Senior Business Consultant

Oakwell Hampton Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Oakwell Hampton Group in London seeks a high-calibre Business Consultant/Manager with risk expertise to lead transformations in banking/fintech. You will drive 1LoD controls, design-to-delivery initiatives, and robust control implementations.

You'll bridge front-office, tech, and risk/compliance, apply analytical firepower to data, map processes, build models, and deliver under tight timelines in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• Banking & Risk experience with 1LoD background.
• Strong data-driven problem solving using datasets, modelling, and analysis.
• Experience delivering risk-focused transformations or regulatory-driven changes.

Responsibilities

• Transformation Delivery: lead end-to-end change programmes in banking/fintech.
• 1st Line Risk & Controls: design and optimise 1LoD controls to mitigate risks.
• Analytical Problem Solving: use data to map processes, build models, and translate insights into recommendations.
• Stakeholder Orchestration: bridge front-office, technology, and risk/compliance functions; manage senior stakeholders.
• Agile Execution: work with a fast-paced, builder mindset to deliver under tight timelines.

Skills

Banking & Risk Knowledge

1LoD / FLOD

Analytical mindset

SQL

Tableau

Excel

Stakeholder management

Agile execution

Consulting experience

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Excel

Job description

We are representing a leading, fast-growing global consulting firm that acts as a trusted partner to some of the world’s most prestigious financial institutions and Fin-Techs.

They are seeking a high-calibre Business Consultant / Manager with a unique blend of deep risk expertise, 1st line controls experience, and extraordinary analytical firepower to lead high-impact transformations in London. This is a fast-paced environment that demands the agility of a start-up coupled with the structured delivery of top-tier consulting.

The Role

As a Business Manager / Consultant, you will sit at the intersection of business change, risk management, and operational execution. You will be responsible for leading complex transformations, design-to-delivery initiatives, and robust control implementations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transformation Delivery: Lead and execute end-to-end change programmes within corporate/investment banking, wealth management, or high-growth Fin-Techs.
• 1st Line Risk & Controls: Design, implement, and optimise 1st line of defence (1LoD) control frameworks to proactively identify and mitigate operational, financial, and regulatory risks.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Deploy your "analytical firepower" to dissect complex datasets, map out legacy processes, build robust models, and translate technical insights into strategic business recommendations.
• Stakeholder Orchestration: Act as the critical bridge between front-office business lines, technology units, and risk/compliance functions, managing senior executive stakeholders with confidence.
• Agile Execution: Bring a fast-paced, "builder" mindset to navigate ambiguity and deliver high-quality outcomes under tight timelines.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an ambitious professional who thrives under pressure and loves solving complex operational puzzles.

• Banking & Risk Experience: Solid background in banking or financial services, with a proven track record in risk management, 1st line controls (1LoD), or FLOD control testing/design.
• Analytical Firepower: Highly analytical mindset with demonstrated experience using data to solve problems (e.g., process mapping, financial modelling, SQL, Tableau, or advanced Excel). You must love getting your hands dirty with data.
• Transformation Track Record: Practical experience in delivering change, process re-engineering, or regulatory-driven transformations.
• Fast-Paced / Start-up Exposure: Experience working within Fin-Techs, rapid-scale start-ups, or high-intensity boutique consulting firms is highly coveted.
• Consulting Background: Prior experience in a reputable management consultancy is a significant advantage, demonstrating structured thinking and exceptional stakeholder management.

What is on Offer?

• The chance to work with a highly entrepreneurial, prestigious consulting partner that rewards meritocracy and rapid career progression.
• Direct exposure to cutting-edge transformation programmes across major tier-1 banks and scale-up Fin-Techs.
• A competitive salary and performance-based bonus scheme, plus a comprehensive benefits package.