Associate Partner - Retail and SME Banking

Job DescriptionYour Growth UnleashedWhere your journey begins and your potential shinesAt Synpulse, we don’t just consult – we transform. As a leading global management and technology consultancy with Swiss roots, we empower financial institutions to navigate change and seize new opportunities. Since 1996, we've been shaping the future of financial services by delivering cutting-edge expertise in strategy, operations, and technology to banks and insurers worldwide.What sets us apart is our people. At Synpulse, we cultivate a collaborative, high-impact culture where initiative and creativity are valued. With 21 offices across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, we bring together diverse perspectives and talents. We believe innovation thrives where everyone feels they belong and can contribute.Our core values – Embrace, Drive, Achieve – shape how we work and evolve. We don’t just offer jobs – we offer the chance to develop, make an impact, and be part of a team that’s redefining the future of financial services.About The RoleWe seek an experienced leader to join our team and take on a pivotal role in building the Retail & SME Banking business line for Synpulse North America. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and extensive network within the financial services industry and possess a deep understanding of the Retail and SME banking sector.You will join a close-knit, enthusiastic, and growing team that enjoys a start-up mindset where we work together in offices, regions, and across the globe to expand our business. You will take an active role in shaping the future direction and success of our growing practice while reaping the benefits of belonging to a well-established international organization.Job RequirementsAbout you:10+ years of Banking or Wealth Management experience at a management consulting firm or in a corporate strategy, enterprise architecture, business development, or management function within a Bank or Financial Services companyStrong network within financial services industryDeep understanding of the retail and SME banking sector, including industry trends, competitive landscape, regulatory requirements, and emerging opportunitiesUnderstanding of large program delivery and complexities, as hands on delivery experience is an important part of our sales strategyExperience in managing multiple teams (including managing across multi-disciplinary teams) on complex projects while motivating team members to succeedStrong leadership skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels internally and with client teams and stakeholdersExperience in sales and project acquisition (leading the proposal development process)Entrepreneurial attitude with a desire to learn and create a culture that enables exceptional outcomesWillingness and ability to travel, as requiredJob ResponsibilitiesAbout the job:As a Senior Leader Within The Practice, You WouldDevelop the North American Retail & SME business line by identifying opportunities, building and executing a strategic sales plan to meet revenue and growth targetsCultivate and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and engaging stakeholders at all organizational levelsConduct market and trend analyses to identify strategic growth opportunitiesApply industry knowledge to proactively recommend innovative solutions that address evolving client needsProduce solutions to complex problems demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the subject matter and an ability to think independently and communicate conciselyLead and be hands-on with the proposal development process, including RFP responses, pitch presentations, and pricing strategiesLead business development and marketing strategies in the region, collaborating with practice leads to align efforts with the firm’s capabilitiesMentor consultants and senior consultants to increase their industry-specific knowledge and practical experiencesOur expectations regarding how you manage your responsibilities would include:Promote Synpulse Consulting’s values (Embrace, Drive, Achieve)Leverage industry expertise to propose the extension of Synpulse’s Advisory offeringsEngage in key account expansion, sales leadership, and client engagement initiatives, understanding their unique challenges, and offering tailored solutions that drive value and impactRepresent Synpulse as a subject matter expert in the Banking industry, always staying on top of and ahead of industry trends and contributing to conferences, seminars and other events to promote Synpulse’ s capabilitiesJob BenefitsWhy us:Ability to work with an experienced and collaborative team, focused on supporting one another to grow our business togetherHybrid working environmentContinual and comprehensive learning and development through our Global Academy ProgramVaried events and Employee Resource Groups that support employee interestsAlongside a competitive salary, you'll get lots of other great benefits too:25 days’ annual leave plus public holidays401K matchExtended Health & Life Insurance coverage from day 1An extensive Perks ProgramYour Documents To Start The ProcessResumeDo you approach your tasks with commitment and enjoyment and are you convinced that teamwork achieves better results than working alone? Are you proactive and willing to go the extra mile for your clients? Are you motivated not only to design solutions but also to implement them? As a flexible and goal-oriented person, you will quickly assume entrepreneurial responsibility with us!