Senior Consultant

Alpha FMC

Alpha Financial Markets Consulting (Alpha) is a leading global consultancy to the financial services industry. Founded in 2003, we have worked for over 20 years to bring together specialist, sector-focused strategy, management consulting and technology expertise to support the entire client transformation lifecycle. Having partnered with more than 1,200 clients worldwide across the asset and wealth management, alternatives and insurance industries, Alpha is truly a trusted advisor for complex change programmes. We now have over 1,540 consultants working with clients across North America, the UK, Europe, Middle East and APAC. In 2024, in recognition of our successful track record and strong growth prospects, Alpha was acquired by Bridgepoint, one of the world's leading quoted private asset growth investors. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are delighted that many of our team have built long and fulfilling careers with us, many staying over a decade. We believe this is because Alpha offers a genuinely rewarding place to work: a meritocratic environment where your career can flourish, and a welcoming culture where you can be yourself, connect with others and thrive. As we look to the future, we’re excited to be looking for new Alpha colleagues - individuals who are collaborative, innovative and ambitious. We hope you will join us and help shape the next chapter of our growth journey.   Roles and Responsibilities Based in Amsterdam (with potential travels within Europe), you will carry out consulting engagements or manage projects for prestigious clients, leaders in Asset and Wealth Management (Asset Managers, Private Banks, Investor Services Providers) in areas including: * Regulatory, Compliance & Risk Management * Strategy * M&A Integration * Review of Operating Models * Evolution of Organisations * Digital Transformation * Operational Benchmarking * Change Management We offer you the opportunity to embark on an exciting career: * Managing highly successful client engagements to achieve strong client satisfaction rating – including management of Alpha team and potentially contractors too * Developing strategies and driving high-quality work products within expected timeframes on budget * Delivering strategies by bringing together diverse stakeholders to work effectively in partnership * Analysing the client current state, developing proposals, and assisting and implementing recommendations or solutions to ensure the best use of clients’ resources * Conducting research, surveys and interviews and discussing organisational problems with clients * Monitoring progress, managing risks and ensuring key stakeholders are kept informed about progress of project and expected outcomes to ensure client efficiency * Reviewing current processes, analysing client organisational reports and other documentation, researching new methods and procedures and flagging deviations from standard procedures * Staying abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the client's business * Identifying and executing appropriate client/vendor entertainment opportunities * Develop and maintain long-term client relationships and networks * Making a strong contribution towards business development * Undertaking effective account management including financial management   Role Requirements (Skills, Experience and Qualifications): * A minimum of 7-10 years proven experience in the delivery of consulting or change projects, gained within a leading financial institution or consulting firm * Significant experience within Financial Services organisations, preferably Asset or Wealth Managers * Experience of projects engaged on Target Operating Model, business processes and/or IT solutions in some of the following areas: Distribution, CRM, Portfolio management & Risk management, Middle & Back Office processes and outsourcing * Expertise on Performance Measurement and Risk (PMAR) is a plus for this position. * Demonstrable proficiency in relationship development and client account management * A network of executive contacts across the industry and proven experience of Business Development * Senior stakeholder management and influencing skills, demonstrated with clients and colleagues * Ability to show initiative when dealing with clients, form strong relationships with new clients, and maintain existing relationships * Superb interpersonal skills, with ability to influence and lead * The ability to proffer good mentorship and coaching skills towards other team members * An in-depth understanding of market trends, drivers and outlook of the Asset and Wealth Management market * First-class communication, presentation and problem-solving skills * Fluency in Dutch and English is required. As we operate internationally other languages (French, German) is a preference. * Willingness to travel   Benefits * 25 days annual leave plus public holidays * Transportation card * Home working allowance (EUR 475) * Mobile phone allowance * Sickness insurance * Hybrid working model   Next steps: If this sounds like this role is ideal for you, apply today based on your qualifications! If successful, you will have the opportunity to meet various team members during our recruitment process which typically include a Competency style interview, a Case Study interview, and a Final Round interview with one of our Alpha Europe Partners.   Our Commitment to Inclusion At Alpha, diversity, equity and inclusion are critical to our success. Our priorities show a focus on fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace where individuals are treated fairly regardless of gender or background. We welcome applications from disabled people and are committed to making our recruitment process and workplace accessible and inclusive for everyone. --- Please be aware that we may hold information for up to 3 years from the close of the recruitment process to allow us to review your suitability for current and future job opportunities with Alpha, your data may also be shared with relevant third party providers as and when required as part of the assessment process. Full details around what data we hold, why we hold it and for how long are available in our recruitment privacy statement (https://alphafmc.com/privacy-policy/). If you have any questions, or would like us to delete your data, please contact us by email at privacy@alphafmc.com.

Alpha FMC

Alpha Financial Markets Consulting (Alpha) is a leading global consultancy to the financial services industry. Founded in 2003, we have worked for over 20 years to bring together specialist, sector-focused strategy, management consulting and technology expertise to support the entire client transformation lifecycle. Having partnered with more than 1,200 clients worldwide across the asset and wealth management, alternatives and insurance industries, Alpha is truly a trusted advisor for complex change programmes. We now have over 1,180 consultants working with clients across North America, the UK, Europe, Middle East and APAC.   In 2024, in recognition of our successful track record and strong growth prospects, Alpha was acquired by Bridgepoint, one of the world's leading quoted private asset growth investors. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are delighted that many of our team have built long and fulfilling careers with us, many staying over a decade. We believe this is because Alpha offers a genuinely rewarding place to work: a meritocratic environment where your career can flourish, and a welcoming culture where you can be yourself, connect with others and thrive. As we look to the future, we’re excited to be looking for new Alpha colleagues - individuals who are collaborative, innovative and ambitious. We hope you will join us and help shape the next chapter of our growth journey.   If you’re looking for a career that combines stimulating challenges with a lively work culture, Alpha is the place for you. Please visit our Alpha FMC website for more information.     Role Responsibilities: * Work, often with alongside a team, on client projects * Actively participate in project and client meetings * Produce materials for business engagement meetings (e.g. PowerPoint decks) * Support with creation of high-quality work products within expected timeframes * Own key items for project delivery – including possible ownership of deliverables or work streams within a project * Track and monitor key project issues, risks, actions, and dependencies * Understand Alpha FMC and its services and actively assess ways to serve clients * Stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the client's business * Remain current on new developments in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge * Support with the development of one or two internal business management areas     Role Requirements (Skills, Experience and Qualifications): * At least 2-3 years of proven experience in the delivery of consulting or change projects gained within a leading financial institution or consulting firm * Significant experience within ‘blue-chip’ Financial Services organisations, preferably Asset or Wealth Managers * Experience of projects engaged on Target Operating Model, business processes and/or IT solutions in some of the following areas: Distribution, CRM, Portfolio management & Risk management, Middle & Back Office processes and outsourcing * An understanding of market trends, drivers and outlook of the Asset and Wealth Management market * Ability to mentor and coach junior team members * Strong academic background including a minimum of a 2:1 degree from a leading institution * Business language fluency in English * Willingness to travel     Sharing in our Success:  Allowing our people to share in our growth journey is a highly valued component of the business and here are a few ways that we do this: * Competitive base salary * Profit share (% of base salary) which is linked to company performance * 28 days’ holiday additional to bank holidays * Lunch vouchers (on a monthly basis with fixed and flexible amount to be used) * Mobile phone allowance * Personal laptop * Home working allowance covering essential equipment * Sponsorship for professional qualifications * Supportive, social and collaborative environment * Comprehensive training and development programmes * Comprehensive career support through active and structured mentorship and buddy schemes     Our Commitment to Inclusion At Alpha, diversity, equity and inclusion are critical to our success. Our priorities show a focus on fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace where individuals are treated fairly regardless of gender or background. We welcome applications from disabled people and are committed to making our recruitment process and workplace accessible and inclusive for everyone.   --- Please be aware that we may hold information for up to 3 years from the close of the recruitment process to allow us to review your suitability for current and future job opportunities with Alpha, your data may also be shared with relevant third party providers as and when required as part of the assessment process. Full details around what data we hold, why we hold it and for how long are available in our recruitment privacy statement (https://alphafmc.com/privacy-policy/). If you have any questions, or would like us to delete your data, please contact us by email at privacy@alphafmc.com.

Alpha FMC

Alpha Financial Markets Consulting (Alpha FMC) is the leading global consultancy to the asset and wealth management industry. We are a boutique management consulting firm that offers the world’s top asset and wealth managers a competitive edge through our expertise and industry insight. Our team is of a uniquely high calibre and by focusing on asset and wealth management alone we build deep knowledge and experience within our industry. We work with a blue-chip client base, including 80% of the top 50 global asset management firms, and work with over 660 clients across the globe. We have our headquarters located in the United Kingdom and offices in France as well as other major European financial centres (Luxembourg, Switzerland, Netherlands, Germany) and globally across United States, Canada and Asia-Pacific.   Following a hugely successful AIM listing where Alpha listed with a market cap of £160m in 2017, the company enjoyed further substantial growth before selling to one of the world's leading quoted private asset growth investors (Bridgepoint) for £626m in August 2024. As such, we are now at a critical turning point in our growth. We are looking to grow the company across all levels. Pivotal to our success in this, we will be assembling the next generation of leaders, responsible for growing, elevating our market position further and nurturing the junior talent through the business. At Alpha, we pride ourselves in fostering a meritocratic environment perfect for building a career and meeting great people, as well as a rewarding place to work   Role Responsibilities: Based in Switzerland, you will carry out consulting engagements or manage projects for prestigious clients, leaders in Asset Management (Asset Managers, Private Banks, Investor Services Providers) in areas including: * Strategy * M&A Integration * Review of Operating Models * Evolution of Organisations * Digital Transformation * Operational Benchmarking * Change Management    We offer you the opportunity to embark on an exciting career: * Delivering interesting assignments in an international environment (international assignments and teams, possibility of exchanges with other offices of the group) * Working with high potential employees in a dynamic environment * Putting your ideas into practice alongside the team and on client projects * Taking ownership early on in your career – including possible ownership of deliverables or work streams within a project * Developing know-how recognised by the major players in the financial industry and participation in the growth of the leader in Asset Management consulting * Staying abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the client's business * You will also participate in the development of the firm's practices (such as Operations or Investments) and various business management areas (e.g.: Marketing or Recruitment)   Role Requirements (Skills, Experience and Qualifications): * At least 2 years of proven experience in the consulting or projects gained within a leading financial institution or consulting firm * Significant experience within ‘blue-chip’ Financial Services organisations, preferably Asset or Wealth Managers * Experience of projects engaged on Target Operating Model, business processes and/or IT solutions in some of the following areas: Distribution, CRM, Portfolio management & Risk management, Middle & Back Office processes and outsourcing * An understanding of market trends, drivers and outlook of the Asset and Wealth Management market * First-class communication, presentation and problem-solving skills with an excellent command of Microsoft Office * Basic knowledge of client relationship development and business development, for example writing proposals for new projects * Stakeholder management and influencing skills – with both clients and colleagues * Superb interpersonal skills with the ability to mentor, coach, and lead junior team members * Focus on team achievement, not just individual goals * Strong academic background from a top-ranking business school or engineering school * Fluency in German and English is required * Eligible to work in Switzerland   Sharing Success: Allowing our people to share in our growth journey is a highly valued component of the business and here are a few ways that we do this:   * Competitive base salary * Share of the profits of the business as a % of base salary: Each year the company distributes among its staff up to 30% of the profits measured through EBITDA. * 27 days’ holiday additional to public holidays * Pension scheme including cover for disability and death benefits  * Accident and illness insurance * Laptop and mobile phone * Comprehensive training and development programmes      We are a highly collaborative and supportive team and enjoy socialising together. At Alpha we are committed to employing individuals from all backgrounds, that reflects the multi-cultural society we live in. We pride ourselves on operating an inclusive working environment and providing the best people to meet our client’s expectations of service.   Your Wellbeing: Ensuring that we prioritise the wellbeing and care of everyone is paramount. To support this, we have an established mentoring and employee oversight framework across all global locations and levels. At the same time, we continue to invest in our comprehensive training and development programme that builds confidence, consulting skills and industry content.   Next steps: If successful, you will have the opportunity to meet various team members during our recruitment process which typically include a Competency style interview, a Case Study interview, and a Final Round interview with one of our Europe Directors.