Capital Markets, Financial Services, Consulting, Director

Pwc Canada•Toronto, ON

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

At PwC, our people in Financial Services Consulting practice specialize in providing consulting services on optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyze client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. As a Financial Services, Capital Markets Director at PwC, you will possess a broad understanding of various aspects of operations consulting. You will provide comprehensive guidance and support to clients in optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness. Working in this area, you will analyze client needs, develop operational solutions, and offer recommendations tailored to specific business requirements. The Opportunity: As a Capital Markets, Financial Services, Consulting, Director, unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that’ll elevate your career.

Requirements

Must have experience in consulting
Extensive experience in consulting or industry roles, with a focus on any of the following client segments: Wholesale Capital Markets, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Treasury Cash Management & Trading, Commodities Trading, or Digital Assets.
Transformation Program Leadership: Demonstrated success in leading complex, large-scale transformation programs within the above client segments.
Technological Proficiency: In-depth understanding of technology capabilities and key vendor landscapes relevant to the above client segments
An appetite for sales: identifying new opportunities and closing deals
Industry Network: A well-established network within the Canadian Capital Markets, Asset Management, or Wealth Management sector, with a proven record of collaboration with senior executives.
Strategic Leadership: Proven experience in partnering with senior executives to develop and execute business strategies.
Experience developing technology strategies and roadmaps, including familiarity with various frameworks and methodologies, to support the delivery of as-is, future state and transformed services.
Matrix Management Skills: Ability to effectively manage teams in a matrix environment, balancing competing priorities and client initiatives.
Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy: A strong dedication to valuing diversity, developing and mentoring diverse teams, and ensuring that diverse perspectives are acknowledged and incorporated.

Responsibilities

Client Relationship Management: Establish and nurture trusted advisor relationships with key financial services clients, focusing on comprehensive business relationships across front office, operations, risk and technology functions.
Client focus within Financial Services will be centered on Financial Markets participants such as: Wholesale Capital Markets, Corporate Cash Management, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Treasury Trading, Commodities Trading, and Digital Assets.
Market Analysis and Insight: Monitor industry trends and deliver actionable insights that empower clients to make informed, strategic decisions and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Leadership in business development: Spearhead sales, preparation of project proposals, points of view (PoVs), resource planning, and project estimations for client engagements, integrating across lines of services and global capabilities as required.
Client Engagement Delivery: Oversee the execution of client engagements, ensuring effective stakeholder management, optimal resource allocation, and robust budget management for successful project outcomes.
Innovation and Efficiency: Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and implement innovative practices across multiple projects and environments to drive delivery efficiency.
Team Development and Leadership: Champion the growth and development of the junior members through mentorship, supervision, coaching, and recruitment. Support team members in realizing their potential and aligning their career trajectories with long-term aspirations.