Lead Talent Consultant - Tax - Saudi National

Ernst & Young

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Ref: NP946-122

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

This role is intended to break bulk at the region level (where there is sufficient scale, maturity or need) by assigning multiple SLs/ countries to a Lead Talent Consultant.

Responsible for providing strategic advice and consultative guidance to the business on all talent matters that contribute to business strategy and objectives. Responsible for working closely with the business to deliver the talent agenda and help meet their growth objectives and future talent needs. Ensures effective and timely delivery of HR services to the business within the cluster, effectively leveraging the expertise of other talent functions, shared services support and technology to deliver these services.

Strategic partnering
• Work closely with the business and Strategic Talent Consultants to align the business strategy and talent priorities for the cluster
• Understand the business strategy/ drivers and advise on ways to meet their growth objectives; determine the workforce plan and forecasts to meet business needs
• Proactively monitor SL performance in the cluster, identifying people issues, providing the business with analysis, insights and advice to help drive business performance; coordinate with HR Enablement for any improvements in HR service delivery
• Collaborate with technical talent functions to determine appropriate talent solutions/ initiatives to execute on agreed talent priorities within the cluster
• Advise the business on implications of engagement surveys (GPS etc.), and design interventions / plans / actions as necessary
• Along with Total Reward team, provide advice to the business on compensation & benefit programs, flexible working, health and well being programs that will have an impact on employee engagement, retention and performance

Talent management and building a high performance culture.
• Work closely with the business and Talent Development (EYU) team to support the development of leadership within the SL
• Leverage the expertise of the Talent Development (EYU) function to advise on the development of high potentials and enabling a high performing culture within the business; ensure plans exist to build, monitor and manage talent pipeline for the business
• Advise the business in aligning performance metrics (and other people metrics) to business objectives
• Pro-actively manage activities to reduce under-performance within the cluster
• Work with the business and Mobility to enable cross-SL/BU transfers and international mobility programs

Achievement of effective HR service delivery.
• Obtain feedback regarding effective delivery of HR services to the business and communicate to the HR Enablement team
• Advise the cluster on PMDP process and facilitate performance/talent reviews and moderation discussions where necessary
• Work closely with technical functions to implement any specific initiatives for the business in the country
• Engage with the business in order to ensure service quality levels are of a high standard from the talent team and shared services

Emergency Responder
• Ensure compliance to local regulations and manages risks (e.g., performance management risk)
• Respond to complex and urgent employee queries pertaining to the business at a cluster level
• Support the business in the event of any high potential exits and take pro-active steps along with business to manage such instances
• Work with Employee Relations (or similar group) to manage any high risk employee relations issues and inquiries
• Monitor any escalated employee grievances, claims, disciplinary issues, union negotiation and consultation within the cluster
• Overall accountability for resolving time sensitive, local emergencies and sensitive separations in the cluster

Stakeholder Management and Networks
• Engage key business stakeholders outside of key meetings, processes and transactions to build open and trusting relationships
• Develop a relationship plan that covers key stakeholders and drives better connections
• Engage in wider EY networks at a region / country level to develop relations and influence decision making
• Work closely with the D&I Leader to advise the business on developing and implementing the region D&I agenda
• Actively participate in internal and external forums to share knowledge/ best practice in how to engage effectively with the business and develop a world class talent organization

Innovation and change
• Act as a change champion and lead any change management activity for the business (relating to restructuring, acquisitions etc.)
• Receive feedback from the business on service quality and collaborate with HR Enablement team to design solutions / interventions and identify areas of further investment
• Execute innovative HR programs where appropriate

Team management
• Manage, coach and develop the cluster talent consultant teams
• Drive close relationships with other SL support teams including Finance, Resourcing, Knowledge, Markets, Quality & Risk Management (as appropriate) to ensure integrated CBS support for the SL
• Contribute to wider firm team meetings and ensuring other talent consultants, technical functions are kept informed of business status relevant to their client group
• Collaborate with colleagues from other regions to share knowledge, ideas and successes

Requirements

• As per capability toolkit
• Significant experience of working in HR with deep knowledge of HR policies, processes and talent management practices

About the Company

EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region

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