Senior Manager - Financial Services Sector

Cornerstone OnDemand Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Manager for their Financial Services team in Toronto. This role is pivotal in leading client engagements, managing teams, and developing innovative strategies to drive growth in the Financial Services sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive consulting experience, strong analytical abilities, and the drive to excel in a top-tier firm.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits

401(k) & RRSP benefits with company matching

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 7+ years in strategy or management consulting experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Financial Services sector.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements and deliver high-quality insights.
• Develop trusted relationships with senior clients.
• Manage multiple projects and guide junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Undergraduate degree

MBA or similar advanced degree

Job description

Simon-Kucher's sole focus is on unlocking better growth for our clients, increasing their long-term sales, value, and profit. We achieve this by optimizing every lever of their commercial strategy – customer engagement, product, pricing, innovation, marketing, distribution, and sales.

Our consulting teams are made up of industry-leading strategists with extensive experience in Financial Services (FS), including banking (retail, business, corporate), fintech, payments, wealth & asset management, and insurance (property & casualty, life & health). Thanks to our talent and expertise, we are equipped to respond to the most pressing challenges in financial services, providing clear and actionable guidance to our clients using data, deep analytics, research, and behavior science. Our FS consulting offerings are strengthened by a team of 130+ dedicated consultants led by 19 partners globally.

We are looking for talented individuals to support and amplify the growth of this dynamic Financial Services team in North America.

What makes us special :

• Become part of a unique entrepreneurial team. Think independently, use your initiative, and take some risks. Entrepreneurship is a powerful force that drives the growth not only of our firm but our clients and people.
• Unlock the power of opportunity. Advance your career in a thriving company with a startup feel. We invest in your professional development every step of the way.
• Enjoy balance and flexible working. Be empowered to do your best work – whether it’s from home or in the office.
• Prioritize your health and wellbeing. We offer a competitive suite of health benefits to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
• Invest in your future. All US and Canadian employees enjoy 401(k) & RRSP benefits with company matching.
• Work in a values-driven culture. At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. Our values guide the way we do business and communicate our distinctiveness.

How you will create an impact :

• As a Senior Manager at Simon-Kucher, you will be a critical member of our Financial Services consulting team in North America.
• Lead and manage the delivery of client engagements while elevating the analysis and insights.
• Drive project planning and execution by ensuring alignment of project delivery to client needs and objectives.
• Lead and guide a large team of junior consultants to develop innovative insights and recommendations.
• Develop trusted senior-level advisory relationships by delivering high-quality and tailored recommendations.
• Effectively engage senior client audiences at all stages of their commercial growth strategy.
• Expand and develop relevant new capabilities, tactics, and tools for clients.
• Identify and engage with prospective clients to understand their needs and challenges.
• Provide exceptional client service and communication.
• Prepare client-ready deliverables and present findings to senior client audiences.
• Manage multiple engagements and project teams concurrently.
• Guide the team through project activities, including oversight of research and analysis.
• Oversee the work of team members across multiple engagements and provide timely feedback.
• Participate in the continued growth of Simon-Kucher's FS practice.
• Develop and deliver new thought leadership in collaboration with peers.
• Stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to clients.
• Coach and develop consultants and be an objective Career Development Advisor (CDA).
• Demonstrate empathy and emotional intelligence in leadership.
• Play an integral role in the recruitment of new FS consultants.
• Contribute to Simon-Kucher's culture and success.

Your profile :

• Outstanding drive, determination, and desire to be part of a top tier consulting firm.
• Strong knowledge of and passion for the Financial Services sector.
• An undergraduate degree is required; MS, MA, MBA, or other advanced degree is preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in a professional services environment, ideally in strategy or management consulting.
• Proven business consulting expertise in disciplines such as growth strategies, go-to-market strategy, and pricing.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to distill insights from large data sets.
• Effective presentation and communication abilities.
• Demonstrated record of solving complex problems and managing individuals.
• Strong work ethic and collaborative team player.
• Highly inclusive and empathetic approach to leadership.
• Ability to develop and maintain deep relationships with senior clients.
• Ability to travel at least 25-50% of the time.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

is a global consultancy with more than 2,000 employees in 30+ countries. Our sole focus is on unlocking better growth that drives measurable revenue and profit for our clients. Simon-Kucher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or militarily status, or any other legally protected status.

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