Wealth and Asset Management Technology Principal Consultant

Company DescriptionAbout usWe believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity.Our diverse teams of experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results.We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And we have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Our teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands.PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life.Job DescriptionFlexible working - We are guided by our client work and needs; however, you have autonomy to manage your time and diary to suit your work/life balance.Travel to client site will be necessary as and when the client requires Application deadline: ASAP We operate in a hybrid working environment where we come into a client site or office, at least 2-3 days per week. This role will be aligned to our London Victoria officeDo you want to be part of an explosive growth journey?Would you like to work in a high performing team where your role involves combining strategy, change, implementation, and technical skills? We are looking for an exceptional Principal Consultant to join our IT Sourcing & Corporate Services capability. You will be instrumental in supporting the continued growth our Wealth and Asset Management business, delivering high-impact consulting projects, and shaping the future of our practice. You will work closely with clients across the WAM sector to understand their needs and challenges, develop innovative strategies, and implement solutions that drive real business value. You’ll work across a variety of transformation focused engagements, from taking new products and propositions to market, optimising operating models and technology platforms, and leveraging data to create impactful solutions.Reports to: Head of Wealth and Asset ManagementYou will have opportunity to: Lead and deliver large-scale (IT) transformation programmes within the Wealth and Asset Management sector.Collaborate with a high-performing team to create and implement innovative solutions.Develop new business opportunities and contribute to the growth of our WAM practice.Engage with senior stakeholders to understand their strategic objectives and provide expert advice.Stay ahead of industry trends and continuously develop your own expertise.QualificationsStrong management consulting backgroundExtensive experience and comprehensive knowledge in Wealth and/or Asset ManagementBroad knowledge of the Wealth and Asset Management third-party and technology services marketplace and experience across the outsourcing lifecycle, including business cases and cost models (strategy, delivery, transition, service optimisation and remediation);Expertise in technology delivery disciplines (e.g. IT strategy, IT service management, agile delivery, IT project management)Ability to lead definition business and IT services, requirements and SLAs;Proven track record of delivering transformation in areas such as new products and propositions, operating models, sourcing, platform and data modernisation, post-merger integration.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop creative solutions.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.We know the skill-gap and ‘somewhat need to tick every box’ can get in the way of meeting brilliant candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply – we’d love to hear from you.Apply today by completing our online application#LI-KP1Additional InformationLife At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples’ working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work.We believe diversity fuels ingenuity. Diversity of thought brings exciting perspectives; diversity of experience brings a wealth of knowledge, and diversity of skills brings the tools we need. When we bring people together with diverse backgrounds, identities, and minds, embracing that difference through an inclusive culture where our people thrive; we unleash the power of diversity – bringing ingenuity to life.Find out more about Life at PA here.We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits:Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5 additional daysGenerous company pension schemeOpportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiativesAnnual performance-based bonusPA share ownershipTax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn)We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief veteran status, or other by any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We are on a journey towards ensuring our workforce is diverse at all levels and that our firm is representative of the world around us. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: ConsultingExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Management Consulting