Senior Manager IT Strategy - Technology Strategy & Transformation - TC - Belfast & Derry/Londonderry

Senior Manager, IT Strategy - Technology Strategy & Transformation - Technology Consulting - Belfast, Derry & Londonderry

At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you, we are counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

EY has a number of career opportunities available, and we are interested in meeting candidates who are looking for a new challenge, one where you can develop your range of skills significantly. Be that a move out of industry into practice, or from within practice into advisory services. We are looking for future leaders with a genuine creative vision and confidence to make it happen. Our opportunities will allow you to apply your expertise to a variety of projects whilst offering you excellent career progression opportunities., * Assist clients with the development and implementation of technology strategy and transformation initiatives, including developing business case.

• Support the planning, execution and delivery of engagements including technology transformations and technology related services.
• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication with team members and leadership on progress.
• Build strong internal relationships within EY Technology Consulting and across the other service lines we work with and support.
• Support the growth of the practice through development of relevant industry and technology Thought Leadership material.
• Ensure and adhere compliance to EY quality and risk management processes across projects and other interactions.

We are seeking an energetic IT Strategy resource to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a fundamental understanding of IT strategy development, execution and IT cost optimisation., * An undergraduate or graduate degree

• Experience in delivering technology projects including IT strategy, technology assessment, IT cost optimisation, application/portfolio rationalisation, technology vendor management or related roles
• Experience in project delivery as a team member or team lead

Ideally, you will also have:

• Experience in any technology area including Technology/Digital Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, system implementation and Agile software development.
• Experience in innovative and emerging technology e.g. AI/GenAI
• Experience in cloud-based technology e.g Azure, AWS
• Experience in cost optimisation including financial analysis, technology vendor management, strategic planning and process improvement
• ToGAF or any EA architecture domain related certification, Scrum, ITIL certification or any technology vendor certification (Microsoft, AWS, Oracle etc).
• Proficient in using office connectivity and productivity tools including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to use effective written and verbal business communication skills when interacting with clients and team members.

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards 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:

• Pension

• Maternity & Paternity leave

• Discounted health insurance

• Bike to work Scheme

• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family

• Recognition Awards

• The purchase of additional annual leave

• Cash incentives for referrals

• Hybrid Working

• Work Mobile

• Free Gym membership

• TECH MBA paid by EY

• Travel Pass

• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

Our Technology Strategy & Transformation team specialises in supporting our clients on business and digital enablement through technology strategy, architecture and advisory services. Technology Strategy & Transformation operates within a global and EMEIA network across EY and provides C-Suites with insight and services to support the derivation of business value from technology investments. Our services cover the entire spectrum from strategy development to architecture and solution design through to execution. Our clients are facing a future of massive disruption driven by rapid market shifts, regulatory change, customer expectations, new competition and technology innovation. We're building a vision for how technology can accelerate growth. By bringing our brand, content, and technology together, EY can become our clients' reliable and chosen transformation partner. Our approach and solutions combines the breadth and scale of EY's leading advisory and technology practices, capabilities and insight to drive real transformation, real change, real outcomes and we are expanding its Technology Consulting team to help these companies navigate this disruption and take advantage of new opportunities. As a Technology Strategist you will be helping our clients to solve their business problems and to take advantage of opportunities in an ever-changing marketplace. You will be working with clients to translate their business strategy into technology strategy, build enabling target operating model, technology initiatives and roadmaps that enables transitioning from their current state to the desired target state in a cost-efficient approach. You will be using your information technology knowledge and experience to solve business problems and bring value to clients., 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 central 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. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. That's Why, EY.