Consultant

Alpha Financial Markets Consulting • Toronto, ON

6d • CA$89,000 - CA$125,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Alpha Financial Markets Consulting (Alpha) is a global consultancy focused on the financial services industry, providing expertise in strategy, management consulting, and technology to support client transformations. Founded in 2003, Alpha has a strong track record, having partnered with over 1,200 clients worldwide across asset and wealth management, alternatives, and insurance. With over 1,180 consultants across North America, the UK, Europe, Middle East, and APAC, Alpha was acquired by Bridgepoint in 2024. The company emphasizes a rewarding work environment with opportunities for career growth, a meritocratic culture, and a welcoming atmosphere. Alpha is seeking collaborative, innovative, and ambitious individuals to join their team and contribute to their growth journey.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Risk Management, Business Analytics, Economics, Engineering, or related disciplines
• 2-4 years of experience - at least 1 year of proven consulting experience at a recognized consulting firm or through an ‘in-house’ consulting / business analyst role at a leading financial institution
• Experience within financial services, preferably within the insurance industry
• Excellent consulting and problem-solving skills, and familiarity with recognized project and consulting frameworks and business process mapping
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to articulate complex problems and solutions in a simple, logical, and impactful manner; executive presentation skills
• Proven track record of building and sustaining lasting relationships with team members
• An entrepreneurial mindset to support business development activities and help grow our Insurance practice
• Appetite to support clients across our practice areas
• Intellectual capacity and ability to think in new, innovative ways to understand complex issues and develop creative solutions
• Ability to comfortably multi-task and engage in multiple initiatives concurrently
• Ability to travel to the United States - Must currently possess a valid passport and all necessary documentation for entry into the United States at the time of hire. Alpha does not provide assistance, legal fees, or sponsorship for travel visas or entry permits for this position.

Responsibilities

• Understanding complex insurance issues and their potential impact on a client(s) business
• Engaging with stakeholders to drive & lead execution against effective project plans, anticipate potential issues, and provide structured solutions to ensure a successful client engagement
• Leading a work stream or component of a project, taking responsibility for the creation of client deliverables by facilitating client interviews and workshops, performing analysis in Excel, synthesizing clear insights from complex information, and developing content that clearly articulates recommendations
• Developing meaningful and successful relationships with clients and vendors by understanding the different needs of stakeholders and establishing a high degree of credibility internally and externally
• Supporting Alpha FMC’s broader business evolution and business development activities, including co-authoring white papers, performing market research, and pursuing opportunities for Alpha
• Contributing to the wider Alpha community by making innovative and proactive contributions to one or more of Alpha’s business management or practice areas
• Maintaining a broad understanding of the challenges facing the Insurance Industry and knowledge of relevant issues and trends within one or more of Alpha’s practice areas

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual profit-sharing opportunity
• RRSP matching
• 25 days of annual paid time off (accrued)
• Supplemented medical, dental and vision coverage
• Reimbursement for commuting, mobile phone, and home internet expenses
• North America team-wide training and retreats
• Sponsorship towards professional certifications / training supported with 5 days of paid training time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level