Senior Consultant Organization & Workforce Transformation

EY; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

29 vacation days

Laptop and phone for personal use

Hybrid working arrangements

Well-being platform access

Development trainings and courses

Job summary

A multinational professional services firm is seeking a Senior Consultant in Amsterdam to focus on Organizational and Workforce Transformation. This role involves building organizational models, guiding clients through design transformations, and leading project workstreams. The ideal candidate will have a relevant master’s degree, 3-5 years of experience, and strong communication skills in English, with Dutch preferred. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with hybrid working options and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in industry or consulting-related roles.
• Fluent in English; Dutch preferred.
• Ability to manage stakeholders in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Build organizational models aligned to strategic goals.
• Guide clients through organizational design transformations.
• Drive people-led transformations in operating model contexts.

Skills

Organizational transformation

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Team player

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant master’s degree

Job description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Confidence in your impact today. Freedom to build tomorrow.

At EY, you can be sure that you’re making a difference – for your client, for society, for your colleagues and for your own development. At the same time, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that fits your life. Whether you choose to specialize, broaden your expertise or grow into leadership, you’re in the driver’s seat. Together with ambitious colleagues in an open and trusted culture, you aim for the best every day. Big on opportunity, friendly in collaboration. EY provides the resources you need to shape your career and make an impact in your field.

Your new job | About your main responsibilities

Now is an exciting time to join EY as we grow our People Consulting team with a focus on People & Workforce Transformation. This team is at the forefront of helping clients navigate complex organizational change with a strong focus on both strategic and people-centered transformation.

As a Senior Consultant Organization & Workforce Transformation you’ll be responsible for:

• Building Organizational models that are aligned to strategic goals, supporting workforces that are lean, innovative, agile and customer-focused

• Guiding clients through people-centered organizational design and operating model transformations

• Improving workforce set-up by providing optimal infrastructure, capabilities and resources to the workforce, prioritizing human factors alongside technological advancements

• Providing experience with offshoring and relocation of work, through optimization of processes, roles, governance and organizational structures

• Driving people-led transformations in operating model and restructuring contexts

• Leading project workstreams from planning through implementation, collaborating closely with clients and internal teams

• Preparing and facilitating client workshops focused on stakeholder engagement, transformation vision and leadership alignment

Your new team | About your colleagues and the office

The People Consulting department consists of 30 professionals who have at least one thing in common. We have a human-centric mindset and put humans at the center of our engagements to make a lasting impact for our clients. We closely work together across our competences to make a lasting client impact. The five competencies within our team are Change Experience, HR Transformation, Leadership & Culture, Digital HR and Talent & Skills.

Your office

Our Amsterdam office is located at the Zuidas: a bustling area full of companies. In our Cross Towers, we welcome up to 1,500 people every day. For a breathtaking view of the city, head to the 22nd floor. Collaboration takes on a new meaning in our Wavespace, a high-tech environment that connects clients and colleagues virtually across the globe.

Your skills and strengths | About your unique contribution

• A relevant master’s degree, e.g. in Business Administration, Strategic Management, HR, or similar

• Relevant working experience of 3 to 5 years within industry or consulting-related roles with strong affinity for the people agenda

• Strong understanding of and experience in organizational transformation, restructuring, organizational design, the HR function and Talent Management

• Willingness to contribute to the setup and growth of this competence area, affinity with related people consulting competences such as change management and HR transformations

• A strategic mindset with the ability to translate business challenges into people-centered solutions

• Fluent oral and written communication skills in Dutch are preferred

• Strong oral and written communication skills in English

• Team player with the ability to quickly and effectively integrate into new teams

• Experienced in managing stakeholders and client relationships in a dynamic and complex environment

• Able to demonstrate resilience in stressful situations and perform well under pressure.

• Ability to analyze problems and to provide input to insightful, practical, and sustainable solutions for our clients

Your benefits | About your perks and work enjoyment

• A competitive salary that reflects your role and responsibilities, depending on experience and qualifications. Plus, a solid pension plan for the future. In addition to your salary, you’ll receive holiday allowance and an annual bonus (based on performance and development).

• You’ll receive a fixed/temporary contract for 40 hours.

• A laptop and phone for both work and personal use, and a monthly internet allowance.

• 29 vacation days to recharge and unwind, plus the option to buy extra days.

• With the mobility budget, you decide how you travel. Choose a lease car, a discounted public transport subscription, or arrange transport easily via our app.

• At EY, we care about a healthy work-life balance. Hybrid working makes this easier. Whether you're working from the office, at a client, or from home, we’ll make sure you have a well-equipped home office.

• The opportunity to work up to 20 days per year from abroad.

• The option to swap 3 national holidays for non-national ones.

• You’ll have the space to grow both personally and professionally. Whether you want to deepen your expertise, develop your personality, or improve your leadership style, we offer a broad range of trainings and courses.

• Your well-being is our priority. We believe that when you feel good, you perform better. That’s why you’ll have access to the OpenUp wellbeing platform (including for your family). You can easily connect with psychologists and lifestyle experts within 36 hours and take part in wellbeing sessions.

• A strong focus on teaming and various internal networks where you can join all kinds of social activities. A positive work atmosphere and good collaboration with colleagues contribute to your overall happiness at work.

• All this within an environment where our core values of integrity, inclusiveness, and respect are central. We think it’s important that you can be yourself and fully develop into the best version of yourself. Curious about all our benefits? Click here.

Ready to shape your future with us? | About your application process

For this vacancy, we ask you to upload a motivation letter along with your CV. This gives you the opportunity to show us your drive, motivation, and personality. At EY, we support the use of AI tools like ChatGPT, as long as your own tone and unique personality remain visible.

Our first contact: After your application, our recruiter will call you within 5 days for a short introduction. We’ll explore whether the role could be a good match.

First interview: Before the interview, we’ll ask you to complete an online assessment. Not a standard questionnaire, but a game-based assessment focusing on both your cognitive skills and behavioral preferences. We’ll discuss the results during the interview, which will include a colleague from the relevant department. This mutual introduction is a chance for us to get to know you, and for you to ask any questions you have.

Second interview: If we see a match and you’re still enthusiastic, we’ll invite you for a second interview. We’ll dive deeper into the role and other relevant topics. Sometimes, a business case is part of the process. A final interview may also follow.

We’re a match. You’ll receive an offer and we’ll perform a pre-employment screening. Then your new adventure begins. Welcome to EY!

Research shows that women are less likely to apply if they don’t meet all the criteria. Please feel free to apply even if you don’t meet everything.

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