Workforce Advisory - HR M&A Senior Consultant - Toronto

The opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Consultant for our Workforce Advisory practice in the HR M&A Transactions team. This team services clients with a full range of hands-on, operationally focused support and advice across the M&A transaction life cycle, for both buy and sell side M&A deals. We cover a wide range of HR operational aspects, including HR divestiture advisory services, carve-out readiness and support, HR due diligence, HR Day 1 readiness, 100-Day planning, integration process support, operating model and organizational design. 

In joining our team, you will gain valuable experiences and a wealth of knowledge by working across various capabilities and service offerings. You will find an environment that is both entrepreneurial and collaborative. We will help you achieve your potential by supporting your professional development and by providing you with leadership opportunities.  

Your key responsibilities

• Deliver all aspects of HR and Organizational Design services throughout the M&A transaction lifecycle, including:  
  • HR due diligence and red flag reports 
  • Day 1 HR function readiness 
  • HR TSA services design and delivery
  • Operating model and organizational design  
  • Talent planning and transitioning
  • HR project management support
• Assist in identifying risks and issues related to HR integration/separation planning, timelines and functional areas.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the Human Resources functional area.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management. Focus on deliverables and client business priorities. Manage expectations of service. Understand the client's industry and recognize key performance drivers and business trends.
• Participate in client engagement teams and work with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services. 
• Develop and successfully manage risk, project economics and escalations and ensure effective planning and budgeting
• Contribute to thought leadership and develop and enhance collateral, tools, techniques. methodologies to build and enhance HR M&A offering with the practice.  
• Flexibility and ability to travel for client projects; willingness to travel on short notice to meet client needs.

Skills and attributes for success

• Project management experience.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment (knows when to lead and when to follow).
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and to be proactive.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including proficiency in excel, powerpoint, etc.
• High level of motivation and a self-starting attitude.
• Ability to think outside of the box, thrive on new challenges.
• Demonstrated consistency in values, principles, and work ethic.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Educated to degree level. 
• Approximately 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in a number of the following M&A enablement areas:  HR due diligence, Day 1 HR function readiness, operating model and organizational design, talent planning and transitioning, HR TSA services design and delivery.
• Experience in complex transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, spin-offs, carve-outs.
• Experience in selling and delivering projects that cover the full life-cycle of assessment, design and implementation support.
• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.

What we look for

We are interested in professionals who enjoy promoting the people agenda in organizations and change initiatives, bringing people issues and challenges to the forefront. You will need the confidence to keep the people agenda front and center, as well as the interpersonal skills and communications savvy to do this in a way that integrates well with executive priorities and objectives.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

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

Diversity and Inclusion at EY 

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.