Associate Strategy Consultant - Promontory

IBM Computing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm is seeking an Associate Consultant for its Promontory practice in London. This role involves supporting financial institutions with regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and a strong interest in financial services. This position offers a learning opportunity within a diverse, collaborative environment. Exceptional analytical and communication skills are essential as you assist clients in navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Diverse perspectives

Community support

Qualifications

• Must be a UK citizen due to financial sector clearance requirements.
• Strong interest in financial services regulation, compliance, governance or risk management.
• Comfortable researching and synthesising information.

Responsibilities

• Support client projects through research, analysis, and structured problem solving.
• Analyse regulatory requirements from the FCA, PRA, or global regulators.
• Prepare clear, concise presentations, reports, and strategic recommendations.

Skills

Analytical and detail oriented

Excellent written communication

Curious and proactive

Collaborative and engaging

Education

Final year student or recent graduate in Law, Economics, Finance, Politics, Business, International Relations

Job description

Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long‑term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long‑term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.

Your role and responsibilities

Overview

At IBM Consulting and Promontory, we help financial institutions navigate regulatory expectations, manage risk, and strengthen how they operate. As a graduate, you’ll join a specialist team working at the intersection of strategy, regulation, and financial crime, supporting clients as they respond to evolving rules, emerging risks, and industry transformation.

The Role

As an Associate Consultant in the Promontory practice, you’ll support clients in understanding regulatory requirements, analysing risk, and improving their governance and compliance frameworks. You’ll work with teams advising banks, insurers, and other regulated firms on topics such as financial crime, conduct, regulation, data privacy & security and operational resilience.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys research, critical thinking, problem solving, and understanding how regulation shapes financial markets.

What You’ll Do

• Support client projects through research, analysis, and structured problem solving
• Analyse regulatory requirements from the FCA, PRA, or global regulators
• Review client policies, procedures, and governance documents
• Prepare clear, concise presentations, reports, and strategic recommendations
• Track regulatory developments and summarise key impacts for clients
• Assist with project planning, coordination, and delivery
• Participate in client workshops and internal strategy discussions
• Support business development activities where needed
• Work closely with experienced consultants, risk specialists, and subject matter experts

Why IBM Consulting?

You’ll learn from experienced consultants, gain technical and industry training, and work on projects that shape how organisations operate. You’ll join a community that values diverse perspectives, continuous learning, and real world impact.

Being You @ IBM

We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Must be a UK citizen (due to financial sector clearance requirements)
• London base location
• Willingness to travel as required
• A final year student or recent graduate in Law, Economics, Finance, Politics, Business, International Relations, or any analytical or research focused degree
• Strong interest in financial services regulation, compliance, governance or risk management
• Analytical and detail oriented, able to handle complex information and draw clear conclusions
• Excellent written communicator, with the ability to produce concise, well structured analysis
• Confident collaborating with teams and engaging with clients
• Curious, proactive, and motivated by understanding how regulation shapes real world business decisions
• Comfortable researching, synthesising information, and forming evidence based recommendations using common desktop systems and AI-enabled tools

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.