Manager, Grants Management, Government & Infrastructure Risk, Belfast, Londonderry, Derry.

EY UK; Derry/Londonderry; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working

Total Rewards package

Job summary

EY is seeking a Manager to shape and deliver the Grants Management solution within Government & Infrastructure Risk. You will advise on grant programme design, develop operating models, map controls and end-to-end processes, and lead workstreams to ensure strong delivery and value.

The role requires expertise in public sector funding, risk and governance, with the ability to lead diverse teams. EY offers hybrid working, flexible arrangements and a comprehensive Total Rewards package.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of public sector funding programmes and translating policy into delivery models.
• Experience across risk, controls, process and governance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the design of government grant and funding programmes with strong business acumen.
• Develop operating models for grant administration, including governance, technology and data.
• Map end-to-end fund lifecycle processes (application to evaluation) and identify risks.
• Lead workstreams/engagements ensuring quality, timeliness and commercial performance.
• Oversee operational delivery and monitor programme performance with MI reporting.
• Build deep client relationships and support market growth and proposals.

Skills

Grant management

Public sector experience

Governance frameworks

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Job description

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Job Description: Manager, Grants Management, Government & Infrastructure Risk, Risk Consulting

The Opportunity EY’s Risk Consulting Practice helps leading organisations navigate complex risk landscapes, through providing insight and expertise to deliver integrated, technology-enabled solutions.

We’re seeking an exceptional Manager to help shape and deliver our growing Grants Management solution, within our Government & Infrastructure Risk Practice. We are passionate about working with our clients to maximise policy impact on vital funds, minimise risk, optimise citizen experience, and drive efficiency. We support our clients from programme design, through to operational delivery, embedding effective controls throughout to safeguard funds.

Our team is made up of talented professionals who value curiosity, innovation and collaboration. Here, you will have an opportunity to build a career as unique as you are, supported by EY’s global scale, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology. We’re committed to your growth, offering exceptional career development, diverse experiences, and a flexible work-life balance, including hybrid working. Join us to create an exceptional experience for yourself and help build a better working world for everyone.

Your Key Responsibilities

Programme design and development

• Advise clients on the design of government grant and funding programmes, demonstrating strong business acumen and insight.
• Develop comprehensive operating models for effective grant administration, covering governance structures, technology and data requirements, process and control.
• Conduct detailed process mapping (L1-5) and service design for the end-to-end fund lifecycle (application through to evaluation). Identify risks across end-to-end lifecycle and develop robust control frameworks.
• Lead workstreams and/or engagements, ensuring exceptional quality, timeliness and commercial performance.

Programme implementation and administration

• Manage the operational delivery of grant and funding programmes, overseeing the implementation and ongoing operation of control frameworks across the end-to-end fund lifecycle (application through to evaluation).
• Monitor programme performance through management information and reporting, identifying risks, escalating performance issues where appropriate, and determining opportunities to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead workstreams and/or engagements, ensuring exceptional quality, timeliness and commercial performance.

Client Relationship Building & Market Growth

• Build deep, trusted relationships with client stakeholders.
• Support the identification of new opportunities using insight, curiosity and strong commercial instincts.
• Support client proposals, pitches, thought leadership and market‑facing initiatives to drive growth.

People Leadership & Team Development

• Develop, mentor and inspire diverse, high‑performing teams; model inclusive leadership and create an environment where people thrive.
• Provide clarity and direction through uncertainty, helping teams navigate new topics and evolving client needs.
• Contribute to practice development initiatives such as Learning & Development.

Quality, Risk & Commercial Management

• Ensure engagements meet EY quality and regulatory expectations while effectively managing risk, scope and profitability.
• Confidently handle challenging situations, resolve issues proactively and maintain high standards of delivery.

Skills and Experience

Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of public sector funding programmes, and proven track record translating policy objectives into operational delivery models.
• Experience across risk, controls, process, and governance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Leadership & Interpersonal Strengths

• Proven track record leading high‑performing teams and providing coaching to junior team members.
• Excellent communication, influencing and presentation skills.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity with resilience, sound judgement, and adaptability.

Commercial & Strategic Capabilities

• Strong business acumen with a talent for translating complex challenges into compelling, commercially sound solutions.
• Experience supporting business development, winning work and contributing to practice growth.

To qualify for this role, you should have:

• Relevant consulting or industry experience, preferably in a professional services environment or MNC.
• Experience delivering complex public sector grant and funding programmes.
• Experience in business development and relationship building/management.

What we look for:

We are interested to hear from entrepreneurial people who feed on the energy of a thriving global team. We seek a high level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions, and ability to work under pressure. We need people worthy of trust, who demonstrate enthusiasm, passion to grow fast and are highly motivated to support this purpose. There is an expectation to be able to travel outside of the assigned office, which may involve UK regional or international travel.

We invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #EyCulture on LinkedIn.

What we offer:

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 can 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.

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:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next, including having the opportunity to gain an EY Tech MBA which is an accredited MBA program offered to all EY professionals globally
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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