People Consulting Assistant Manager — Change & Org Design

EY; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

EY's People Consulting practice is seeking an Assistant Manager to work across capabilities and services, often with leaders of major organisations, delivering large-scale change strategies, organisational design, and HR transformation. You will join multidisciplinary teams, develop leadership skills, and support project delivery from planning through implementation.

You will help build an inclusive, collaborative culture while advising clients on people-related challenges in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Relevant postgraduate qualification.
• Approximately 4+ years of advisory services experience in change enablement areas.
• Strong organisation and time management under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical competence in core Human Capital capabilities with a practical, business-driven approach.
• Analyse problems and deliver high-quality client solutions.
• Manage projects by tracking progress, mitigating risks, and keeping stakeholders informed.
• Influence and persuade stakeholders to support key change initiatives.
• Coach and manage junior team members.
• Foster collaboration and promote an inclusive, innovative team environment.
• Identify and manage risks and issues during client engagements.
• Contribute to business development and client pursuits.
• Lead engagement activities from planning through to implementation.
• Stay calm under pressure and adapt quickly to changes.

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication (oral & written)

Self-motivation

Creative problem solving

Work ethic

Education

Postgraduate qualification

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

EY's People Consulting practice is seeking an Assistant Manager to work across capabilities and services, often with leaders of major organisations, delivering large-scale change strategies, organisational design, and HR transformation. You will join multidisciplinary teams, develop leadership skills, and support project delivery from planning through implementation.

You will help build an inclusive, collaborative culture while advising clients on people-related challenges in a fast-paced