EY FSO Risk Consulting - Financial Services 

Ireland 

517583963

Contract Type:Full-Time – Permanent

The roles have a primary focus on Conduct Risk and Consumer Protection. You will support the consulting team in delivering risk management solutions to clients, assist in identifying and assessing conduct risks andsupport the development and execution of risk management strategies that ensure compliance with the Irish Consumer Protection. You will also act as a point of subject matter expertise on Consumer and Conduct Risk matters and contribute to the development and delivery of training programmes. Additionally, you will leverage PMO and transformation capabilities to drive change initiatives andenhance compliance and operational efficiency within client organisations

Your key responsibilities

Manageryou will technically contribute to FS Risk engagements. You will work effectively as a team member focused on project delivery, leading workstreams, managing junior team members, maintaining communication, and updating senior team members on progress. Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Manage client resources and mentor a team of consultants, fostering their professional development and ensuring high-quality service delivery
• Regulatory Compliance:Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends related to conduct risk and consumer protection in Ireland, ensuring that clients are informed and compliant with the latest requirements
• Risk Assessment:Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify potential conduct risks within client organisations, considering the specific nuances of the financial landscape.
• Risk Mitigation:Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies that align with Irish regulatory requirements, ensuring that clients maintain high standards of consumer protection.
• Industry insights:Providing insights and intelligence on conduct risk matters both internally and externally. Develop understanding of our solutions, tools, and assets, while sharing knowledge and drawing on subject matter specialists accordingly
• Stakeholder Management:Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, industry associations, and clients, particularly within the Irish market including C-Suite level.
• Reporting & Analysis:Prepare detailed reports on conduct risk assessments, findings, and recommendations for clients and senior management, ensuring alignment with regulatory compliance, leveraging tools to improve efficiency and mitigate areas of risk.
• Practice Management:Ensuring Service Quality best practices and standards are delivered on. Deliver assignments to a high level of client satisfaction and within agreed timelines and budget
• Project management and Transformation capabilities:Lead transformation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and compliance within client organisations, utilising PMO methodologies to manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables effectively.
• Billing and time management:Manage billing and time tracking across projects to ensure accurate invoicing and resource utilisation, optimising profitability and efficiency.
• Personal Development:Invest in continuous learning on industry, regulatory trends and technology, applying insights to drive innovation and client value

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field;
• 6+ years for Manager in risk management or consulting, with exposure to conduct risk and consumer protection in the Irish context as well as a proven track record of success and experience working across cross functional teams.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop and be a member of a team of risk consulting professionals
• Leadership and workstream/project delivery experience
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written to effectively convey complex information to clients and stakeholders
• Good teaming and interpersonal skills and capability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a solution focused mind-setwith the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements
• Ability to work independently and autonomously, demonstrating initiative and self-motivation in managing projects and client relationships.

Ideally, you will also have

• Programme / project management experience
• Relevant risk management or compliance professional accreditations, professional qualifications and consulting experience an advantage

What we look for

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• 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

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor – Free unlimited online GP Consultations for you and your family
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Hybrid Working
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Recognition Awards
• Cash incentives for Referrals
• Work Mobile
• Tech MBA paid by EY
• Wellness rooms available in some offices

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.