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Alvarez & Marsal · 1 day ago

Director – Financial Services Strategy

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$150K/yr - $225K/yr

8+ years exp

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm that focuses on delivering results for clients in the financial services sector. The Director of Financial Services Strategy will lead engagements, manage client relationships, and drive strategic problem-solving while mentoring junior team members and contributing to firm growth.

ConsultingProfessional Services

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead engagements end-to-end, overseeing planning, execution, and delivery across multiple workstreams

Manage client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and ensuring alignment of project delivery with client expectations and strategic goals

Drive strategic problem-solving, synthesizing data and insights into clear, actionable recommendations

Present findings and value-driven insights to senior client stakeholders with clarity and confidence

Support business development, including proposal development, client pitches, and identifying new whitespace opportunities

Shape client agendas, using your industry perspective and strategic acumen to influence outcomes

Develop IP and thought leadership, staying ahead of industry shifts in fintech, AI, and digital innovation

Mentor and develop junior team members, providing hands-on coaching and helping cultivate a high-performing, collaborative culture

Contribute to firm growth, by bringing new ideas, building capabilities, and expanding our footprint in the Financial Services sector

Play a visible role in practice development, including offering creation, go-to-market strategy, and cross-practice collaboration

Qualification

Financial Services expertiseStrategy consulting experienceAnalytical strengthLeadership skillsPowerPoint proficiencyExcel proficiencyCommunication skillsClient relationship managementBusiness developmentTeam managementMentoring skills

Required

8+ years of experience in strategy consulting, management consulting, corporate strategy, or a related advisory role

Deep expertise across Financial Services sectors, including: Asset & Wealth Management, Financial Markets Infrastructure (e.g., exchanges, custodians, data providers), Banking

Demonstrated leadership in one or more of the following domains: Growth strategy & business model innovation, Cost transformation & operational performance, Deal strategy (due diligence, PMI, carve-outs, 100-day plans), Pricing strategy & revenue optimization, Data, digital, and platform modernization, Emerging tech: AI, analytics, digital product strategy

Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing teams and complex projects

Exceptional communication and presentation abilities, with strong storytelling and executive presence

Analytical strength and comfort working through unstructured challenges and ambiguous data

Highly proficient in PowerPoint and Excel, with the ability to translate insight into impact

Bachelor's degree required

Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States

Preferred

Experience in a top-tier firm (MBB, Big 4 Strategy, or equivalent) strongly preferred but not strictly required for exceptional candidates

MBA or other advanced degree preferred

Benefits

Healthcare plans

Flexible spending and savings accounts

Life, AD&D, and disability coverages

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave