Senior Consultant - Financial Services (f/m/d)Barcelona, Spain
At ALAIKA we are building the future of Financial Services, with the vision to build the leading challenger firm within Financial Services by pairing leading business and technology expertise across our three brands ALAIKA Advisory (Strategy Consulting), ALAIKA Building (Company Builder), and ALAIKA Capital (Investment Company). Founded in October 2022 by the Financial Services Practice Lead Partner of a leading US strategy consultancy and a builder/investor of multiple leading software companies, we already bring together the best of both worlds: deep functional Financial Services domain expertise/networks, and a track record of how to build and invest into leading software product companies.
As a Senior Consultant, you will shape the strategic transformation of leading global companies, addressing pressing challenges within our key industry Financial Services as well as our key domains Cybersecurity, Data & Analytics, and ESG/Climate Tech.
What you will do: Create Impact for Our Clients: Work alongside colleagues of all levels and clients worldwide to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change. Conduct research, conduct interviews, analyze data to gain insights, assess problems, and structure solutions. Lead workstreams and small projects, working on initiatives such as IT mergers, strategic transformations, and CIO/CSO reorganizations.Client Assignments: Identify information sources, gather and interpret data, execute analysis, and present findings to your ALAIKA team members and client stakeholders. Take ownership of project deliverables, ensuring high-quality results and client satisfaction. Lead and manage small project teams, providing guidance and mentorship to consultants.Grow & Take Over Responsibility: Apply and develop your analytical, interpersonal, creative thinking, technology, and business management skills from day one. Take on increasing responsibility, contributing to both client projects and internal initiatives.Support Sales Material and Proposal Development: Assist in creating sales materials, developing proposals, and supporting external communications and events.ALAIKA School: Learn and collaborate with the best consultants in the technology and financial services areas.Your Profile: Relevant Experience: 3+ years of full-time professional experience. Ideally, you gained work experience in a high-paced environment such as a top (VC-backed) start-up or a fast-growing company, top strategy consulting, investment banking/venture capital/private equity.Background: Outstanding degree in an analytical field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, Finance, Economics) from a top-tier university or an outstanding track record outside of university.Language Proficiency: Fluency in English; additional languages such as German are a plus.Entrepreneurial Spirit: Proactive, takes ownership, and prefers to ask for forgiveness rather than permission.Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to leverage data to drive informed decision-making and optimize processes.Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.What's in it for you: Our employees are our most precious asset, and we are committed to providing a unique employee experience. We offer multiple opportunities to create your path and build a global career at the highest levels following your interests.
Competitive Rewards: Benefit from a highly competitive salary and attractive bonus structure, allowing you to directly benefit from our collective success.Collaborate with Industry Leaders & Expand Your Network: Leverage our extensive connections spanning from Fortune 500 Financial Services executives over Private Equity to successful startup founders enhancing your skill set and opening doors to prestigious industry events, conferences, and new professional relationships.Unmatched Growth Potential: Immerse yourself in an exhilarating start-up atmosphere where rapid personal and professional growth is not just encouraged but guaranteed and expected.Company Events: Dive into our culture with exceptional team-building activities, from Oktoberfest celebrations and Floßfahrt adventures on the Isar to festive Christmas parties, regular dinners and lunches, and much more.Modern Working Environment: State-of-the-art offices in Munich Werksviertel, Frankfurt am Main and Barcelona, more to come ;)Are you excited about advising clients, building innovative solutions, and investing in the global Financial Services industry? We invite you to apply directly with your CV (including transcripts & references).
Equal Opportunities for all Our team spirit celebrates diversity. We want you to be your true "you" and offer everyone an open culture and safe space with equal chances and opportunities.
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