Tax Technology Transformation Senior Manager

TTT Senior Manager, Tax & Law Ireland

General Information

Location: Dublin

Business Area: UKI Tax

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

 EY’s culture promotes a flexible hybrid working environment. Across all aspects of our tax practice, candidates can choose to work from any of our offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, and Waterford. This role is primarily based in Dublin and may necessitate presence in the Dublin office at least two days per week.

Excellent opportunity to join a Big 4 Tax & Law practice where you will be a key part of a high-performing team. Our globally coordinated Tax practice combines exceptional knowledge and experience with local expertise and innovative technology platforms, making us a market leader in Tax services. You will receive exposure to some of EY's most diverse and exciting clients, working with the latest Tax technology solutions in the market. We are currently seeking applications from suitable candidates to join EY’s Tax & Law practice at Senior Manager Level within the Tax Technology Transformation (TTT) team. 

The TTT Senior Manager for Tax & Law Ireland will be responsible for leading and managing a range of transformation initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency, effectiveness, and technological capabilities of our Tax & Law practice. This role involves collaborating closely with our clients, service line leaders, and cross-functional teams to ensure that client engagements and transformation initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The TTT Senior Manager will be responsible for driving and managing the activities of the TTT team members and will report to the overall TTT Leader for Tax & Law Ireland. The TTT Senior Manager will be instrumental in driving change, optimising processes, and implementing technology solutions that align with our strategic objectives, particularly in driving AI initiatives, to drive process optimisation and an enhanced client experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client discussions and engagements to identify and scope transformation opportunities that enhance the client relationship.
• Lead the planning and implementation of transformation projects within the Tax & Law service line.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Have a deep technology background and understanding of development & analytics lifecycles, Enterprise Data Management, Agile teams, and EY platforms such as GTP.
• Develop full-scale project plans and technical solutions and associated communication documents.
• Effectively communicate project and technical 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.
• Lead and mentor TTT team members to enhance their knowledge and expertise leveraging the principles of Highly Effective Teams.
• Conduct project post-mortems and create recommendations reports to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.

What we look for

• Proven abilities to collaborate with clients to devise, present and explain Tax technical solutions in a clear and concise manner.
• Proven technical development & 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 that leverage global cloud-based platforms.
• Excellent team leadership and team mentorship skills with an ability to create highly effective and engaged teams.
• Familiarity with the latest technology trends relevant to the Tax & Law industry, such as AI, data management and data analytics.
• A background in Tax & Law software technologies, either through education or professional experience.

Skills and Expertise

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills within a client setting
• Exceptional leadership and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong technical & programmatic knowledge
• 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 people skills with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Additional Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in technology or a related field; a master's degree or professional qualification would be advantageous.
• Knowledge and experience of collaborating with clients and teams within the financial services industry.
• Knowledge of change management principles and experience in driving technology change within an organization.
• An initiative-taking and inclusive approach to problem-solving and the ability to anticipate future challenges.

About EY

As a global leader in Assurance, Tax, Transaction and Advisory Services, we’re using the finance products, expertise, and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits 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 manage your role in a way that’s right for you.

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

• Hybrid Working
• Pension/Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition Awards
• Tech MBA paid by EY.

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals may be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

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

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

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 will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

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

Join us in building a better working world. That is Why, EY.

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