EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. 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. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Risk Management supports our people in managing the risks that arise during our daily working lives. We work closely with all parts of the organization to identify, manage and monitor risk, providing coordinated guidance and assistance on independence, conflicts, compliance, regulatory, policy, security issues, as well as dealing with claims and any queries regarding ethics.

The opportunity

You'll conduct research and analysis across the topics relevant to Lobbying and Political Compliance and provide guidance to Firm personnel. To achieve this, you'll interpret policies and processes, determine required actions, and make recommendations based on Firm guidance and applicable laws. In addition, you'll analyze issues, and document the diligence with which tasks are performed, to help meet the demands of external regulators.

Your key responsibilities

• Support the Firm’s lobbyist registration and reporting program.
• Assist with responses to consultations from Service Lines and other business units related to Lobbying and Political Compliance.
• Support Lobbying and Political Compliance monitoring processes to identify and propose solutions to potential risks and matters requiring remediation.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders in developing training, communications, processes, and controls to help the business efficiently operate while remaining compliant with relevant regulations.
• Recommend ways to improve process(es), and/or develop new approaches, calling on your Risk Management and business experience.
• Support the resolution of complex or novel issues related to Lobbying and Political Compliance or other Risk Management processes.
• Assist with the establishment and implementation of project plans, including goals and measures.
• Keep documentation and information on processes current.
• Liaise between clients and members (including leaders) of Risk Management and various other functional areas within the Firm (e.g., Government Contracting, the Office of Public Policy, Finance, IT, Compliance Program Monitoring Center of Excellence).
• Develop relationships, and build a network of people across the Firm.
• Gain a solid understanding of:
  • The key requirements of Firm policies and regulators' rules.
  • Risk Management areas outside of your core area.
  • Relevant and evolving parts of the EY business.

Skills and attributes for success

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively in small teams
• Adept at keeping sensitive information confidential
• Strong research and communications skills
• Ability to manage and meet deadlines while balancing unanticipated and time sensitive matters

To qualify, candidates must have

• Basic knowledge of project management tools and methodologies
• Previous experience within lobbying and political compliance
• Good working knowledge of computers and common software packages, including analytical tools such as Microsoft Excel
• 3-5+ plus years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Ideally, you’ll also have the ability to

• Learn and understand the Firm and regulators’ independence rules and policies as well as other risk management initiatives outside your area of expertise.
• Manage tasks and activities in a timely manner and be responsible for specific outcomes.
• Enhance our data monitoring efforts by collaborating with our Risk Management colleagues.

What we look for

We’re looking for individuals that have strong problem-solving skills who aren’t afraid to take initiative. You’ll need to have an enthusiasm for capturing and analysing data. If you’re great at communicating with people in a fast-paced environment, this is a great place to develop all the skills that will progress your career.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.