Associate Strategy Consultant - Promontory in London

Associate Strategy Consultant – PromontoryIBM Consulting delivers long‐term client relationships and collaboration worldwide. As a member of the Promontory practice you help financial institutions navigate regulatory expectations, manage risk and strengthen operations. Your work supports banks, insurers and other regulated firms on financial crime, conduct, regulation, data privacy & security and operational resilience.

Role OverviewAs an Associate Consultant you will support clients in understanding regulatory requirements, analysing risk and improving governance and compliance frameworks. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys research, critical thinking, problem solving and understanding how regulation shapes financial markets.

What You\’ll Do

Support client projects through research, analysis, and structured problem solving

Analyse regulatory requirements from the FCA, PRA or global regulators

Review client policies, procedures and governance documents

Prepare clear, concise presentations, reports and strategic recommendations

Track regulatory developments and summarise key impacts for clients

Assist with project planning, coordination and delivery

Participate in client workshops and internal strategy discussions

Support business development activities where needed

Work closely with experienced consultants, risk specialists and subject‐matter experts

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

Must be a UK citizen (financial sector clearance requirement)

London base location

Willingness to travel as required

A final year student or recent graduate in Law, Economics, Finance, Politics, Business, International Relations or a related analytical or research degree

Strong interest in financial services regulation, compliance, governance or risk management

Analytical and detail‐oriented, able to handle complex information and draw clear conclusions

Excellent written communicator, able to produce concise, well‐structured analysis

Confident collaborating with teams and engaging with clients

Curious, proactive and motivated to understand how regulation shapes real‐world business decisions

Comfortable researching, synthesising information and forming evidence‐based recommendations using common desktop systems and AI‐enabled tools

Equal OpportunityIBM is an equal‐opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.

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