EY Tax Law Transformation Project Lead 

Ireland 

120970711

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and implementation of transformation projects within the Tax & Law service line.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop full-scale project plans and associated communication documents.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Plan, schedule, and track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables using appropriate tools.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
• Conduct project post-mortems and create recommendations reports to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.

Requirements - Must Have:

• Proven project management experience in a professional services environment, preferably within the Tax & Law sector.
• Understanding of the Tax & Law business and its regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated experience in leading technology implementation projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar.
• Familiarity with the latest technology trends relevant to the Tax & Law industry, such as AI, blockchain, or data analytics.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• A background in Tax & Law, either through education or professional experience.

Skills and Expertise:

• Exceptional leadership and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Adaptability and flexibility to manage shifting priorities and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on results.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Additional Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Finance, or a related field; a master's degree or professional qualification would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of change management principles and experience in driving change within an organization.
• Experience with financial modelling and budget management.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to anticipate future challenges