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Strategic Consulting Lead - FS&I

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At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries. We are proud of: The work we do and the innovation we drive; Our values of share, care and dare; A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy; Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration.

Job Responsibility:

  • Drive growth within a portfolio of Financial Services & Insurance clients
  • Act as the figurehead for Valtech’s Financial Services & Insurance consulting practice, inspiring teams and clients alike
  • Provide strategic oversight and guidance to cross-functional teams delivering Financial Services & Insurance projects
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry leaders
  • Develop and promote Valtech’s perspectives on key trends and challenges within Financial Services
  • Publish whitepapers, contribute to industry reports, and represent Valtech’s voice on relevant topics
  • Build deep partnerships with Financial Services & Insurance clients, understanding their business challenges and delivering innovative solutions
  • Collaborate with Valtech’s global teams to co-create bespoke strategies that leverage emerging technologies and best practices
  • Drive business development and expand Valtech’s client base in Financial Services & Insurance
  • Mentor and grow a high-performing team of consultants specialized in Financial Services & Insurance
  • Lead knowledge-sharing initiatives to upskill internal teams on industry trends and digital consulting methodologies

Requirements:

  • 15+ years of consulting experience in Financial Services & Insurance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, specifically within retail banking, wealth management and insurance
  • Close relationships with key technology partners in the vertical
  • Deep knowledge of digital transformation, fintech, and the Financial Services landscape, including trends, challenges, and regulatory frameworks
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
  • Proven track record of publishing articles, speaking at conferences, and leading industry discussions
  • Demonstrated success in building and maintaining senior-level client relationships on accounts that are 10m+
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively and strategically
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills
What we offer:
  • Growth opportunities
  • A values-driven culture
  • International careers
  • The chance to shape the future of experience
  • An environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth
  • A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy
  • A borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration

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Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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