Consultant (Strategy and Transformation) (Fintech)

TL;DR

Consultant (Strategy and Transformation) (Fintech): Delivering high-impact advisory projects for global investment and wealth managers with an accent on operating model design, regulatory change, and digital transformation. Focus on conducting detailed research, solving complex strategic challenges, and implementing change across the AWM value chain.

Location: Hybrid (London, UK)

Company

A specialist professional services and technology firm partnering with leading insurance and highly regulated global businesses to manage risk and drive growth.

What you will do

• Deliver client engagements across strategy, operating model design, regulatory change, and digital transformation within the AWM sector.
• Conduct detailed research and data analysis to develop strategic insights and recommendations.
• Create high-quality client deliverables, including process maps, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to gather requirements, test hypotheses, and support implementation.
• Manage project milestones, tracking risks and dependencies to ensure successful delivery.
• Contribute to internal thought leadership and business development activities.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience.
• Exposure to Asset & Wealth Management, investment operations, or financial services consulting.
• Must be based in or able to work in London on a hybrid basis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to derive insights from data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, SQL, R, or C++.
• Experience with financial data platforms (Bloomberg, FactSet, Refinitiv) or data warehousing solutions.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days holiday, increasing with tenure.
• Pension scheme with a 5% matched contribution.
• Life Assurance coverage (4x basic salary).
• Access to a well-being centre and a reward platform with retail discounts.
• Comprehensive support for professional development, training, and qualifications.

Hiring process

• Initial phone call and CV review.
• Two stages of interviews.
• Offer and hiring.