a diverse group of senior stakeholders 
• Strong focus on understanding business processes and drive the right solution outcomes
• Ability to self-manage, strong sense of accountability, good initiative and can work independently

Ideally, you’ll also have: 

• Strong understanding of professional services 
• Ability to create cohesive teams with influence
• Demonstrated success in building relationships   

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). 

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