EY GDS - Assistant Director - Corporate Strategy & Execution

Job Description

Growth Acceleration Group(GAG) Portfolio Lead Role This individual is responsible for providing strategic as well as tactical support to geographic, sector and account leaders across EY and acts as a primary pan-GDS interface between offshore and onshore leadership. Its a senior level support role that requires the individual to multi-task, supporting leaders in developing, driving, and managing major Global, Area and Regionally focused growth transformation initiatives. This role involves liaising closely with GDS client service and enablement functions to ensure identified opportunities are being pursued aggressively and deliverables meet stakeholders- expectations. The role involves collaborating with GDS, GAG, and Regional leadership in developing and executing the GDS strategy for all market segments, service lines and enablement functions. Key responsibilities : - Working collaboratively with Regional leadership in developing and implementing the GDS strategy for all market segments, service lines and enablement functions- Building a comprehensive understanding of the Stakeholders business, GDS usage metrics, value proposition, relationship matrix, operating model, business priorities, opportunities, growth drivers, and inhibitors- Identifying critical User decision-makers/influencers/stakeholders to build high-impact relationships through a strong understanding of their needs, expectations, perceptions, and key business imperatives- Create and help drive user-specific go-to-market strategies - both strategic and tactical - designed to grow GDS adoption in the region. Ensure robust pipeline management across regions, drive project management discipline, and work in collaboration with service lines/functions to effectively implement demand growth in the regions - Collaborate with reporting/business analytics function to deliver insightful reporting, improve data integrity and management, and utilize analytics to help the leadership team evaluate and drive business performance- Support monthly/quarterly business reviews with the Account leaders and SL/CBS regional teams - Strongly represent GDS and its Users across various forums with confidence through deep knowledge of Users- business needs, industry expertise, personal self-awareness, and a balanced approach that recognizes business relationships are built on trust and connection- Fulfil a lead role in managing virtual/in-person User events by co-developing agenda-based approaches with internal and external leadership, and then, facilitating discussions that identify and then explore agreed-upon objectives- Conceptualize and then deliver customized business solutions, presentations, and business collaterals that convey the progressive value proposition to key decision-makers and stakeholders- Work closely with GDS account leader(s) to strategize and plan a customized approach to the account, integrating User needs with GDS- capabilities, experience, and expertise- Effectively leverage EY GDS proprietary Value Discovery frameworks, tools, and enablers (such as GDS Navigator) to pitch/present strategic conversations and support program management of the execution of GDS- account- and region-specific priorities and objectives- Confidently convey the role of a trusted, solution-centered, User-focused, strategic advisor willing to deliver high-level advice, support, and assistance Skills and attributes for success : - Postgraduate in management and Graduate in any domain related to management, economics, or technology - 12+ Years of relevant consulting/execution experience with at least 8+ years of experience in building Go-To-Market strategy - Management of senior stakeholder relationships at CXO, Partner, or Functional Head level.- Should be able to conceptualize/visualize the business solution and deliver the customized presentation, business collaterals articulating progressive value proposition to the executive level audiences and follow up with the leaders to create a competitive advantage- Strong relationship management and team orientation skills; ability to lead, execute gravitas, and influence others in a cross-functional environment- The individual should have a flair for troubleshooting operational issues and finding creative solutions to drive the teams agenda forward- The role requires excellent analytical skills to analyze the business issues/challenges to support the right decision-making process To qualify for the role, you must have : - Excellent listening, oral, written, presentation, communication, and negotiating skills - Strong project management skills facilitating culturally diverse teams across service lines and functions - Ability to function in a rapidly changing, heavily matrixed, and often the virtual environment- Ability to prioritize, drive and adapt to change quickly in a fast-paced environment- Culturally sensitive, capable of handling interactions with a - global mindset- What we look for: - Ability to work & deliver as a team with the flexibility to take on roles as needed across multiple initiatives as a leader or team member- Strategic thinker; ability to look across the business and partner with key stakeholders to drive the GDS growth agenda- Ability to use a strategic, solution-oriented approach to creating interest in our unique value proposition with senior-level executives,

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