More than you expected

Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.

Job Description:

Continuous Improvement Executive

Milton Keynes/Hybrid working

NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.

Are you passionate about data quality, process efficiency, and user experience? Do you have experience in supporting with implementing continuous improvement initiatives. If so, you might be the perfect candidate for the Continuous Improvement Executive role within People Services. Our People Services team support the administration of the employee lifecycle.

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.

A look into the role

As a Continuous Improvement Executive within our People Services team, you will:

• Analyse data and processes to identify gaps, issues, and areas for improvement within People Services and the end user

• Evaluate and report on the outcomes and benefits of changes

• Support the People Services Manager with promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team

• Be responsible for the maintenance and creation of People Services owned resources to support both the team and the users of the processes.

• Support the delivery of continuous improvement projects within the people services team

Knowing you’re right for us

Joining us as a Continuous Improvement Executive, the minimum criteria you’ll need is:

• a curious mindset,

• experience in introducing new digital ways of working to a team,

• examples of where you have analysed data to show the benefits of a change or influence change, and

• actively been involved in analysing and presenting management information.

It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way.

• Experience of taking a lead role within projects

• Prior experience of working within a People Services environment

• Experience of working in a partnership

• Experience of managing change

• Competent in using Visio

Knowing we’re right for you

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone.  Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job 

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values – Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility.

We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.