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US - Tax - Tax Technology and Transformation (Law Solutions) - Legal and Contract Management Technology - Senior
EY Tax Technology and Transformation
Tax Technology and Transformation offers services to companies in response to the impact of existing and emerging technology, including the growing data burden that many businesses face, driving efficiencies to create a cost-effective Tax or Legal function and the need to understand how to make data an asset. Tax Technology and Transformation is composed of the following services for Tax and Law:
Third-party system implementation and configuration
Digital transformation
Applications-as-a-service
Data and improvement
Analytics and reporting enhancement
Emerging technology, including robotic process automation (RPA), artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, cloud solutions, data lake development and business intelligence innovation
Technology program mobilization
Custom technology application development and deployment
Technology strategy and road mapping
Operating model transformation, including process improvement, risk and controls
Assessments
The opportunity
The primary role is to collaborate with clients to enhance the performance and value-add of their technical solutions and operations. As part of the Law Solutions team, you will focus on assisting to increase automation in legal department processes, enhance analytic capabilities through data integration and implement solutions that will enable the Legal department to deliver quality output and contribute more strategically to the enterprise. This technical expert will be responsible for assessing, designing, developing, and implementing legal and contract management technology, automated workflows and data science projects to improve operational efficiency and provide actionable insights.
Key responsibilities
Depending on your unique skills and ambitions, you could be supporting various client projects, from assisting in the production of leading practice solutions, to implementing third-party applications, to supporting and automating internal and external operations of multinational Tax and Legal departments. Whatever you find yourself doing, you will contribute and help toward developing a highly trained team, all the while handling activities with a focus on quality and commercial value. This is a highly regulated industry, so it is all about maintaining our reputation as trusted advisors by taking on bold initiatives and owning new challenges.
Skills and attributes for success
Legal and contract management technology assessment and implementation
Conduct assessment to determine the compatibility and effectiveness of potential legal and contract management technology solutions
Collaborate with legal, IT, and business stakeholders to understand specific requirements and challenges
Evaluate existing technologies used by the legal department to identify opportunities for improvement
Research and recommend technology solutions that align with business needs
Assist in the development of criteria for selecting legal and contract management technology vendors
Work closely with cross-functional teams to plan and execute the implementation of legal and contract management technology solutions
Maintain detailed documentation of legal department technology assessments and implementations
Configure and test third-party legal systems
Provide training and support to users during the implementation phase
Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends
Drive the continuous improvements of our implementation methodology and service offerings based on client experience
Emerging technology and data strategy
Perform data analysis and support science-related projects to support business decisions, underpinned by a deep understanding of the data, its sources and potential uses
Utilize data modeling techniques and advanced statistical analysis to discover patterns and trends that will influence business strategies
Implement emerging technologies such as RPA, AI, GenAI, and Self-Service workflows to enhance efficiency and drive cost reduction
Collaborate with cross functional teams to improve and streamline business processes, leveraging the latest technology innovations
Support the transformation of complex data into clear and actionable insights for technical and non-technical audiences
To qualify for the role, you must have
A bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Analytics, Finance, Accounting, Tax Technology, Management Information Systems, or Computer Science or related field and a minimum of three years of related work experience
Approved technical certification, CPA license or membership to a state Bar or progress to attaining those mentioned
Familiarity with various legal technology solutions and their applications, including matter management/eBilling, document management and/or contract management
Experience implementing third-party legal systems (e.g., Agiloft, Docusign, Sirion, Onit, Malbek) including workflows
A strong interest in technology and its use in business processes
Excellent communication and business writing skills
A natural flair for problem solving and an entrepreneurial approach to work.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with exceptional client-serving consulting skills
Demonstrated ability to capture and synthesize business requirements
Desire and demonstrated ability to provide leadership within a team
Experience in working with cross-functional teams
Experience in supporting project management activities, such as status reporting and risk and issue management
Ideally, you will also have at least one of the following:
Microsoft Power BI suite, including Power Pivot, Power Query, Power View and Power Map
Knowledge and experience in the design and development of databases (specifically SQL Server)
Write and maintain code for integration solutions, including APIs and middleware technologies
Experience in scripting languages using Python, Java, or other tools
Experience with developing ETL solutions using middleware tools or scripting logic
ERP experience, including SAP and/or Oracle
Experience managing large, multidisciplinary projects
Experience in Tax or Legal function, transformation and automation
Experience with Agile methodologies and Lean principles
Proficient in data modeling and AI-driven analysis, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
What we offer
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. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $95,600 to $157,900. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $114,700 to $179,400. 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. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
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.
EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
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