Strategy Associate - Banking & Financial Services

leading-edge; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 234,000; Part time

Job summary

leading-edge seeks an Associate - Strategy Consultant in Riyadh to drive high-impact projects across financial services, fintech, and public sector. You will collaborate with a driven team to deliver actionable recommendations for clients.

The role covers data gathering, financial and operational analysis, and leading workstreams, with opportunities to support business development through proposals and case materials.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in consulting, strategy, financial services, or related field.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; Arabic a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint).
• Self-starter who can prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Data gathering, financial and operational analysis and competitive benchmarking.
• Lead workstreams or small teams and work closely with clients to co-create actionable recommendations.
• Support business development through proposal writing, pitch preparation, and developing case materials.
• Contribute to internal and external knowledge-building, including frameworks and research papers.
• Engage in firm-building activities such as recruiting and mentoring junior colleagues.

Skills

Data analysis

Client communication

Presentation skills

English proficiency

Tools

MS Office

Job description

leading-edge seeks an Associate - Strategy Consultant in Riyadh to drive high-impact projects across financial services, fintech, and public sector. You will collaborate with a driven team to deliver actionable recommendations for clients.

The role covers data gathering, financial and operational analysis, and leading workstreams, with opportunities to support business development through proposals and case materials.