People Consulting - Payroll Advisory- Manager

People Consulting - Payroll Advisory- Manager

Location: Chicago
Other locations: Anywhere in Region
Salary: Competitive
Date: May 6, 2026

As a member of the Organizations and People Technology team, you will join a talented group of professionals that help clients in a number of areas. These include the development of HR technical strategies, the selection and management of HR information systems/software to support broader business initiatives, and the assessment of business models to more effectively engage digital consumers at every touch-point in the consumer experience lifecycle. You may also be required to manage the preparation, processing and administration of payroll to help improve and reduce the cost and risks of operations.

Our key capabilities include Payroll, HR Technology and Digital.

Key Responsibilities

• You will be a key resource on large-scale system related projects.
• In this role, you should be able to deliver quality client service, deliver insightful solutions and balance multiple priorities.
• You will also be expected to have excellent communication skills, integrate into and lead new teams, and rapidly establish relationships.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Demonstrate technical competence and take a practical/business driven approach to solving complex client challenges.
• Contribute to generating profitable revenue through identifying follow-on engagement opportunities and developing lasting relationships with clients.
• Encourage and facilitate collaboration amongst team members, and promote an inclusive working environment.
• Contribute to business development and client pursuit activities by preparing proposals and delivering presentations.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience, including previous work with a Big 4, global management consultancy firm, global payroll vendor company, niche consultancy or performed an in-house role payroll practitioner role in which you gained exposure to a large-scale project(s) and/or processed or oversaw payroll for the organization.
• Around 5-7+ years of prior experience.
• Personal success in current job with experience in one or more of our capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree and relevant post-graduate qualification.
• Willingness to travel as needed, and comfortable working in a hybrid environment with an average of three (3) days per week at a client site or within an EY office.

What We Look For

We're interested in professionals with the drive to take on new responsibilities and projects. You'll need the confidence to speak up with your own creative thoughts on a wide range of areas. You'll also have the opportunity to achieve your potential by being given professional development and experiences with clients across geographies.

We Offer You

The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $125,900 to $231,100. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $151,200 to $262,600. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.