Process Specialist - Assistant Manager/Manager - Consulting

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This gives each employee the opportunity to work on both national and local projects. Our recent merger with Grant Thornton US affords our staff the opportunity to work on exciting global projects.We work as trusted advisors and are dedicated to supporting clients across the public and private sector bringing our specialist knowledge and global presence to help businesses succeed. Whether it's collaborating to build thriving communities, working alongside regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or partnering with a diverse range of businesses, we will address the issues that matter most. At Grant Thornton Ireland we don't just predict your future, we build it. A Career at Grant Thornton If you are looking for a more fulfilling role in professional services, at Grant Thornton, we do things differently. We value fresh thinking, collaboration and diversity, building an inclusive working environment open to all. We are here to support you in the development of your career, provide flexibility where required and respect and value your experience.We want you to bring your authentic self to work and be at your best - it's how it should be. Transformation Excellence At Grant Thornton, Transformation Excellence is at the heart of how we deliver lasting impact for our clients. We combine deep sector expertise with agile methodologies to drive meaningful change across organisations. Our teams are empowered to challenge the status quo, foster innovation and embed sustainable solutions that align with strategic goals. Whether it's digital transformation, operational improvement or cultural change, we focus on delivering measurable outcomes and building client capability for long-term success. Job Description & Summary As a Process Specialist at Grant Thornton, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence across client engagements and internal functions. You will lead process improvement initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams and apply analytical and project management skills to deliver measurable business outcomes. This role is ideal for professionals with a passion for continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement and strategic execution.At Grant Thornton, we are committed to continuous learning and development. If you do not meet every requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. We value a growth mindset and are dedicated to helping our people reach their full potential. Roles & Responsibilities Process Analysis & Design : Evaluate existing business processes to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities. Design and document optimised workflows aligned with strategic goals. Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with internal teams and clients to gather requirements and feedback. Facilitate workshops and meetings to align process changes with business needs. Implementation & Change Management : Lead or support the rollout of process improvements, including training and communication plans. Monitor adoption and effectiveness of new processes, adjusting as needed. Performance Monitoring & Reporting : Develop KPIs and dashboards to track process performance. Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and clients. Project Leadership : Manage or contribute to cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes. Support risk management and compliance efforts related to process changes. Skills and Experience Education and Certifications Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or related field. 4-7 years of experience in process improvement, consulting, or business analysis. Proficiency in process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, Miro). Skills and Competencies Prior consulting experience in a professional services environment is desirable. Strong data analysis and problem-solving capabilities Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to professional and client service excellence. The ability to develop good working relationships is critical; and Exceptional communication and relationship building skills across project team, key partners and executive management. Life at Grant Thornton Reward and benefits: Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive.We offer an excellent range of rewards and benefits to suit your lifestyle: Performance based bonus scheme Employer Pension Contributions Career progression with an annual promotion cycle (dependent on eligibility) Professional subscriptions paid Health insurance group scheme discount Annual flu vaccination Onsite gym (Dublin) Employee assistance programme Fresh fruit in each office daily Bike to Work scheme Pay day breakfast Be Well initiative Travel ticket schemes Funded sports and social events Life assurance scheme Employee discountsFind out more about the benefits at Grant Thornton here: . Flexible working environment: At Grant Thornton we promote a flexible working environment and are currently support a hybrid working model. 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People are at the heart of our business and teams built with varied backgrounds, racial differences, cultures, sexual orientations, religious orientations, ages, gender identities, abilities and family types present diverse viewpoints which need to be heard and valued.We are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves and we view integrity and authenticity as integral values to bring to our day-to-day work-life at the Firm. We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them. Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our clients. Our Firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer. You form the bedrock of our Firm's best-practice principles, and we will champion you as leaders from day one. 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