Business Development Associate jobs in Canada

Your key responsibilities

The successful candidate will be involved with all aspects of tax advisory and tax controversy. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting clients in responding to federal and provincial audits; advising clients on the tax dispute resolution process; preparing notices of objection and written representations to the federal and provincial tax appeals divisions; and assisting with the litigation of tax appeals before various courts.
• This role also includes assisting with the preparation of legal opinions with respect to the tax consequences of transactions and performing post-transaction audits for tax efficacy and litigation risk.

Skills and attributes for success

• The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, collegial, dynamic team-oriented environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Sound professional judgement and a high level of professionalism

To qualify for the role you must have

• 1 to 5 years of tax litigation and controversy experience gained at a leading law firm
• Superior academic credentials and strong tax technical skills and a genuine interest in tax and tax policy
• The candidate must also be a member in good standing of a Canadian Bar

What we offer

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits
• Wellbeing benefit of $1,200/year

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Our engagements span from strategic assessments, target operating model designs, system / vendor selections, technology and data architecture design and implementation support of mid to large scale transformation opportunities

Your key responsibilities

• Lead multiple client engagements – Manage and lead the delivery of small and large / complex client engagements including overseeing planning, execution, stakeholder management and delivering strategic outcomes
• Provide subject matter guidance to team members based on experience and knowledge of the CCSB industry
• Business & practice development – Assist the partner and the team by leading and managing business development initiatives including developing proposals and scoping documents, and proactively building relationships with clients and peers at EY.
• Team management – Support people development through activities such as recruitment, mentoring and counsellor programmes
• Account management & Financials – Oversee engagement financials to maintain profitability, and efficient resource allocation as well as maintain compliance with internal risk and oversight procedures
  

Skills and attributes for success

• Bring CCSB industry knowledge and experience (e.g., Front-to-back capabilities and value chain, understanding of CCSB technology vendor landscape and service providers)
• Proven delivery leadership and people leadership roles in CCSB projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for report writing and client presentations
• Structured approach to critical problem solving
• The ability to lead and supervise project teams in a collaborative environment, to provide valuable insight and high-impact solutions to client issues.
• A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude and an ability to think outside of the box and thrive on new challenges

To qualify for the role you must have

• A successful track record leading projects (10 years+) in CCSB Banking, CCSB Credit, Treasury Management, Transaction Banking and/or Client Front Office, gained through experience working at a financial services company, a top tier consulting firm, a specialist financial services consultancy, or an CCSB technology or service provider
• Experience of leading sales collateral such as proposal responses
• Strong business writing, presentations and stakeholder management skills
• People coaching and mentoring experience
• Extensive experience of project and programme delivery
• Deep understanding of current market trends in the CCSB industry and subject matter expertise

Ideally, you’ll also have

• CCSB Lending/Credit experience across the credit lifecycle (e.g. sales/origination, underwriting, fulfillment, servicing, loan accounting, monitoring, and default)
• Consulting experience with a Big 4 firm or large global financial institution
• Knowledge of KYC, AML, and other applicable compliance regulations
• Channel (branch, online, mobile, contact center, relationship manager) transformation experience
• Experience with operating model design to define target state business, operations, technology, and control partner functions
• Experience in core platform transformation to support the changing business and regulatory landscape, enabling the realization of strategic business priorities including improved client experience,
• market expansion and easier partner/correspondent banking integration
• Experience in design, testing, and implementation of technology-enabled solutions
• Experience in vendor assessment, selection, and transformation
• Experience in capability maturity model planning, roadmap development and investment prioritization for large-scale, strategic, and transformative initiatives
• Knowledge of workforce readiness, mobilization, and sales force effectiveness

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

The RM Senior provides functional support to the Sub-Service Line (SSL) RM Lead. This role will provide coverage and support to our
GCR Tax Group.

The Resource Management (RM) Senior is a member of the Tax Canada Resource Management team, contributing to the goals of maximum deployment of our practitioners and comprehensive project staffing for delivery of our engagements. The Senior Associate will develop and facilitate timely resource deployment solutions for their local client base; develop expertise and knowledge of professional staff skill sets and project requirements; analyse utilization data and deployment information and participate in developing and facilitating resource deployment strategies.

Your key responsibilitiesAs an RM Senior, you will be responsible for the deployment; development; and capacity management of the client-serving professionals of your local group. You will support the Resource Management strategy to effectively deploy Tax client-serving professionals and provide them with meaningful career experiences. You will be working regularly with Partners, senior leadership, and theLead to support the client serving professionals.

• Responsible for staffing of all level resources as well, maintaining Retain with client bookings and resource projections
• Maintain databases regarding client data, staff preferences, skills and restrictions as required
• Produce weekly communications including general forecasting, availability and capacity management reporting as required
• Monitor unassigned resources, act as point of contact for unassigned staff, identify assignments for same
• Audit Retain regularly for accuracy
• Build strong relationships with Partners and senior leadership to ensure staffing demands are being met. Provide regular reporting and updates to leaders in the practice to help solve staffing challenges
• Assist with annual planning process - incl. data input to planning tool as directed by RM team leaders
• Communicate regularly with RM and practice managers on status of staffing requirements and issues
• Identify over/under utilized individuals and bring to attention of RMS as required.
• Identify conflicts and resolve or escalate
• Support SSL RM Lead in addressing complex scheduling assignments.
• Confirm resource independence prior to client bookings where applicable
• Assist with the creation/maintenance of accurate personnel and client project schedules.
• Communicate regularly with Resource Management team on the status of staffing requirements
• Demonstrate effective teaming with Tax and cross service line RM team(s) by proactively/creatively responding to requests.
• Participate in the orientation of new hires by providing an overview of the Resource Management function and operating model
• Partner with the Tax Talent Team (i.e. HR) on Head Count and Performance Management initiatives
• Work with peers across the Canadian Tax RM team to share resources and leading practices
• Involved in ad hoc projects as required

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical skills, with meticulous attention to detail
• Very strong written and verbal communication
• Proven client service focus, with an ability to resolve issues quickly, with a sense of urgency
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Outstanding teamwork and interpersonal skills
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience

What we offer you

The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $65,600to $98400. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and work location city.

Job Title:

IT Audit - Senior

Minimum requirements:

Fully bilingual English/Spanish. Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Mathematics, Accounting, Finance, International Relations or a related field and 2 years of work experience applying relevant IT audit skills in audit engagements as a Financial Audit IT integration leader.

Of the required experience, must have 1 year of experience in a supervisory capacity focused on financial audit IT in public company audits.

Must have 1 year of experience in a position responsible for all of the following:

- Supervising audit professionals performing the IT portion of the audit;

Currently certified or working to obtain CPA, CA, CISA, CIPP, CGEIT, CIA, CISSP, CISM, CIPT, CRISC, CMA and/or relevant certification is a plus.

Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.

Role purpose

You will provide strategic and tactical support to pursuit teams in delivering high-quality pursuit materials, including coordination. You will assist in proposal development, manage timelines, and contribute to strategic communications that help EY win new business.

Core responsibilities

• Manage the execution of the pursuit process, including the critical path, timeline, strategic communications process, and interdependencies on the firm’s largest and strategically significant pursuits.
• Assess the competitive landscape and help develop a differentiated win strategy focused on client priorities while protecting EY’s interests.
• Develop a relationship map and tactics to navigate the client buying process.
• Consult with Partners, Client Executives, and BD leadership to develop and implement pursuit materials designed to achieve specific results.
• Collaborate with the extended pursuit team to define, package, and articulate a compelling client offer across the scope.
• Provide ongoing proposal strategy and support, including planning the storyline/key messages and preparing the extended team for orals.
• Be responsible for the development of all client-facing, written deliverables (e.g., meeting documents, proposals, presentations) that adhere to the firm's style guide in collaboration with the Creative Designer for design and formatting.
• Author original content when critical and/or necessary (e.g., cover letter, executive summary) and leverage relevant firm resources to source non-critical, boilerplate content when appropriate.
• Build collaborative relationships with pursuit teams, including Service Line, Account, and Business Development leaders as well as Senior Managers, Managers, and Staff.
• Manage multiple proposals/priorities simultaneously.

Required experience and skills

• 4+ years of relevant experience in business development, marketing, or project management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
• Must be able to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Solution-oriented with the ability to make sound recommendations and decisions.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work on one's own initiative with limited supervision.

Nice to have

• Experience in professional services is an asset.
• APMP, PMP certification is considered advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree in Language, Communications, Marketing, or Business; a graduate degree or equivalent experience is preferred.