Technology Risk - Assurance - Senior Consultant

EY; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Pension/Discounted Health Insurance

Web Doctor

Travel Pass

Bike to Work Scheme

Job summary

EY's Technology Risk – Assurance team in Ireland is seeking a Senior Consultant to deliver on regulatory compliance and IT risk engagements for a diverse client portfolio in Cork and Dublin.

You will lead fieldwork, collaborate with teams, mentor juniors, and contribute to growth in Digital Regulation, AI governance, and cybersecurity capabilities. The role also offers a hybrid working arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Technology Risk services with a focus on Regulatory Compliance and IT Audit.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Technology Risk/ assurance.
• Strong communication and reporting skills; able to present to management teams.

Responsibilities

• Support a portfolio of engagements and collaborate with clients to scope and plan delivery.
• Deliver fieldwork and draft reportable findings for management review.
• Assist in presenting reports to Audit Committees and growing the Technology Risk practice.
• Mentor and coach junior team members and contribute to business development.

Skills

Technology Risk

Regulatory Compliance

Cybersecurity

Data Protection

IT Project Management

Education

Certified Information Systems Auditor

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor

Job description

Technology Risk - Assurance - Senior Consultant

Location: Cork

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Oct 7, 2026

Requisition ID: 1750350

Technology Risk – Assurance - Senior Consultant General Information Location: Dublin / Cork Available for Visa Sponsorship: No Business Area: Technology Risk - Assurance Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

The Team and the opportunity

EY works extensively in this area and provides assurance and consulting services to a range of major organisations in Technology Risk. We have ambitious plans to continue strengthening and growing our offering in this area particularly in the fields of Technology Risk.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have a background or experience in Digital Regulation / Governance including Digital Services Act (DSA), Digital Markets Act (DMA), AI Governance. If you have a background in IT SOX, SOCR, ISO etc you may be a good fit. We are looking for a dynamic individual to help us support this area of the practice, to form part of our existing team and to deliver our ambitious growth targets in this area.

Your Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Consultant in our Technology Risk team within the Assurance practice, you will be responsible for delivering to a broad portfolio of clients and engagements, collaborating with a sizeable team and supporting the growth of our business. You will be a key member of the Technology Risk team reporting directly to the Engagement Managers.

• Supporting a portfolio of engagements with our clients.
• Collaborating with clients to agree, scope and plan the delivery phase of engagements.
• Delivering the fieldwork phase of engagement and drafting reportable findings for management review.
• Support management on the presentation of our reports and findings to Audit Committees.
• Contributing to developing the market Technology Risk Services specifically focusing on Digital Regulatory Compliance and Governance.
• Supporting the development of our junior team members and acting as mentor and coach.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A strong track record in the delivery of Technology Risk services with a focus on Regulatory Compliance and / or IT Audit
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• You will be a motivated self-starter, with the ambition to drive a team and support continued growth.
• You will have experience in supporting business development activities.
• You will be experienced in presenting to Engagement Management teams and have demonstrable business acumen and technology risk knowledge.
• Excellence in oral and written communication and reporting writing are essential.
• We would expect candidates to have knowledge and experience in:
• Cybersecurity.
• Data Protection.
• IT Project Management; and
• Regulatory Compliance

Ideally, you will also have

Background in professional services environment where you have gained extensive experience in practice management

• Ideally you will be a Certified Information Systems Auditor. Other IT related qualifications such as ISO42001, ISO27001 lead implementer or auditor are also desirable.
• We also welcome qualified accounting or auditing professionals with suitable experience in this area.
• AI Governance or Cybersecurity qualifications are desirable

What We Look For

Highly motivated, good communicators. You will need to convey technical content in business language with management. You will also need to be a team player who is not only looking to enhance their own career but recognises the value in developing others and strengthening the team.

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.

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.

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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