Consultant - Financial Services Business Consulting - Transformation Execution Practice (80% - 100%)

Shaping the Future with Confidence

At EY, we are dedicated to fostering a future of success, empowering our clients through trusted advice and innovative solutions. By joining EY, you become part of a diverse global network aimed at building a better working world.

The Opportunity

In our Business Consulting team, we offer a comprehensive suite of functional and cross-country services tailored for the Financial Services industry, covering Wealth & Asset Management (WAM), Banking and Capital Markets (BCM), and Insurance sectors. This is a pivotal moment for the Financial Services industry as it undergoes significant changes and faces new challenges. Be part of an evolving team that assists clients in navigating these market shifts and understanding customer needs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Pursuing business-led and technology-enabled transformation initiatives within the Financial Services sector.
• Collaborating with stakeholders, business partners, and multidisciplinary teams to design solutions that deliver sustainable improvements in business performance.
• Utilizing storytelling capabilities to present recommendations clearly and analytically to clients.
• Applying and expanding our global EY methodologies, frameworks, tools, and accelerators to achieve various transformation goals.
• Enhancing your skills through client experiences and internal training opportunities.
• Facilitating topic roundtables and thought leadership sessions.
• Supporting business development initiatives to provide valuable solutions for our clients.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Strong academic background from a leading university or university of applied sciences.
• High motivation to thrive in a dynamic consulting environment and within the financial services sector.
• Experience in team-based projects, either from academic settings or internships.
• A curious mindset with the ability to systematically approach problems.
• Exceptional presentation skills and a client-oriented approach.
• A strong team player, eager to support diverse teams across functions and geographies.
• Fluency in English and German is required; proficiency in Swiss German and additional languages is advantageous.

Additional Ideal Qualifications

• Initial experience in consulting or financial services through internships or entry-level positions.
• Interest in Target Operating Model (TOM) design and process improvements.
• Familiarity with Agile and Design Thinking methodologies.
• Engagement with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.

Attractive Benefits

• Further Education: Opportunities to earn accredited master's degrees or pursue additional courses at various educational partners.
• Hybrid Working Model: Flexibility with remote work options.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a standard of 5 weeks of vacation annually and flexibility in managing overtime.
• Social Contributions: Access to generous pension fund plans and full coverage of accident insurance.
• Parents@EY: Tailored benefits for parents promoting work-life integration.
• Mentoring Program: Access to career counselling and the opportunity to choose a mentor from leadership.
• Social Responsibility: Involvement in EY Ripples programs aimed at supporting various social initiatives.
• Social Equity: Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainable societal change.
• Fair-ON-Pay Certified: Ensuring equal pay through transparent salary guidelines.

Building a Better Working World

At EY, we are focused on creating new value for clients, people, society, and the planet, while fostering trust in capital markets. Our teams leverage data, AI, and advanced technology to navigate pressing issues and help shape the future with confidence. With services spanning assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions, EY operates in over 150 countries and territories, supported by a globally connected, multidisciplinary network.