Learning Deployment Specialist - Senior Associate Fixed Term Contract jobs at Ey in Czechia, Prague

EY-Parthenon – Strategy and Execution – Software Strategy Group – Experienced Associate

With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments every step of the way – enabling you to shape your future with confidence.

Your key responsibilities

As an Experienced Associate, with EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution Software Strategy Group, you will engage in conversations with private equity investors and tech leaders, conduct thorough market and competitive research using diverse sources, assess company strengths to advise on growth and technology strategies, and clearly present your conclusions to both the team and clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Building Trusted Relationships - cultivate strong working relationships with clients and support to key decision makers
• Strong Problem Solving and Storytelling - be proactive about solving problems from beginning to end (problem identification, hypothesis development, synthesis, and recommendation with a compelling narrative)
• Outcomes-driven - develop an initial perspective that translates client needs into approach for project delivery
• Project Management - transform strategy into a detailed workplan, manage timeline, and escalate risks to manager and stakeholders as needed
• Effective through Collaboration - be part of project teams comprising colleagues from across the EY-Parthenon sub-service lines
• Business and Commercially Driven - working in a fast-paced, exciting environment with strong business acumen to drive value to our clients.
• Business Development - contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work
• Learning - learn and develop technical and personal skills to support achievement of career goals, through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experiences

To qualify for the role, you must have

• , Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analyticsand at least 1 year of related work experience; or a graduate degree and some related work experience.
• Experience in client-facing environments or technical roles in similar industries (e.g., consulting, banking, tech)
• Demonstrated interest in the tech industry through startup experience, internships, course work, extracurricular activities or research and writing on the subject
• A strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative research and analysis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Effective organization and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.

Ideally, you will have

• The ability to assess complex situations and business problems to formulate potential solutions for our clients
• The ability and the confidence to establish meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues

• Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot

Whole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by digital technology. As a technology consulting professional, you’ll help businesses realize the value they can gain from their IT investments — supporting strategy and being a key growth driver. As part of a high-performing team, you’ll deliver exceptional client service — providing advice on how technology enablement, digital transformation and enterprise intelligence contribute to performance improvement, as well as how technology can act as multiplying effect during major program transformations.

As organizations look to leverage the advantage technology offers, we’ll work with you to develop the consultancy and analytical skills that you’ll need in today’s environment. Working on projects that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM):

• Develop and implement supplier management strategies to optimize supplier performance, cost-effectiveness, and risk mitigation.
• Oversee supplier selection, evaluation, onboarding, and contract negotiations.
• Establish strong supplier relationships to drive innovation and long-term value creation.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Monitor and enhance supplier performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and scorecards.

Materials Management (MM):

• Lead and manage end-to-end materials management processes, including procurement, inventory control, and logistics coordination.
• Optimize inventory levels to minimize stock-outs and excess inventory while ensuring operational efficiency.
• Oversee material requirements planning (MRP) and ensure timely procurement of goods and services.
• Implement SAP MM best practices to streamline procurement and inventory workflows.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including finance, operations, and IT, to ensure seamless material management.

SAP System Management & Continuous Improvement:

• Ensure proper configuration and utilization of SAP SRM and SAP MM modules to support business operations.
• Work with IT teams to troubleshoot system issues and enhance functionality based on business needs.
• Drive process automation and digital transformation initiatives in procurement and materials management.
• Provide training and support to users to maximize SAP system effectiveness.

Strategic Planning & Leadership:

• Develop procurement and materials management strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead a team of procurement and materials management professionals, ensuring high performance and continuous development.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements to enhance efficiency and profitability.
• Monitor market trends, supplier risks, and industry developments to adapt procurement strategies accordingly.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in procurement, supplier management, and materials management, preferably in an SAP-enabled environment.
• Strong expertise in SAP SRM and SAP MM modules with hands-on configuration and process optimization experience.
• Proven leadership experience in managing procurement teams and supplier relationships.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices, contract negotiation, and risk management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Certifications:

• SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP SRM and SAP MM
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent
• Project Management Professional (PMP) (optional but beneficial)

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning:You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you:We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership:We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

You'll collaborate within a high-performing, cohesive team that caters to a diverse array of global and local corporate clients, as well as private equity clients. This dynamic environment promises a wide range of challenging experiences, providing continuous learning, development opportunities, and a profound sense of accomplishment.“

Responsibilities:

• Contributing to Strategic Projects: Actively participate in strategic initiatives aimed at market entry, growth, and expansion plans. Develop and present client-focused solutions for both projects and business development.
• Executing Detailed Analyses : Plan and execute qualitative and quantitative analyses, feasibility studies, and strategic recommendations.
• Display Problem-Solving Thinking: Apply a problem-solving mindset to dissect complex challenges encountered during market entry evaluations or strategic projects.
• Strategic Input and Execution: Offer strategic input and assist in the execution of growth plans, mergers, or acquisitions.
• Continuous Learning and Team Collaboration : Embrace a proactive approach to learning, keeping abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies.
• Project Leadership: Lead small teams to deliver project milestones.
• Client Relationship Skills: A demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships, fostering trust and credibility through effective communication, understanding client needs, and delivering a high-quality service.
• Team Development : Cultivate an inclusive team culture and contribute towards internal firm initiatives.

Qualifications:

• You have completed a university degree.
• You possess a minimum of 2 years' experience in strategy consulting , transaction advisory, or corporate finance.
• Demonstrate proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative analysis .
• You speak and write English well, as we are a regional team and all communication is in English.
• You exhibit common sense and can stay level-headed during periods of complex and intense work. Often, you will need to rapidly familiarize yourself with unfamiliar topics.
• You communicate effectively and can build strong relationships with clients and team members.
• And most importantly, it must be a good match . You will spend a lot of time with us, so you must get along with the team personally

Preferred Qualities:

• Global Perspective : An appreciation for diverse cultures and a global mindset that enables understanding and navigating international markets effectively. This includes sensitivity to cultural nuances and an openness to exploring opportunities beyond regional boundaries.
• Adaptability to Ambiguity : Proven capacity to thrive in ambiguous situations or uncertain environments, showcasing resilience and adaptability while maintaining focus and clarity in complex and ever-evolving scenarios.
• Leadership Potential : Display signs of leadership potential, whether through prior leadership experiences, initiative-taking, or the ability to influence peers positively, indicating the potential to grow into leadership roles within the team.
• Business Understanding : Display a solid understanding of business across multiple sectors.

We offer an attractive starting salary with an annual bonus if your work goes well. Additionally, we provide benefits that will surely please you:

• Time off: 6 weeks of leave to recharge.
• Referral reward: Earn from 10,000 to 70,000 CZK for referring a new colleague.
• Benefit points: 27,000 CZK on Benefity.cz to spend as you wish. For example, you can purchase a Multisport card, shop for gifts, or book a trip on Slevomat.
• Professional development: You will continuously learn and develop your skills with us. We offer a unique professional development program and a wide range of courses in our learning map. You can access the educational portal Udemy.com, and we offer language courses. Our colleagues will provide support in the form of counseling and internal coaching.
• Employee discounts: Enjoy discounted offers on a wide range of services. Discounts are available at Fruitisimo, Sushi Time, and the BodyBody fitness center, amongst others.
• Health and care: Gain access to fast and convenient online consulting at uLékaře.cz from qualified doctors.
• Teamwork and fun: With us, it's not just about work, but also about fun and team cooperation. We frequently organize team events such as dinner or bowling, alongside company parties and other great events that strengthen our team atmosphere. You can also participate in CSR activities.

• The first step is the entrance tests , which you will complete online. There will be three in total: English, numeracy and logical thinking, and cognitive thinking. You will have a week to complete these tests, and we appreciate timely submissions.
• The second round is an online meeting with our recruiter Karolina, where you will discuss all the necessary details of the position.
• Subsequent rounds are online interviews with Strategy & Execution team members where you will receive a brief introduction from one of our colleagues, followed by a case study. These rounds will also include questions relating to personal fit. They are a great opportunity to meet and interact with your potential future team members.
• The final part of the selection process is a short online call with the team partner .

This job posting offers a fixed term role (until September 2027) as a maternity cover for Learning Deployment Specialist – Senior Associate – Consulting in Global Learning Deployment Team.

Your key responsibilities

• Take care of end-to-end deployment of Global, Area and multi-Region learning courses for Consulting Portfolio, through multiple virtual delivery channels and platforms (VCs, webcasts, eLearning, etc) and physical classroom learning programs.
• Support various Global deployment projects and support EY Regions in their local deployment.
• Collaborate with external teams aligning them to key deadlines and deliverables.
• Take care of participant management.
• Source facilitators for Learning courses and ensure they are adequately prepared for course delivery.
• Support on cross stream activities for our flagship events which include SharePoint, event applications and onsite materials
• Source venues and vendors, take care of end-to-end logistics, organize course materials for physical classroom learning events.
• Liaise with TSS supporting teams around learning administration.
• Monitor consumption, costs and satisfaction for multiple courses and curricula.
• Support and develop more junior Learning Deployment Specialists within the Global Learning Deployment pillar.
• Contribute to the effective measurement of learning solutions for the portfolio and seek to continuously improve internal practices to best-in-class standards.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong project management skills.
• Strong organization, time management and prioritization skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills – work effectively with colleagues and teams in different geographical locations and ability to build strong relationships in a multicultural environment.
• Knowledge of learning deployment processes and standards a great advantage.
• Knowledge and hands on experience of ServiceNow and SuccessFactors a great advantage.
• Demonstrable experience of one or more of the following areas: Learning, Deployment, Talent Development, HR, Events management, Operations, Consulting.
• Demonstrable experience of managing multiple projects in parallel in an organized and coordinated way.
• Demonstrable experience of managing teams to deliver exceptional results.
• Demonstrable experience of working in dynamic, fast-paced environments to deliver required results.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Knowledge and understanding of diverse virtual platforms, digital, virtual communication etc.
• Diverse background eg. Business Consulting, Digital learning deployment, Start Up, or any other field with transferrable skills applicable for the role.
• Knowledge of Learning & Development tools, technologies and platforms that can be leveraged in deployment.
• Creativity and out-of-the-box thinking in finding new ways of doing things.

Position Learning Insights Consultant
Rank Supervising Associate
Division Core Business Services
Function Talent Development
Office Any
Reports to Learning Insights + Technology Manager
Date issued April 2025

As a Learning Insights Consultant, you will be responsible for supporting the evaluation, measurement and reporting on the effectiveness of our learning and development initiatives across the firm.Working closely with the Learning Insights and Technology Manager, and Learning Experience Coordinator, this role is responsible for:
• Collect, analyse, and report on learning data, including learning engagement metrics, learning feedback, and learning outcomes across various touchpoints.
• Create intuitive and impactful data visualizations using tools such as Power BI, PowerPoint and Excel to enhance data interpretation and decision-making.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to identify learning needs, design learning programs, and improve learning outcomes.
• Provide insights and based on learning analytics to improve the effectiveness of learning programs and solutions.
• Develop and maintain processes for consistent and scalable data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Automate data collection and reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay current on the latest in learning research and innovation, bringing industry best practices and emerging trends into our learning environment.
• Utilise AI-driven analytics and Power Automate to streamline workflows and integrate various data sources.
• Researching best practice learning insights, benchmarks, and methodologies to inform our EY learning insights practices
• Working closely with the learning experience and technology teams and learning & development teams to ensure insights are translated into viable learning solutions and ROI data

► Design, develop and manage learning evaluation and measurement strategies that gauge the effectiveness of learning interventions and solutions.
► Collect, analyse, and report on learning data, including learning engagement metrics, learning feedback, and learning outcomes across various touchpoints.
► Partner with internal stakeholders to identify the learning needs, design learning programs, and improve learning outcomes.
► Provide insights and deliver recommendations based on learning analytics to improve effectiveness of learning programs and solutions.
► Develop and maintain processes for consistent and scalable data collection, analysis and reporting.
► Stay current on the latest in learning research and innovation, bringing industry best practices and emerging trends into our learning environment.

► Learner engagement scores
► Feedback scores
► Innovation in training approach
► Program improvement
► Learner knowledge retention
► Business impact scores
► Meeting deadlines
► Data accuracy for interpretation
► Accessibility of reports and dashboards
► Client satisfaction and participant experience
► Additional activities and learning and development objectives should be set and reviewed with your Counsellor on a cycle basis as per LEAD
Day-to-day challenges
You will need to remain agile and adapt to changing requests from the business, whilst ensuring you are creating best in class learning experiences. You will be required to manage competing priorities, varying content focus areas and multiple deliverables in this role. Other challenges may include:
► Balancing accessibility, priorities, and quality of training data
► Managing time and business process requirements
► Teams and participants resistance to adopting new ways of learning feedback and measurement

► Proven experience in the Learning & Development field, preferably in a similar role.
► Knowledge and experience in learning analytics, measurement methodologies and data analysis.
► Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
► Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
► Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
► Advanced IT skills – Microsoft Office 365 suite – especially MS Excel and Power BI
► Minimum 1 year experience working in data analytics in a learning function.
► Degree in Data Analytics or equivalent
► Experience in automating data collection and reporting processes.
► Desirable experience with AI-driven analytics and the use of Power Automate.

The following EY firm wide role and expectations information apply to this role:
► LEAD CBS Global Rank Expectations at a Supervising Associate rank.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.