Associate Director - Financial Services

Guidehouse•New York, NY

5d•$162,000 - $270,000•Onsite

About The Position

Associate Directors have responsibility for client management, solution implementation and generation of project results. They own project workstreams and interact with the client daily to ensure engagement success. This includes supporting day-to-day operational meetings with client sponsors and consulting leaders. Associate Directors are expected to prepare and communicate well-organized, effective reports and presentations to client and internal executives. They lead, coach and mentor consultants and ensure quality deliverables.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
8 (EIGHT) or more years of experience of banking industry or commercial financial services consulting.
Experience of compliance and risk assessment processes for large banks, ensuring adherence to international regulatory standards and enhancing the institution's financial stability.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced challenging and client focused environment where priorities and scope may change quickly.
Ability to travel for client engagements if required.

Nice To Haves

Prior management consulting experience.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: Operational risk and/or big bank compliance (first or second line of defense).
Banking regulations, compliance, and risk management requirements.
Experience with risk and controls current state assessments (including process mapping).
ACCA, Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or other relevant certifications.
MBA or MA/MS degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Design project plans, own project status reporting, and oversee tracking of client deliverables.
Lead workshops with business units and process owners to implement risk and control frameworks.
Identify and assess operational risks in new or existing business processes.
Conduct detailed analysis on client projects and turn into actionable insights through compelling narratives.
Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
Lead team in preparing responses for Request for Proposals (RFPs) for prospective clients.
Help clients develop or implement operational risk management frameworks, guidelines, and policies whilst ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements in multiple jurisdictions.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend