Government and Public Sector - Technology Consulting - Microsoft Functional Lead

Government and Public Sector – Technology Consulting - Digital Engineering – Microsoft Functional Lead

From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector practice of Ernst & Young provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help federal, state, local and education clients implement new ideas to achieve mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through diverse, high‑performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know‑how from across our global organization, and creative bold ideas that drive innovation.

We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate complex business requirements into detailed functional specifications.

• Configure and implement solutions that align with business needs.

• Participate in discovery meetings with clients and prospects to understand and document their business requirements.

• Propose and design solutions using the extensive Power Platform capabilities to solve identified business requirements.

• Customize Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform applications.

• Work with developers and configuration resources to define and create specifications for any custom code or data migration requirements.

• Develop solutions to complex problems and recommend policy changes.

• Establish procedures that affect the immediate work area and possibly the broader business function.

• Exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to obtain results.

• Train end‑users.

• Apply analytical prowess and decision‑making based on a broad understanding of policies.

• Guide and develop junior team members.

Manager‑Level Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships.

• Create innovative insights for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs, and contribute to thought leadership.

• Anticipate and identify risks, and elevate any issues as appropriate.

• Develop people through effective supervision, coaching and mentoring; foster a positive learning culture.

• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Strong leadership skills and excellent oral and written communication.

• Experience solving problems and developing solutions.

• Prior consulting experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

• 8+ years of related experience.

• Proven track record of complex problem‑solving and relationship management.

• Strong understanding of agile delivery and development methodologies.

• Comfortable working in‑person as needed.

Due to the nature of our work in Government and Public Sector, work may be required at client, EY and/or contractor sites. Candidates should be willing to travel 20‑30% or more.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.

• Hybrid model: most external, client‑serving roles work together in person 40‑60% of the time.

• Flexible vacation policy with time off for EY Paid Holidays, winter/summer breaks, personal/family care, and other leaves.

• Base salary range in the US: $142,600 to $261,500 (regional variations apply). For New York City, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento): $171,200 to $297,200.

Equal Opportunity Employment: EY is an equal‑opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

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