Manager, Quality and Risk Management, Consulting, Belfast or Derry, Londonderry

EY; Derry/Londonderry; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Pension/Discounted Health Insurance

Web Doctor

Travel Pass

Job summary

EY is seeking a Manager in Consulting – Quality & Risk Management in Belfast/Derry. The role supports EY Ireland Consulting with contracting and risk matters, enabling governance across the contracting lifecycle while delivering high-quality client service.

We look for a degree in Law (2:1) or equivalent with 6+ years’ experience, or a qualified solicitor with 4+ PQE. The role offers hybrid working, strong development, and a supportive, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Degree with 2:1 in Law or hybrid Law degrees with 6+ years’ advisory experience.
• Qualified solicitor with 4+ PQE in corporate/commercial law.
• Proven track record reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate commercial contracts including EY terms and client contracts.
• Ensure governance and procedures across contracting lifecycle for quality and budget control.
• Develop and deliver training on quality, risk, and contracting topics.
• Advise engagement teams on risk management and client onboarding processes.
• Coordinate with Risk Management, Legal, and Independence teams as needed.
• Support senior teams in identifying opportunities to mitigate risk.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Risk assessment

Education

Law degree 2:1 or above

Solicitor qualification (NI/ROI)

Tools

Risk Management Tools

Contract review platforms

Job description

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Consulting – Quality & Risk Management, Manager

General Information

Location: Belfast/ Derry, Londonderry

Business Area: Consulting

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

Introduction to Consulting and the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Quality and Risk Management team within EY Ireland’s Consulting business. This is a Belfast-based role which will provide support to EY’s Ireland Consulting business on commercial contracting and general risk management matters.

The growth of our Consulting business, the increasing importance of Quality and Risk Management, and the increasing need for support with the execution of commercial contracts has created the need for a Manager to join the firm’s Quality and Risk Management team. We are looking for an experienced, high-performing and meticulous candidate to join this growing team.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support engagement teams on the review and negotiation of commercial contracts, to include contracts issued on EY terms and conditions but also client issued contracts and contracts issued by central government. Work closely with and engage EY Legal to support
• Support engagement teams in implementing the appropriate governance and procedures to help ensure that (1) teams are managing contracts throughout the contracting lifecycle, and (2) teams have the appropriate governance in place to ensure service quality is delivered to clients (and that projects are delivered as planned and on budget)
• Be pro-active in identifying and driving forward initiatives which help to streamline processes and mitigate risk for the business
• Develop and deliver training on Quality and Risk Management areas, for example, contracting, contract management, mitigating risks etc.
• Assist engagement teams when they are setting up new clients and new engagements to include –
• completion of Client Acceptance and Engagement Acceptance within EY’s Risk Management Tools
• preparation for oversight committees e.g., IT and Managed Services
• Review client contracts / engagement letters to identify clauses that are not in line with firm policy, and to identify areas where such contracts could be strengthened.
• Liaise with internal Risk Management teams on an ongoing basis to include Independence, Legal, Financial Crime and Risk Management
• Liaise with Consulting engagement teams, including Engagement Partners, on identifying and resolving quality, legal and risk management concerns
• Help advise our client engagement teams on how to manage and mitigate the risks which arise when delivering professional consulting services.
• Work in partnership with other internal stakeholders and work collaboratively to help shape how we identify and manage enterprise-wide risks, providing risk and quality solutions to the business.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A degree with 2:1 classification (or above) in Law (we will accept hybrid degrees e.g. Law with Accountancy, Law with Economics etc.) with 6+ years’ experience of advising on and handling a broad range of business and legal related matters, OR
• Qualified solicitor (Northern Ireland or Republic of Ireland qualified) with 4+ years PQE practising in the areas of corporate/commercial law
• Proven track record of reviewing and advising on commercial contracts, to include interacting with and joining calls with client stakeholders.
• Experience of reviewing and negotiating OGP Framework and Service Contracts is desirable but not essential.
• An awareness of and general understanding of the Network and Information Security (NIS) 2 Directive would be helpful but not essential.
• Proven track record of navigating, advising upon and negotiating the common risk areas within commercial contracts.
• Be comfortable acting on your own autonomy and enjoy the responsibility of leading meetings and proposing solutions and new ways of doing things.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop talent.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent time and project management skills and the ability to effectively prioritise competing commitments.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.

What We Look For

At EY we look for highly motivated individuals who are good communicators, who can think on their feet and who can confidently present to senior management. We also look for team players who are not only looking to enhance their own career but recognise the value in developing others and strengthening the team.

For this role we are looking for someone with contracting experience in a Big 4 (or comparable) environment and Service Quality / Risk Management experience. Applications from solicitors or legal professionals who wish to take up a non-practising role are welcome.

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 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:

• 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 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.

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’ll 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.

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