Human Capital Consulting - Associate Director

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 120 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consulting firm that shapes business strategies through people. As a Senior Manager in Change Management, you'll lead transformative initiatives, develop strategies, and oversee a talented team. This role offers the chance to work on complex global projects, making a tangible impact on businesses. With a focus on inclusivity and professional growth, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career while driving meaningful change. Embrace the challenge and help organizations navigate their transformation journey.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in Change Management.
• Experience leading Change Management programs for large-scale transformations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Change Management strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead Change Management initiatives including technology rollouts and cultural change.

Skills

Change Management

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic Planning

Program Assessment

Operations Management

Budget Forecast

Education

Certification in Change Management (e.g., Prosci)

Relevant professional experience in consulting

Job description

People Consulting shapes and delivers the part of business strategy that depends on people. As a People Consulting professional, you will have the opportunity to work with global clients to understand and address some of their largest and most complex people-related challenges, ultimately improving and driving sustainable business results. We focus on engagements related to the Human Capital value chain, including but not limited to Organisation Design, Change Management, Talent Management, Learning, Transactions, and Reward.

Joining EY provides access to valuable experiences, knowledge, and thought leadership across capabilities, service offerings, sectors, and geographies. The exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime, regardless of your tenure.

Job summary :

As a member of the People Consulting team, focusing on designing and implementing large-scale, complex global transformation programs across various sectors, you will join a talented group of professionals supporting and improving businesses through transformation initiatives.

Key responsibilities :

As a Senior Manager specializing in Change Management, you will be a key resource on business transformation projects for our clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing Change Management strategies aligned with organizational vision and objectives.
• Leading Change Management initiatives, including technology rollouts, process improvements, restructuring, and cultural change.
• Overseeing a team of Change Management professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Conducting impact analyses, assessing change readiness, and managing stakeholders.
• Designing and executing communication and engagement plans.
• Creating training programs and materials for effective knowledge transfer.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align activities with business goals.
• Monitoring adoption and effectiveness of Change Management efforts, making adjustments as needed.
• Managing resistance through engagement, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Establishing metrics to measure success and reporting to leadership.
• Acting as a strategic advisor, integrating knowledge from all areas of the transformation.
• Developing and coaching organizational leaders as Change Leaders.

The role requires delivering quality client service, analyzing complex problems, providing insightful solutions, and managing resources effectively. The candidate should possess advanced communication skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, initiative, and the ability to quickly integrate into teams and build relationships.

Candidate qualifications :

• Certification in Change Management methodologies (e.g., Prosci) is advantageous.
• Relevant professional experience, including consulting or leading Change Management programs for large-scale transformations.
• At least 8-10 years of experience in Change Management.

Who we are :

At EY, we are 212,000 people across 728 offices in 150 countries, organized into four Areas and 28 Regions. Our people work in Assurance, Advisory, Tax, Transaction Advisory Services (TAS), or Core Business Services (CBS), which supports internal operations like HR and IT.

As a business advisor at EY, you will help leading companies and governments tackle pressing issues, with opportunities for professional growth and diverse experiences across industries and geographies.

EY is committed to inclusivity and strives for a balance that enables excellent client service and personal career development. While client-facing roles may require travel and client site work, our flexible arrangements support work-life balance.

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Program assessment, FDA Regulations, Manufacturing & Controls, Program Evaluation, Budget Forecast, Research Experience, Operations Management, Research & Development, Strategic Planning, Contract Management, Leadership, Negotiation