February 2, 2017

 

 

alphra partners at a glance

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alphra partners has been founded in 2017 in Zurich, Switzerland and is since then a trusted advisor for major players within the Swiss financial services industry. We offer a broad expertise in the delivery of major transformational and regulatory projects and are actively fostering our clients success. We have the vision to be one of the most trusted advisors for our financial services clients helping them to transform their businesses and to tackle the regulatory challenges ahead in the coming years. As our clients grow we want to grow to one of the most resourceful boutique consultancies in financial services. We at alphra partners strongly believe that the trust we expect from our clients can only be achieved by the dedication and competence we demand from ourselves and our team. Therefore our moto is own. drive. succeed.

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What are your responsibilities?

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In this position you will be part of alphra partners technology practice and will actively foster our position as a preferred implementation partner through your subject matter expertise. You will be able to advise clients in the area of digital strategy within finacial services. In the project you will be the corner stone and you will drive success on the client ground in taking lead responsibility over a team from 2-10 consultants. You will be responsible for the delivery of distinct work packages and overall project success.

We expect an individual capable of taking ownership with a lets-do-it-mentality that is able to challenge and to promote his team members.

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What are the key job requirements?

 

Education/Experience

• 5+ years of applicable financial services or (strategy-)consulting experience

• MBA or similar advanced degree preferred

 

Knowledge/Skills (job function, technical, computer, language)

• Proven subject matter expertise in the area of digital strategy required

• Topic expertise or experience in financial services (capital markets) is a strong plus

• Management consulting or professional services experience is preferred, as is global experience

• Strong working knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, Word

• Strong working knowledge of banking products (i. e. Murex, Finnova, Sungard) is a plus

• Fluent in English (verbal and written); Additional languages a strong plus

• Experience in managing teams and stakeholders, and an orientation towards achieving results

 

Job requirements/work environment (including travel, physical demands if applicable)

• Traveling within Switzerland might be required

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Which key competencies do we expect?​

 

Technical and functional expertise desired 

• Strong change and or program/project management skills and related experience

• Technology project management, familiarity with digital/technology project development and implementation

• Proven data management experience

• Functional or operational redesign or re-engineering experience 

• Expertise in lean or other operating efficiency concepts and approaches

• Familiarity with key concepts and trends in digital/technology & agile methodologies

 

Problem solving, analytical skills and decision making

• Consultative skill set, including a track record of providing unique and innovative insights across multiple areas

• Curiosity and persistence in identifying issues

• Interest in learning and gaining skills in all functions

• Ability to grasp complex issues and look beyond the obvious

• Able to independently resolve complex issues/problems – bringing in the right resources at the right time to assist when necessary

• Demonstrates both strong analytical and big picture capabilities in problem solving approaches

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Communication, interpersonal and teaming skills 

• Proven ability to work successfully within a cohesive and matrixed team environment

• Strong interest in international business and cultures

• Superior interpersonal and communication skills

• Comfortable interacting with and influencing people at all levels in the organization

• Ability to build relationships and foster an environment of trust at all levels of the organization, while still maintaining a high degree of independence

• Able to anticipate and resolve conflicting differences by seeking collaborative approaches and by pursuing agreeable solutions

 

Work management, organization and planning

• Ability to focus on the most critical issues that have the highest impact on the organization and business needs

• Self motivate, ability to work independently and to take initiative

• Strong ability to multi-task and keep multiple projects moving with minimal direction

• Able to translate large, complex issues/objectives into effective work plans

• Proven success in working effectively with significant ambiguity and fluctuating priorities and constraints

 

Leadership, impact and change

• Ability to drive impact in complex change programs or similar environment involving robust communication, change management and influence

• Able to influence across the organization, effectively leading change, originating ideas and championing and gaining commitment

 

Values and ethics 

• Professional, impartial and independent attitude with a high degree of integrity

• Strong commitment to confidentiality

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What do we offer?

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alphra partners is a small but powerful financial services consulting boutique in which you can advance fast depending on your results. For us you are not a number or a FTE you are an individual we want to promote.

We at alphra partners strongly believe that we excel with our people, therefore we are committed to enable our people grow. You will be part of a team striving for excellence in which you can advance to the best of you abilities. alphra partners promotes further qualifications within its alphra partners excellence program.

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Non discrimination statement

alphra partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law, where applicable.