Job Specification
Risk Consulting, Risk Management (Programme Risk & Recovery Project Manager), Manager
General Information
Location: Island of Ireland
Available for Visa Sponsorship: No
Business Area: Risk Consulting
Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent
Introduction to the Team
The Programme Risk and Recovery team are experts in the field of project and programme risk assessment and recovery in EY’s Risk Management practice. With a clear purpose of ‘building a better working world,’ we are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients across a range of sectors, including the public sector, energy and utilities, financial services and telco. In EY, our approach to delivering exceptional work for our clients is underpinned by three defining features of our approach:
Focus on our clients’ needs and priorities front and centre. We are committed to building a better working world by partnering with clients to assess their Projects & Programme capabilities for current and future programs & strategic benefit delivery.
We help our clients address & manage the benefit from risks, drive sustainable growth and performance through improved project and programme delivery.
Our experienced, talented & dedicated project, programme and portfolio experts use our programme risk, assurance and delivery tools to recover “at‑risk” projects or programmes that are key enablers of our clients’ strategic objectives.
The Opportunity
If you are looking to join a dynamic and diverse team providing project, programme and portfolio risk and recovery to large‑scale transformation programmes, come and talk to EY’s Risk Management about the opportunities we can offer you.
Purpose‑led Transformation: We, at EY, have seen the benefits of purpose‑led transformation for ourselves. And we are now using this proven approach to inform our client engagements.
Collaborative teamwork: We take a very proactive approach to ensuring that our teams are ‘more than the sum of the parts’ and that all members of the team are supported in their career development and progression.
Delivering exceptional client service in a consistent and professional manner: EY’s Service Quality tools are designed to provide a process of continuous improvement, using a portfolio of tools and enablers designed to support the Risk Management Strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Client Responsibilities
Manage and support assessments of projects, programmes, or portfolios on medium‑to‑large scale transformation initiatives.
Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams, understanding priorities and culture to enable effective risk management and delivery.
Deliver high‑quality work products consistently, reinforcing EY’s global reputation.
Contribute subject‑matter insights to proposals and presentations for medium‑to‑high complexity projects.
Provide innovative ideas and adapt methods to client needs, contributing to thought leadership.
Support engagement‑level Quality & Risk Management (QRM) initiatives and ensure compliance with EY standards.
Internal Responsibilities
Assisting in client account management activities such as recruitment for the project team, managing financial aspects of client engagements, and quality and risk management.
Building valued relationships with clients and colleagues to assist in generating new business opportunities for EY.
Leading and supporting presentations and proposals for elements of medium to high complex projects to prospective and existing clients.
Communicating effectively with EY senior management and working to build, manage and motivate high‑performing teams.
Understanding EY’s service offerings and actively identifying opportunities to better serve our clients.
Building strong internal relationships within Risk Management and across other service lines.
Supporting team development activities, including:
Supporting, coaching, and mentoring activities.
Conducting performance reviews and contributing to performance feedback.
Contributing to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training activities.
Understanding, following and communicating workplace policies and procedures.
Skills and Attributes Required for this Role
5 to 10+ years experience in project risk or programme delivery, recovery for the delivery of technology projects in consulting, industry, or the public sector.
Some Programme Assurance (project health check) experience.
Track record for delivering large‑scale transformation projects.
Track record for leading high‑performing teams.
To Qualify for the Role
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with a track record in managing complex stakeholder programmes.
Good understanding of project governance and change management principles.
Strong 3rd‑level educational qualifications.
Ideally, You Will Also Have
Professional certifications such as PRINCE2®, PMP, MSP, or ACP.
Knowledge of Project Assurance, Portfolio Management, PMO, benchmarking, and best practices.
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: 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, and the freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.
Benefits
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
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, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are.
Transformative leadership: we will give you 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. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.
Application
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’s Why, EY.
Apply now.
IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.
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