Our engagements span from strategic assessments, advisor & client experience design, target operating model designs, system / vendor selections, technology and data architecture design and implementation support of mid to large scale transformation opportunities.
Your key responsibilities
- Lead multiple client engagements – Manage and lead the delivery of small and large / complex client engagements including overseeing planning, execution, stakeholder management and delivering strategic outcomes
- Provide subject matter guidance to team members based on experience and knowledge of wealth management industry & experience with technology and operations projects
- Business & practice development – Assist the partners and the team by leading and managing business development initiatives including developing proposals and scoping documents, and proactively building relationships with clients and peers at EY
- Team management – Support people development through activities such as recruitment, mentoring and counsellor programmes
- Account management & Financials – Oversee engagement financials to maintain profitability, and efficient resource allocation as well as maintain compliance with internal risk and oversight procedures
- Work with the partners, other practices and the team to execute the growth strategy and initiatives
Skills and attributes for success
- Bring an understanding of the various aspects of the Wealth Management lifecycle including, relationship management, wealth planning, client onboarding and investment management
- Knowledge of and/or direct experience working with wealth technology platforms and service providers
- Proven delivery leadership and people leadership roles in wealth management programs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior-level stakeholders.
- Structured approach to critical problem solving
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex client engagement teams in a collaborative environment, to provide valuable insight and high-impact solutions to client issues.
- A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude and an ability to think outside of the box and thrive on new challenges
To qualify for the role you must have
- A successful track record leading projects (10 years+) in wealth management industry, gained through experience working at a wealth management firm, a top tier consulting firm, a specialist financial services consultancy, or an wealth management technology or service provider
- Experience of leading sales collateral such as proposal responses
- Strong business writing, presentations and stakeholder management skills
- People coaching and mentoring experience
- Extensive program delivery and project management experience
- Deep understanding of current market trends in the wealth management industry and subject matter expertise
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Good understanding of one or more of the following: front office distribution models, product & investment management, operations, , data & technology ecosystems.
- Proven track record of sales and delivery in a management consulting context with established client relationships and experience in Canada.
- Prior experience in consulting preferred.