Accelerate Your Career
At Monocle, we believe work is more than a job. It is a chance to make a difference in the world of finance, an opportunity to fulfil your potential, and a place to make friendships with ambitious, positive, like‑minded people.
We are a people‑centric, independent consulting firm specialising in banking and insurance. Our vibrant culture thrives through a shared growth mindset, collaboration, support, and social connection, fostering a space where everyone can flourish.
What We Offer
- Unparalleled growth and exposure across critical areas of the financial services industry
- Unlimited training and development (technical training, industry certification support, mentorship and executive engagement)
- Unique and vibrant company culture (club activities, social events)
- Ultra‑competitive compensation and recognition for true value
About the Role
Monocle is looking for an experienced professional to join our team as a Consultant. You will be part of a dynamic environment, solving complex problems and delivering mission‑critical projects to leading banks and insurers across Johannesburg, Cape Town, London and Amsterdam.
Key Responsibilities
- Solving complex, industry‑specific problems
- Conducting business analysis and documenting requirements
- Performing data analysis and data mining on large datasets
- Documenting functional and technical requirements for large system implementations
- Designing and implementing management reports and dashboards
- Writing, reading and analysing various computer programming languages
- Spiling reports and presentations
- Engaging with senior stakeholders and clients
- Continuously developing business knowledge and technical skills in the areas in which Monocle provides consulting services
Qualifications
- Hold a degree, with strong preference for a postgraduate qualification
- Have two or more years of relevant experience in the financial services industry
- Have subject‑matter knowledge in banking and/or insurance
- Relevant consulting experience with banks and insurers (advantageous)
- Good technical skills, including experience with SQL, SAS, Python and Business Intelligence applications (advantageous)
- Professional qualification in finance and risk management (e.g., CFA, FRM) (advantageous)
Ideal Candidate
- Has an enquiring mind and is eager to learn and improve their professional skillset
- Is able to work in a dynamic environment where each day is different
- Is enthusiastic, regards themselves as a high performer
- Has exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Works well under pressure to meet client objectives
- Sociable and enjoys interacting with others at work and social events
- Works well independently and in a team, shares Monocle values
Recruitment Process
- Assessment Test: 45‑minute online competency assessment
- P&C Meet and Greet: Meet With People & Culture representatives
- Executive Interview: Discuss skills, business knowledge, experience, project fit and role requirements
- P&C Executive Interview: Ensure alignment of expectations and discuss next steps
- C‑level Interview: Discussion with CEO, COO or CFO on various topics
- Finalisation: Final offer is made by the P&C team
Application Process
- Step 1: Assessment Test – 60 questions, 45‑minute online competency assessment
- Step 2: P&C Meet and Greet – Personal meeting with People & Culture
- Step 3: Executive Interview – Discuss skills, business knowledge, experience, project fit and role requirements
- Step 4: P&C Executive Interview – Ensure alignment of expectations and discuss next steps
- Step 5: C‑level Interview – Consultation with CEO, COO or CFO
- Step 6: Finalisation – Final offer made by P&C team
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