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Manager or Senior Manager - Business Transformation

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi

With your contribution and my contribution, together we will thrive.

Hei Oranga Iwi | The opportunity

As a Manager or Senior Manager in Business Transformation at EY, you will lead the team in delivering successful outcomes through some of New Zealand’s largest and most complex transformation projects within the Financial Services environment. Whether it's unlocking operational efficiencies or driving growth through transformation, you will have the opportunity to shape your career and make a significant impact.

We are seeking individuals with a passion for excellence, curiosity, and the drive to improve processes and outcomes. You should be a leader who thrives on challenges, possesses strategic thinking capabilities, and enjoys working closely with clients to achieve results. This role is based in Auckland.

Ko Tō Rourou | Your key responsibilities

You can expect a diverse range of responsibilities that allow you to make a meaningful difference. On any given day, your duties may include:

• Lead the team in the successful delivery of business transformation projects across various areas, including:
  • Business strategy development
  • Large programme planning and execution
  • Operating model design
  • Strategic cost transformation and operational efficiency
  • Process optimisation and ways of working
  • Business case development
• Oversee complex transformation programs spanning the entire lifecycle - from strategy through design and into implementation.
• Drive business development and account management activities, including pursuits, proposals, and managing key client relationships.

To be considered for this role, you must have extensive hands-on experience in leading and delivering projects and programs involving business transformation, preferably within the financial services sector.

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• A structured approach to critical problem-solving.
• Management consulting experience gained through a Big 4 or boutique consulting firm is highly desirable.
• Strong capabilities in understanding business strategy and operations of financial services organisations, with the ability to leverage insights for strategic decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical and business concepts clearly and confidently to both internal and external stakeholders.

Ko Taku Rourou | What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences www.ey.com/nz/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/nz/benefits
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today

We have 1 position available. The salary range for this role is expected to be NZD 110,000 to NZD 180,000 dependent on skills and experience. This full-time role is for a minimum of 37.5 hours per week.

EY | Building a better working world

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