The Blind Ambition with Jack Kelly

Dan Black, Global Leader, Talent Attraction and Acquisition at EY: The Secret Behind the 'Big Four' Firm's Hiring, Promotion and Retention Strategy

May 1, 2024

Dan Black, Global Leader at EY, discusses the firm's hiring strategy, diverse roles, and top job seeker tips. He reveals insights on promotions, project assignments, and mentorship at EY, along with AI-enabled recruiting processes. Learn about EY's rewarding executive progression and diverse job backgrounds they consider.

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Quick takeaways

EY considers diverse roles beyond traditional accounting such as mechanical engineers, software developers, and lawyers for hiring.

EY utilizes AI for personalized and equitable recruitment processes, matching candidates' capabilities with job requirements effectively.

Deep dives

Experience of Transitioning Careers

Dan Black shares his unexpected career transition from accounting to HR at EY, highlighting his initial misperceptions about accounting and the diverse experiences he encountered in his new role. Despite unplanned beginnings, Dan found profound fulfillment in HR, emphasizing the importance of being open to unexpected career paths.

Introduction

5min

Evolution and Opportunities at EY

19min

Exploring the Impact of AI and Technology in Recruiting and Job Searching

2min

Balancing Work and Personal Fulfillment and AI in Recruitment Strategies

5min

Innovative Talent Recognition and Matching Strategies at EY

4min

Embracing Purpose and Passion in Career Development

9min

Dan Black, Global Leader, Talent Attraction and Acquisition at EY

Dan leads talent attraction and acquisition at EY and is responsible for the "Big Four" firm's recruiting strategy. We get the inside details into what he and his recruiters look for when hiring and how somebody can get on their radar. Notably, we dig into the diverse roles and backgrounds EY considers and hires, including mechanical engineers, software developers, lawyers, blockchain experts and more.

Dan also shares his top tips for job seekers, including the mistakes professionals make in today's job market, where AI-enabled recruiting processes and video interviews are now more common. We also get a sneak peek into how EY promotes its staff, decides project assignments and rotational programs, finds mentors for folks, and even how executives get rewarded and rise up through the ranks.

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The Blind Ambition with Jack Kelly

Dan Black, Global Leader, Talent Attraction and Acquisition at EY: The Secret Behind the 'Big Four' Firm's Hiring, Promotion and Retention Strategy

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Experience of Transitioning Careers

Staying with a Company Long-Term

Changing Perceptions about Careers in Accounting

Enhancing Recruitment Processes with AI

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts