Manager Strategy & Operations - Public Operations

• You have at least 4 years of relevant work experience within strategy, transformation, organizational development, or operational improvement trajectories, preferably in consultancy.
• You have experience with program management, change management, governance, operating models, or performance management within complex organizations, preferably in the public sector.
• You are a strong advisor and partner for management teams and senior stakeholders.
• You combine analytical ability and political sensitivity with a pragmatic approach that leads to sustainable results.

• You have excellent command of the Dutch and English languages and have an affinity with public organizations.

• A suitable salary for your role and responsibility, depending on experience and qualifications. Plus, a good pension. Good for the future. In addition to your salary, you will also receive holiday allowance and an annual bonus (depending on results and development).
• A laptop and phone that you may also use privately and a monthly internet allowance.
• 34 vacation days, to recharge and refuel + the possibility to purchase more days.
• With the mobility budget, you decide for yourself how you travel; for example, choose a lease car, an advantageous public transport subscription, or arrange your transport easily via our app.
• You will receive all the space to grow, both personally and professionally. Whether you want to develop in your profession, as a person, or in your leadership style, we have an extensive range of training and education.
• Your health comes first. We believe that when you feel good, you also perform better. For instance, you will receive access to the wellbeing platform OpenUp (and also your family). Here, you can easily have a conversation with psychologists and lifestyle experts within 36 hours, and you can participate in sessions in the field of wellbeing.
• Much attention is paid to teaming and various internal networks with which you can participate in all kinds of social activities. After all, a pleasant working atmosphere and good cooperation with colleagues also contribute to your happiness at work.

• You will receive a contract for 32-40 hours per week
• At EY, we believe a healthy work-life balance is important. Hybrid working makes this much easier. Whether you work at the office, at client sites, or at home; we ensure that you receive a well-equipped home working space.
• The possibility to work from abroad for 20 working days per year.
• The possibility to exchange 3 national holidays for non-national holidays.

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Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Public organizations face complex societal challenges and, at the same time, the challenge of continuously improving their service delivery, execution, and performance. As a Manager Strategy & Operations, you help organizations translate strategic ambitions into concrete improvements in daily practice.

You support clients in improving governance, collaboration, processes, and organizational design. In this way, you contribute to sustainable change and societal impact for citizens, businesses, and public professionals.

Your new job | About your key responsibilities

As a Manager Strategy & Operations, you lead complex improvement and change trajectories within public organizations. You translate strategy and policy into actionable change agendas and guide organizations through issues regarding governance, operating models, process improvement, performance management, and organizational development.

You are a strategic partner for management teams and senior stakeholders and know how to reduce complex issues to clear choices and concrete results. Additionally, you lead project teams, guide consultants in their development, and actively contribute to the growth of our services and propositions within Public Operations.

As a Manager Strategy & Operations, you are responsible for optimizing operational processes and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

• You analyze operational metrics and use data to identify areas for improvement and support strategic decisions.
• You work effectively with various departments such as strategy, production, planning, and control & finance.
• Through your leadership and analytical skills, you ensure that the organization achieves its operational objectives and KPIs. Additionally, you motivate colleagues and guide them in their development.

Our office in Amsterdam is located in the Zuidas: a vibrant place where many companies are established. In our Cross Towers, no fewer than 1,500 people are welcomed every day upon arrival. For a breathtaking view of Amsterdam, head to the 22nd floor. Collaboration takes on a new meaning through the Wavespace. This High-Tech environment brings clients and colleagues together virtually from around the world.

Shaping your future together with us? | About your application process

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

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