EY FS Technology Consulting - AI & Data Analytics Director Dublin 

Ireland 

714259832

Client responsibilities:

• Design, shape, mobilise and lead Data and Analytics consulting engagements end to end, from initial conversations throughout the opportunity and delivery lifecycle. As a senior team member, shape and manage engagement teams. Manage and oversee commercial elements of the engagements.
• Build, extend and manage client and partner relationships.
• Assess data-related strategies and approaches, policies and procedures, technologies and tools against industry best practices, and provide options and recommendations to keep our clients at the forefront of their data capabilities.
• Understand and shape EY’s service offerings, actively identify and create opportunities to better serve clients across our range of services.
• Identify potential new business opportunities for EY to incubate or drive new solutions and services and collaborate with our clients and partners.

Practice and people development responsibilities:

• Contribute to definition and implementation of the FSO data strategy, aligning with the FSO Consulting business objectives and roadmap, and supporting the work pipeline.
• Lead diverse teams with varying skillsets, who use a broad selection of Data and Analytics technologies. Adapt your leadership style to fit team, client, and their cultural needs. They will look to you to anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Contribute to expanding our brand in the market as industry leaders by attending relevant events, collaborating with other teams, presenting points of view and thought leadership, etc.
• Act as a subject matter expert in the relevant field of data, staying abreast of industry trends and best practices, and sharing knowledge within the firm and the broader professional community.
• Participate in business development activities including client presentations and proposals.
• Play a part in driving our thought leadership agenda by maintaining an up-to-date point of view on the latest methodologies, technologies, and emerging trends for publishing as points of view or proof of concept.
• Foster a supportive, inclusive and growth team-oriented work culture.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Relevant experience in technology consulting with a blue-chip consulting firm, with significant management track record and financial industry knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise and develop others, effectively communicate, manage budgets, timelines, and plans, manage client expectations, deliver quality projects.
• Significant client relationship management skills, gained through prior consulting roles or within large financial services / technology organisations.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and problems solving skills.
• Proven track record in relevant management and leadership roles in data centric projects and engagements in consulting industry.
• Experience in delivering successful technology change outcomes, on time and to budget.
• Applied knowledge of modern delivery approaches e.g., Agile.
• Proven expertise in one or more relevant Data and Analytics domains: Data Strategy and Strategic Delivery, Data Architecture and Engineering, Data Management and Regulatory Reporting.
• Experience working in the financial services industry in Ireland and/ or UK, leading Data and Analytics change projects in one of key focus areas: Finance, Risk and / or Regulatory.
• Prior experience in leading data elements of significant Finance, Risk and Regulatory Reporting change programmes in the banking sector, such as IFRS9, IRB, BCBS239, CCR, Finrep, Corep, PRA110, Basel III/ IV etc.
• A completed degree (Bachelors, Masters, or PhD); with relevant industry certification such as Prince2, PMP, SAFe, Scrum etc.
• Familiarity with End to End data delivery lifecycle, Data Models, Data Architecture and Data Management concepts and principles in financial services services.

Experience and qualifications are advantageous:

• Experience in Financial Services in Ireland or UK.
• DAMA or DCAM certifications.
• Relevant Data Engineering or Data Management certifications.
• Delivery of data projects reliant on Teradata on premise architecture.
• Project delivery credentials, e.g. project management or agile delivery certification are an advantage.
• Prior knowledge of NoSQL database technologies a plus, e.g. MongoDB, Cassandra, Neo4j are a plus.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and uncertainty.
• Growth and continuous learning mindset.
• Management of MI/ BI reports or preparation and delivery of regulatory reports as a bonus.

What we look for

• Someone who enjoys working as part of community which values integrity, respect, teaming, and inclusiveness.
• Someone with energy, enthusiasm and courage who enjoys solving complex problems and variety in their day-to-day working life.
• Someone who is passionate about reaching their full potential and excelling in their career.

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:

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.

Inclusion & Diversity

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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.

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