UKI Technology Consulting-Testing-Utilities, Senior Consultant

Role summary

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EY is seeking a Senior Consultant to support technology consulting and testing engagements for utility-sector clients across the UK and Ireland. The role is likely to involve developing test strategies, managing test planning and execution, coordinating business and technical stakeholders, and helping clients improve the quality and reliability of technology implementations. Candidates should have experience in software testing, quality assurance, test management, or technology consulting, with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Experience in utilities, enterprise systems, agile delivery, test automation, or tools such as Jira and Azure DevOps would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be expected to work independently, support junior colleagues, manage client expectations, and contribute to proposals and broader EY consulting initiatives.

About the employer

EY, formerly Ernst & Young, is one of the world's largest professional services organisations and a member of the Big Four. It provides assurance, tax, transaction, consulting, technology, and advisory services to businesses and public-sector organisations. EY operates in more than 150 countries and supports clients with digital transformation, risk management, financial performance, cybersecurity, technology implementation, and regulatory challenges. In Ireland, EY has offices including Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Belfast-related UK and Ireland operations, serving clients across financial services, utilities, government, healthcare, consumer products, and other industries. The firm promotes multidisciplinary teamwork and invests heavily in digital skills, professional development, and technology consulting. Employees typically work in a hybrid environment, combining client-site, office, and remote work depending on project requirements.

Working in Ireland

Ireland offers strong opportunities in technology consulting, software, cloud, cybersecurity, data, finance, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and utilities. Dublin is the main employment hub, while Cork, Galway, Limerick, and Waterford also have growing technology and professional-services sectors. Irish workplace culture is generally collaborative, informal, and relationship-focused, with good value placed on communication and work-life balance. The lifestyle includes lively towns, music, sport, coastal scenery, and easy access to countryside, although housing and rent—especially in Dublin—can be expensive. EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens can work without an employment permit. Most non-EEA nationals need an employment permit and an appropriate immigration permission; Critical Skills permits may be relevant to eligible technology roles. Candidates should secure an offer, check permit eligibility, arrange accommodation, obtain a PPS number, and budget carefully for transport, deposits, healthcare, and everyday living costs.