Eds-talent-seniorassociate jobs at Ey in India, Kochi

As a Supervising Associate, you will collaborate with business, reporting, and other teams to understand business requirements and perform data analysis. Get involved and Lead in project transitions from different teams, do enhancements and modification post transition when needed. You will work in more than one project with back end data architects and systems engineers to construct data objects necessary for supporting business requirements. You will also apply specialized knowledge to support the organization’s vision and direction, serving as your team's subject matter expert. Additionally, you will:

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement custom Microsoft 365 solutions in Power Platform using Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Bi dashboards
• Develop and implement MS SharePoint based workflow & storage solutions
• Train and fine-tune the solutions for optimal performance
• Perform testing and debugging as well as assist with (UAT) User acceptance testing
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues related to the MS solutions developed
• Propose solutions to fix loopholes and bugs identified
• Create user guides or documentation to guide users on the tools

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Experience with Microsoft 365 products (Teams, SharePoint, Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse, SQL).
• Proficiency in AI-assisted development practices as part of the solution development toolkit.
• A portfolio showcasing relevant projects
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical implementation and create technical documentation
• Familiarity with machine learning, artificial intelligence and natural language processing (NLP) concepts
• Knowledge of other programming languages/technology from Microsoft Tech Stack and/or Python
• Customer engagement skills to uncover the value of tech-enabled solutions.

Ideally, also have

• Microsoft Certifications relevant to the role.
• Experience with relational databases
• Experience with Chatbot (Power Virtual agent) or knowledge of Python
• Basic HTML
• Understanding of integration technologies, APIs, and protocols
• Experience developing/managing chatbot using virtual agent will be an asset

Job purpose

As a Senior Associate, you will collaborate with business, reporting, and other teams to understand business requirements and perform data analysis. Get involved and Lead in project transitions from different teams, do enhancements and modification post transition when needed. You will work in more than one project with back-end data architects and systems engineers to construct data objects necessary for supporting business requirements. You will also apply specialized knowledge to support the organization’s vision and direction, serving as your team's subject matter expert.

Specific Role requirements

• Create SSIS/SQL packages to extract, transfer and load data, supporting and troubleshooting existing ETL processes using SSIS and Azure Data Factory.
• Ability to analyze large sets of data and determine patterns and rules for organizing and Prepare Visualization dashboards using Power BI
• Should have Python knowledge for data analytics
• Ability to build pipelines using azure data factory to load large datasets.
• Working knowledge on other data engineering tools like Databricks, Data lakes, Synapse.
• Ability to work on database management, data modelling.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and coordinate between teams from different service lines.
• Analyze and create complex SQL and SSIS packages as needed to support new and evolving data integration projects and data extracts needed for further processing in Data Analytics
• Design and support database and table structures for new and evolving sources of data
• Coordinate development of ETL/data warehouse best practices needed to support new and evolving sources of data used in reporting, transaction processing and Analytics.
• Perform extensive and detailed data analysis necessary to ensure strict adherence to data quality.
• Participate in production support and code deployment outside of regular business hours.
• Take on end-to-end ownership and perform different roles within analysis and development phases.
• Set and manage expectations with clients while providing proactive communication and status updates; prioritize deliverables with client/requestor and follow/implement change control and release management processes.
• Adhere to general work requirements and perform other duties as assigned.

Client Responsibilities:

• Need to be curious and ask the right questions to frame problems and find right analytic solutions.
• Need to work as a senior team member to contribute to various technical streams of Decision Sciences implementation project.
• Provide product and design level technical best practices.
• Interface and communicate with the onsite coordinators.
• Develop analytical strategies for business by leveraging the right analytical techniques and technologies.
• Documenting and presenting work to the client. Proactively recommending and influencing changes in business decision-making.
• Completion of assigned tasks on time and regular status reporting to the lead

Experience and Qualification:

• More than 5 years of experience advanced knowledge as a data analyst and SQL Server 2005/2008/2012 T-SQL /SSIS developer /ETL/ Azure Cloud Developer specifically ADF.
• Knowledge on python code for data analytics
• More than 3 years of experience working on data visualization tools like PowerBI
• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in a related field
• More than 3 years of working knowledge in Power BI Visualization tool.
• Working knowledge in MS Excel Macros will be added advantage.
• Experience working in agile environment.

Your people responsibilities (For People Leading Roles)

• Building a quality culture
• Manage the performance management for the direct reportees, as per the organization policies.
• Foster teamwork and lead by example
• Training and mentoring of project resources.
• Participating in the organization-wide people initiatives

Additional Skills requirements

• Prior Client facing skills is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job purpose:

Develop, mentor and supervise Analysts and Advanced Analysts:

• Act as a counselor for Analysts and Advanced Analysts
• Proactively recognize issues and recommend solutions
• Proactively seek opportunities to diversify client load and exposure to different teams
• Foster collaboration and constructive communication within the team
• Communicate your progress and the project status to supervisors worldwide
• Take ownership of your schedule and proactively seek work when necessary to meet your annual chargeability goal
• Adhere to practice protocol and other internal processes consistently
• Explore the opportunity of going on rotation

In addition to specific competencies required for your role, you will also focus on developing the following in relation to firm-wide competencies:

• Identifying opportunities for process improvement
• Ensuring use of the methodologies, tools and technology specific to tax
• Encouraging others to ask critical questions and share their ideas and concerns openly
• Helping people contribute more by clarifying performance expectations and providing balanced and constructive feedback with specific behavioural examples.
• Developing strengths and opportunities collaboratively with team members by encouraging people to take action following feedback
• Contributing to a positive team environment by demonstrating consistent commitment and optimism towards work challenges.
• Maintaining focus of team members on work products; holding others accountable for timely completion of high-quality work.
• Showing a sense of urgency in responding to clients and team’s needs by responding to all queries/concerns promptly.
• Focusing team members on key quality drivers for work assignments
• Building positive relationships with internal professionals and client personnel by demonstrating integrity and genuineness

We are looking for the candidates with the following: (Qualifications)

• Graduate or Post Graduate in Finance
• Sound knowledge in the taxation of U.S investment partnerships (Hedge fund and Private Equity space)
• Partnership Tax allocations - Sound knowledge on aggregate allocations (Hedge funds) and tax waterfall, GP clawback (Private Equity)
• Review of Schedule K-1, Form 1065, various state returns and state withholding forms

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.

The key functions of the Talent Attraction Senior Specialist encompass

• Crafting and executing bespoke sourcing strategies, along with gathering market intelligence that is tailored to specific markets and geographies.
• Expertly identifying exceptional talent across global markets and advising the business on effective attraction strategies to bring that talent into the EY fold.
• Gaining an in-depth understanding of the assigned market to adeptly advocate for career opportunities at EY, thereby establishing it as the employer of choice. This involves collaborating with the business on recruitment campaigns and bolstering the EY brand as needed.

As a Talent Attraction Senior Specialist at EY, you will:

• Lead strategic sourcing for talent across key markets, with a particular focus on the MENA region, leveraging your expertise to navigate complex hiring landscapes and forge strong partnerships with hiring teams and recruiters.

• Elevate the candidate experience by embodying EY's vision and values, conducting insightful interviews, and nurturing talent through our recruitment process with a focus on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Analyze market data to serve as a Talent Advisor, crafting innovative sourcing strategies and fostering a robust pipeline of high-caliber candidates through targeted community engagement and referral programs.
• Collaborate on impactful marketing and branding initiatives to promote EY as a premier career destination, while also mentoring and enhancing the capabilities of junior team members.
• Achieve key performance targets, ensuring alignment with EY's strategic objectives and contributing to the firm's reputation for excellence in talent acquisition.

We are seeking candidates who:

• Bring a minimum of six (6) years of relevant recruitment experience, with a proven track record of innovative sourcing strategies and a high success rate in placing top-tier talent. Candidate should have specific expertise in the area of tax & legal advisory or demonstrate versatile expertise across key business functions such as human resources, finance, information technology, branding & marketing, risk management, business development, all while catering to the evolving needs of the MENA business landscape.
• Exhibit strong self-awareness and adaptability in team interactions, utilizing EY's development tools and resources to foster professional growth.
• Engage proactively with stakeholders and clients in the MENA commercial sector, demonstrating preparedness and a commitment to understanding and addressing their unique needs, thereby building stronger relationships and deepening industry insights.
• Leverage data to generate insights pertinent to the MENA business environment, facilitating discussions on implications for priorities and projects, and consistently deliver high-quality work that is timely, accurate, complete, and clear.
• Actively participate in client meetings to better understand the capabilities or issues specific to the MENA market, taking responsibility for meeting client expectations and using EY knowledge tools to enhance processes and outcomes.
• Are adept at gathering and sharing data with stakeholders, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and strategic decision-making within the team, with a focus on the dynamics of various Service Line hiring in the MENA business landscape.

Flexible schedule: Hybrid, Full-time

Important: No previous work experience necessary

As a Junior in Audit you will play a vital role in supporting our audit consulting teams.

What we look for

• You have an agile, growth-oriented mindset. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We’re looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.
• You are curious and purpose driven. We’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers.
• You are inclusive. We’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value
• A keen eye for detail, essential for a career in Audit
• University degree, preferably in Economics
• Individuals who are driven and motivated to embark on a career in professional services
• Fluency in both Romanian and English
• Confidence in Excel, including common functions and conditional formatting

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Familiarizing yourself with client operations and participating in audit meetings with the client team
• Summarizing the outcomes of client meetings and asking questions for clarification as needed
• Assisting in the preparation of balance sheet files at the end of the year by processing data received from clients in line with team guidelines
• Validating documents received from clients and summarizing them for audit verification
• Participating in client inventories, typically working independently under team guidance or alongside a colleague
• You will be using Excel extensively in your work, including common functions such as SUMIF, VLOOKUP, COUNTIF, filters, pivot tables, and conditional formatting
• Learning and using other internal tools to manage audit activities effectively

What’s in it for you:

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society.
• Get free certifications and enjoy national & international training.
• Get extra vacation days when public holidays fall on a weekend.
• Join an EY Community and practice your hobby with your colleagues off-work.
• Get plenty of discounts, perks and medical coverage.
• Free access to Udemy, EY Badges
• Bookster library
• Medical subscription for employees and family members (wife/husband/children)
• Life & accident insurance
• EAP- Employee Assistance Program - Short term confidential counselling services for you and those who live with you.

Job Summary:

Talent Consultant Coordinator role will focus on supporting Talent consultants in various activities, programs and initiatives as required. Will work in collaboration with the Oceania team to strengthen the onshore delivery and ensuring adherence to compliance and process.

This job description is intended as a guide to reflect the principal functions of the job. However, it is not an all-inclusive listing of the required job function and is subject to change at the discretion of management.

Applications Used: SAP, SuccessFactors Report Centre, People Insights, Regional SharePoint sites, Power BI Dashboards, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Shift: Aligned to the shift timings/schedule of the Region

Responsibilities:

• Reporting and Macro Support:
  • Production of regular and ad hoc reporting requirements (as determined by the relevant Service Line) on turnover, exit interviews, diversity and inclusion, mobility, compensation, and other talent metrics.
  • Support the year-end and annual compensation review processes including, but not limited to:
    • Leadership Review Workbook (LRW) mapping
    • Data validation and cross-checking of relevant workbooks such as promotion lists, remuneration upload files, budget and cost calculation, and consolidation of multiple workbooks
    • Coordinate tasks and timelines with the team to manage competing priorities and deadlines
    • Attendance and support in review meetings to help drive the process and capture all minutes and data
    • Bonus process facilitation (outside of regular YER cycles) including production of letters and follow up with Leaders
    • Support the finalization of the LEAD and compensation review process to prepare the sign-off presentation
  • Support the EY People Pulse delivery within the Service Line including, but not limited to:
    • Monitor participation rates on behalf of the Service Line and provide regular updates
    • Production and distribution of Service Line specific communications to encourage participation and update leaders
    • Review and analysis of results, including presenting different cuts of the data in PowerPoint format to highlight trends and key areas of focus
    • Facilitate discussions with leaders on the results and improvement areas
  • Support the quarterly LEAD cycles on behalf of the Service Line including, but not limited to:
    • Prepare LEAD reporting (including for PPEDD) to provide insights into feedback request rates, feedback response rates and Counsellor checklist completion
    • Production and distribution of Service Line specific communications to remind teams of key cycle activities and dates
• General Administration:
  • Support ad hoc Talent processes unique to the Service Line.
  • Coordinate and support regular and ad hoc Talent meetings or Service Line specific events, including invitation management, facilitation and minute taking.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

• Ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels to provide clear and concise information in both written and verbal formats
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and data administration and analytics skills, with a focus on working with large quantities of data from various sources
• Time management and the ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Ability to perform and manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work well under pressure and with time constraints
• Excellent client service skills, networking, and relationship development skills
• Ability to be successful in a virtual team environment, working with limited supervision

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree, preference will be given for those with HR Specialization

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in HR or related field at a coordinator or administrative level
• Demonstrated experience working with different stakeholders with competing needs
• Working in international and diverse environments