Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the Grant Thornton global network of member firms. GTIL sets the strategic direction, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. GTIL and the member firms will continually improve the sustainability of their operations and strive to make a positive impact on clients, people, markets, and the communities in which we operate, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Deve... more details
Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the Grant Thornton global network of member firms. GTIL sets the strategic direction, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. GTIL and the member firms will continually improve the sustainability of their operations and strive to make a positive impact on clients, people, markets, and the communities in which we operate, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
About the role
Overall role purpose
The Go Beyond network strategy has a focus on growing and protecting our international business. Supporting both “grow” and “protect” elements of the network strategy is the strategic priority of the Global Relationship Database – Independence Relationship Checking project (GRD-IRC). Once in place GRC-IRC will enhance compliance with independence requirements, speed up decision making and enable member firms to compete for international business more effectively. This role will lead the initiative to develop a foundational and scalable global data solution with a specific focus on delivering a new and improved Independence Relationship Checking process.
Main responsibilities
Lead Grant Thornton strategic network initiative to develop a foundational and scalable global data foundation with a specific focus on delivering a new Independence/Relationship Checking (IRC) application.?
Ownership of project scope, requirements, outcome and benefits?
Responsible for developing and managing the GRD/IRC system requirements to ensure we have a clearly defined goal/target state for the Project to deliver
Be able to define what success looks like, and what is the definition of done
Responsible for achieving the GRD/IRC business requirements and ensure alignment with GTIL, member firm, and third-party technology providers.?
Engage and communicate with key GTIL and network stakeholders on program vision, objectives, scope, schedule, quality, and cost.?
Partner with GTIL technical, project management, vendors, and business resources to deliver the project scope and benefits?
Communicate to the GLT (Global Leadership Team) and Global Relationship Data Steering Committee (GRDGC) via monthly updates and regular interaction with the GRDGC chair-person?
Accountable for the project deliverables meeting quality, schedule, and benefits; provides approval sign-off on requirements, priorities, test results, deliverables, and any decision or material requiring business approval
Provide overall leadership, coordination, and direction for knowledge management and training for solution rollout?
Oversees member firm committees (user group and associated working groups)
Person specification
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to coalesce and present material in a concise understandable form to various target audiences
Quick learner and self-starter with the ability and confidence to execute their responsibilities with limited oversight
A problem solver creative in finding solutions to issues or approaches to meet a need
A team player willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed and able to adapt to changing priorities
Flexible; able to adapt to changing priorities
Experience – Essential
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or related industry or at least 2 years’ experience with relationship checking in professional services firms
Experience in understanding business processes and data collection
Experience in leading discussions with diverse groups
Experience in working with a global, virtual team
Experience working with technology and technology providers
Familiarity with organizational change management and training practices
Familiarity with resource and budget planning
Experience – Desirable
Familiarity with project management best practices
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