Financial Services Consultant

Financial Services Business Consultant

About the Company

Our client is a boutique consulting firm specializing in strategic advisory and transformation services for the financial services sector. They partner with banks, insurers, wealth managers, fintechs, and investment firms to deliver practical, high-impact solutions across operations, regulatory change, digital transformation, and business growth initiatives.

The firm combines deep industry expertise with an entrepreneurial culture, offering consultants meaningful client exposure, collaborative working relationships, and opportunities to influence strategic outcomes.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Financial Services Business Consultant to support client engagements across Belgium and wider European markets. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders within financial institutions to identify business challenges, design strategic solutions, and deliver transformation initiatives that improve operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, customer experience, and profitability.

This role is ideal for a consultant with strong analytical capabilities, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a solid understanding of the financial services landscape.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support consulting engagements for financial services clients across banking, insurance, payments, asset management, and fintech sectors
  
• Conduct business analysis, process reviews, and operational assessments to identify improvement opportunities
  
• Gather and document business requirements, process flows, and target operating models
  
• Support transformation programmes including digital initiatives, regulatory remediation, and operational change
  
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings with senior business and technology teams
  
• Develop strategic recommendations and present findings to client leadership teams
  
• Analyse market trends, regulatory developments, and competitive landscapes impacting the financial services sector
  
• Assist clients in implementing process optimisation, governance frameworks, and change management initiatives
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery within agreed timelines and budgets
  

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline
• 3–8 years of experience in consulting or within the financial services industry
• Experience working with banks, insurance companies, investment firms, payment providers, or fintech organisations
• Strong understanding of financial services operations, regulatory frameworks, and industry trends
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Business transformation
• Regulatory change
• Operational improvement
• Digital transformation
• Risk and compliance
• Customer journey optimisation
• Target operating model design
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work effectively in client-facing environments
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and business analysis tools
  

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of European financial regulations (MiFID II, PSD2, AML/KYC, GDPR, DORA, Basel frameworks, Solvency II, etc.)
• Experience with Agile delivery methodologies
• Project management certifications (PRINCE2, PMP, Agile, Scrum) are advantageous
• Fluency in English required; French and/or Dutch strongly preferred
  

Benefits

Personal Attributes

• Entrepreneurial and proactive mindset
• Strong client relationship and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative team player with a hands-on approach
• Adaptable and comfortable working in dynamic consulting environments
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality

What the Client Offers

• Exposure to high-impact consulting engagements within the financial services sector
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial working culture
• Opportunities for rapid professional growth and responsibility
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities