Senior M&A Strategy Consultant - Finance & Fintech

Hovland Barnes; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hovland Barnes is a leading international strategy consulting firm with a strong Mexico City presence. The firm advises established companies, high-growth businesses, and investors on growth and transformation initiatives.

The role leads day-to-day workstreams, oversees cross-functional teams, and delivers high-impact analyses and executive-ready recommendations to senior leaders. Travel may be required, with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent graduate qualification required.
• 5+ years of experience in strategy consulting or equivalent analytical roles.
• Experience in M&A, financial modeling, market analysis, and business plan development.
• Full professional proficiency in English.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; working knowledge of Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day activities of one or more workstreams and oversee strategic and financial analyses on high-impact projects.
• Manage analysts and consultants while coordinating cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct market sizing, develop business models, and perform rigorous quantitative analyses.
• Design analytical frameworks and strategies that break down complex business problems into clear, actionable components.
• Conduct primary and secondary research, including surveys, market analyses, and consultations with industry experts.
• Lead the preparation of executive deliverables and present findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, managing expectations and proposing innovative solutions.
• Support business development initiatives and strengthen existing client relationships.
• Contribute to firm initiatives, including recruiting, mentorship, diversity and inclusion, knowledge development, and community engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Quantitative analysis

Communication

Strategic thinking

Client management

Education

MBA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Tableau

Job description

Hovland Barnes is a leading international strategy consulting firm with a strong Mexico City presence. The firm advises established companies, high-growth businesses, and investors on growth and transformation initiatives.

The role leads day-to-day workstreams, oversees cross-functional teams, and delivers high-impact analyses and executive-ready recommendations to senior leaders. Travel may be required, with a competitive compensation package.