Management Consulting Manager - Asset Management, Strategy & Consulting

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Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking a Management Consulting Manager in London to design and deliver complex consulting engagements in Asset Management. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of consulting experience and strong client relationship skills. This role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including 30 days of vacation and private medical insurance.

Benefits

30 days’ vacation

Private medical insurance

Charitable leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Asset Management consulting experience.
• Proven ability to deliver complex consulting projects.
• Deep understanding of asset management trends.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver consulting engagements.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Identify and develop sales opportunities.

Skills

Client relationship skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership experience

Innovative thinking

Education

Bachelor's level or higher

Job description

Role: Management Consulting Manager – Asset Management, Strategy & Consulting

Location: London

Mobility: Up to 100%

Career Level: Manager, Career Level 7

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology, and operations, with digital capabilities across all these services. We are committed to innovation and applying industry expertise and diverse skill sets to solve business challenges.

Our core values include Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual, and Integrity. We are recognized worldwide for our business performance and our commitment to our people.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and communities.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO

Team Overview:

Accenture’s Capital Markets practice operates within the Financial Services industry segment, working with global firms across various sectors including Investment Banking, Asset/Investment Management, Wealth Management, Exchanges, Data Providers, Custodians, and Clearing Houses. We focus on technology innovation, market disruption, data-led transformation, and enterprise modernization.

Our capabilities and client engagements offer significant opportunities for growth and development. Typical projects may involve:

• Data and Advanced Artificial Intelligence
• Cloud & Modern Technology
• Intelligent Operations and Process Automation
• Trading, Portfolio, and Risk Management Platforms
• Exchanges & Market Infrastructure
• Business Restructuring and Operating Model Design
• Regulatory Change, Compliance, and Resilience
• Change Management, Business Analysis, and Process Engineering

You will collaborate across disciplines to deliver solutions to leading asset managers and related organizations globally.

Role Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver complex consulting engagements with diverse stakeholders, often in regulated environments.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships, demonstrating impactful advisory skills.
• Lead teams and support the development of our Asset Management practice through mentoring and initiatives.
• Identify and develop sales opportunities, creating value-driven propositions.
• Create thought leadership assets to enhance market presence.
• Develop offerings within the Asset Management practice and support growth strategies.
• Champion change initiatives that add value to clients and the firm.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of Asset Management consulting experience, either in a consulting firm or in-house within a large asset management organization.
• Proven ability to structure and deliver complex consulting projects with significant client impact.
• Deep client relationship skills and industry knowledge.
• Understanding of asset management and asset servicing industry trends and technologies.
• Leadership experience in managing teams and projects, with familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and innovative thinking skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Deep industry expertise, including front-to-back processes.
• Knowledge of industry ecosystems, trends, and emerging technologies.
• Experience in operational and technological transformation projects.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Educational background at Bachelor's level or higher, or equivalent experience.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, extensive benefits including 30 days’ vacation, private medical insurance, and additional charitable leave. Flexibility and mobility are essential for onsite client work to deliver exceptional service.