Associate Director - Finalta

McKinsey & Company, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development resources

Competitive salary

Job summary

McKinsey & Company, Inc. seeks a leader for Finalta’s Chicago office, focusing on analytics and strategy for North America & Canada. The role involves managing a high-performing team, overseeing benchmarking projects, and developing client relationships.

Applicants should have 7+ years in analytics or strategy, with retail banking experience preferred. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in relevant analytics or strategy roles.
• Experience in Retail Banking or other financial services.
• Exceptional analytical abilities and insight generation.
• Effective project-management skills in a consulting/research environment.
• Passion for managing, developing and inspiring teams.
• Ability to build advisor relationships with C-suite clients.
• Business development/sales experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Manage, develop, and inspire a high-performing team.
• Oversee delivery of benchmarking projects for clients.
• Build relationships with senior client stakeholders.
• Collaborate with McKinsey and Finalta leaders on joint proposals.
• Involved in business development efforts with C-level executives.

Skills

Experience in relevant analytics or strategy roles

Retail Banking experience

Analytical abilities

Project management skills

Team management

Building relationships with C-suite clients

Business development/sales experience

Job description

YOUR IMPACT

You will be a part of Finalta’s global leadership team and based in our Chicago office, playing a role in Finalta’s continued growth and success in North America & Canada. Your responsibilities will span three key areas: team leadership where you will manage, develop, and inspire a high‑performing team of managers and analysts, fostering their professional growth and leadership capabilities. Client delivery, where you will oversee the delivery of our benchmarking projects, ensuring high‑quality, data‑driven insights are translated into actionable recommendations that help clients maximize their performance. You will build relationships with senior client stakeholders and collaborate with other McKinsey and Finalta leaders on joint client proposals. Lastly commercial accountability where your involvement in business development efforts with C‑level executives will maintain and grow your delivery portfolio.

YOUR GROWTH

Driving lasting impact and building long‑term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you’ll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won’t find anywhere else.

• Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast‑paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• World‑class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well‑being for you and your family.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• 7+ years’ experience in relevant analytics or strategy roles
• Retail Banking (or other financial services) experience
• Exceptional analytical abilities and insight generation
• Effective project‑management skills in a consulting / research‑based environment
• Passion for managing, developing and inspiring teams.
• Ability to build advisor relationships with C‑suite clients
• Business development/sales experience is a bonus

FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. For new joiners for this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, a reasonable estimated range is $180,000 - $180,000 USD —to help you understand what you can expect. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest salary for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors like your office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our current organizational needs all play a part in determining the final figure. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance.

Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off.

FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites.