Strategy Associate
Are you ready to make a significant impact on the strategic direction of a global leader in financial services? As a Strategy Associate in our Commercial & Investment Banking Strategy Group, you will collaborate with senior leaders to shape business priorities and drive initiatives that enhance our competitive edge. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across various functions and contribute to the long-term success of our franchise.
As a Strategy Associate in the Commercial & Investment Banking Strategy Group, you will work with senior leaders to develop and execute strategies that maximize the long-term performance and competitiveness of our franchise. You will engage in projects such as international growth strategies, new product and market entry, and cross-CIB initiatives, working alongside top performers from leading strategy consulting firms and investment banks.
Job responsibilities
- Lead initiatives and projects to address diverse challenges identified by senior managers
- Gather, synthesize, analyze, and present project data and findings
- Perform financial modeling and analysis to support strategic decisions
- Execute creative analyses and provide insights to identify issues and recommend solutions
- Develop strategic presentations for internal and external audiences
- Monitor industry trends and share insightful reports with the team and senior executives
- Coach and mentor less experienced colleagues
- Foster a collaborative and responsible team environment
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Relevant experience in a premier management consulting firm or investment banking division (M&A, Coverage, Capital Markets, Equity Research)
- Strong problem-solving skills with experience in financial services sectors
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to apply quantitative approaches
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to work well in cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint
- Openness to active developmental feedback.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.