Join EY's Global Delivery Services (GDS) Talent Operations team as a Senior Associate, supporting the Ireland Talent Team. This role is integral to the Core Business Services (CBS) function, focusing on operational and administrative HR tasks that empower onshore teams to concentrate on strategic initiatives. You will play a key role in managing the employee lifecycle for over 4,000 professionals across the Republic of Ireland, ensuring a positive and rewarding career experience for all.

This position involves close collaboration with business stakeholders, leveraging talent, fostering an engaged culture, and driving innovation within HR services. You'll be part of a virtual hub that acts as an extension of the regional talent teams, delivering high-quality HR support through agile, skilled teams.

Key responsibilities include processing contractual changes, managing right-to-work and leave of absence processes, and supporting monthly payroll activities. You will also be responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge of EY policies, processes, and employment legislation, while proactively proposing procedural improvements.

Additional duties involve preparing insightful reports for management, developing HR solutions through data analysis, and reviewing employee and business requests in line with firm policies. You will also provide essential support for the myReward benefit portal and related benefit administration, ensuring seamless employee experiences.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree, with a preference for an HR specialization. A minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in HR systems is essential, along with demonstrated success in managing diverse stakeholders with competing needs within international and varied work environments.

Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and prioritization skills, and excellent problem-solving abilities are crucial. You should also demonstrate sound judgment, the capacity to work independently, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required, along with a proactive, customer-focused approach and a strong team-player mentality.