People Advisory Consultant

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Iris Software Full time

At Iris Software, we invite innovators to build a career as unique as they are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of themselves. We rely on their unique voice and perspective to help Iris Software become even better, too.

This role is part of our focus on the people agenda of organizations and change initiatives. Our professionals assist clients in successfully managing and sustaining people, process, and/or technology change. This includes identifying and managing stakeholders, leadership development, organizational design, training, cultural assessment and development, talent management, workforce strategies, and planning and executing key communications.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Transformation Specialist for our People Advisory Services practice. In this role, you will gain valuable experience and a wealth of knowledge by working across various capabilities, service offerings, and agencies. You will be part of multidisciplinary teams, often directly with leaders of major organizations, and bring diverse perspectives to every challenge. We are uniquely and strategically positioned to advise government and public sector leaders in the face of increasing disruptions, an ever-changing workforce, and evolving business landscape.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Develop a thorough understanding of the people components of large-scale transformation and work with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services, particularly in change and organizational design.
  • Deliver quality services by establishing goals and implementation plans to achieve high-quality deliverables within expected timeframes, working mostly independently. Monitor progress, manage risk, and confirm key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.
  • Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management, focusing on deliverables and client business priorities. Manage expectations of service and understand the client's industry and recognize key performance drivers and business trends.
  • Develop people by providing constructive on-the-job feedback/training and fostering an innovative and team-oriented work environment.
  • Demonstrate high levels of technical and professional knowledge and quickly assimilate new knowledge. Keep up-to-date with current developments and trends in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge.
  • Generate new business opportunities by understanding Ernst & Young and its service lines and actively assessing/presenting ways to serve clients. Develop long-term client relationships and networks, and develop relationships with other Ernst & Young team members across all practices to serve client needs.
  • Flexibility and ability to travel; willingness to travel on short notice to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 30%.

Skills and Attributes for Success

  • Work collaboratively in a team environment, knowing when to lead and when to follow.
  • Experience supporting people components of transformation, such as change management, culture change, operating model and organizational design, strategic workforce planning, learning design, and/or talent management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to think outside of the box, thrive on new challenges.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to adapt messaging and style to suit the needs of different audiences. Strong facilitation skills, including the ability to design meeting agendas or workshop activities to design creative solutions, build commitment to outcomes, and drive decision-making.
  • High level of motivation and a self-starting attitude.
  • Strong work ethic.
  • Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines.

To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have

  • A related bachelor's degree.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in providing relevant advisory services.
  • PROSCI or other industry-standard Change Management Certification considered an asset.
  • Experience in delivering change solutions for all portions of project lifecycles, including Assessment, Design, and Implementation.
  • Project management experience.

What We Look for

We are interested in professionals who enjoy promoting the people agenda in organizations and change initiatives, bringing people issues and challenges to the forefront. You will need the confidence to keep the people agenda front and center, as well as the interpersonal skills and communications savvy to do this in a way that integrates well with executive priorities and objectives.

What We Offer

At Iris Software, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients, and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy, plus firm-paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays, and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and social well-being.

Diversity and Inclusion at Iris Software

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We're committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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