Consultant, Operations Transformation – Investment Management & Wealth, Operations Industry & D[...]

Deloitte’s Investment Management & Wealth Operations and Domain Solutions (IM&W ODS) team offers end-to-end transformation services to clients in the Investment Management & Wealth sector. We combine deep knowledge of the industry and its challenges with technology and vendor platform capability, operations expertise and delivery excellence in order to support our clients through the full transformation lifecycle; centered around the core of their business and enabled by technology.

Our people and the way we work are two of the things that set us apart. For us, collaboration is fundamental to success. We bring together unrivalled depth and breadth of expertise from IM&W focused practitioners across the business to work closely with our clients and each other, at every stage of every project, to solve our clients' most complex problems with a mix of knowledge, creativity, and intellectual rigor. Leading transformation is fundamental to our business. Re-engineering the core of our clients’ operations; enabling them to unleash growth, create better futures for customers, citizens and employees, and to bring genuine, lasting value to their business.

The Investment Management value chain is currently undergoing significant change. Both Investment Managers and Asset Servicers are undergoing transformation journeys which as a result is changing where activities sit on the value chain and thus altering the operating models of both players. Our ambition is to become the leading Consulting practice in Investment Management, helping firms to deliver large scale transformation change initiatives that enable digital technology adoption and operational efficiencies. We help clients manage major structural changes within their operations to unlock value and growth ambitions for their organisations.

We are looking for talented individuals with expertise in Investment Management with a passion to learn, develop and grow within our team. As a Consultant, you will work as part of a team of industry specialists in our practice and have the opportunity to:

• Build upon your existing industry knowledge to become an expert in your field.
• Focus on the delivery of client work that will successfully fulfil and exceed client expectations and deliver engagement and programme objectives.
• Take a leading role on projects and workstreams and supporting our more junior team members.
• Actively participate in, and contribute to, the development of the Investment Management practice team, including supporting our investment manager proposition development and thought leadership.
• Develop trusted relationships with our clients.
• Learn from the best in the Business.

We’re looking for people with proven industry experience working in the Investment Management sector, either in Consulting firms or internal change / transformation functions within an Investment Manager. Experience driving elements of large-scale transformational change programmes within Investment Managers. Background in one or more of the following:

• Front Office systems and operations
• Client experience/Distribution operations
• Middle and Back-office operations and services from either investment manager or asset servicing

Experience of managing and motivating small teams, establishing the specific day-to-day plans, projects and objectives needed. Experience of guiding and coaching junior talent through challenging situations and providing honest and constructive development points. Experience in managing client relationships and key stakeholders to resolve issues and articulate complex ideas. Have a broader perspective of potential issues encountered when working in, and managing, diverse teams and the strategies to overcome them and a clear understanding of the firm’s commitment to creating a more inclusive culture. Excellent ability in Microsoft Office, particularly in PowerPoint and Excel. Understand risk, how to mitigate risk and protect the firm’s reputation.

Preferably you will also have:

• Experience supporting (consulting) bids, e.g. responding to RFI/RFP, and developing industry relationships.
• Knowledge of specific Investment Management technologies.

Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, innovation and collaborative working. That’s what connects us. That’s what makes us Deloitte. If you want to help solve some of the biggest tech and transformational challenges around, join us. Together, we’ll make an impact that matters.

Our hybrid working policy: You’ll be based in London with hybrid working. At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing.

Making an impact is more than just what we do: it’s why we’re here. So we work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before. We want you. The true you. Your own strengths, perspective and personality. So we’re nurturing a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported and heard, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. You can be sure we’ll take your wellbeing seriously, too. Because it’s only when you’re comfortable and at your best that you can make the kind of impact you, and we, live for. Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing. Whether it’s from the complex work you do, or the people you collaborate with, you’ll learn every day. Through world-class development, you’ll gain invaluable technical and personal skills. Whatever your level, you’ll learn how to lead.

A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.