Partner, AI & Data Financial Services Leader

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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Leader to drive strategic growth and operational excellence in our financial services consulting practice. This role is pivotal in shaping client engagements, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering transformative solutions to financial institutions, including banks, insurers, asset managers, and fintechs. The candidate will bring expertise in delivering transformative solutions in financial crime prevention, anti‑money laundering (AML), fraud detection, sanctions screening, and regulatory compliance for financial institutions.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to financial services clients, including banks, insurance companies, asset managers, and fintech organizations.
• Lead the development and execution of client strategies focused on digital transformation, operational efficiency, risk management, and financial performance improvement.
• Cultivate long‑term client relationships and identify opportunities for growth and innovation in financial services.
• Identify emerging AI & Data solutions and services relevant to the Financial Services segment.
• Ensure the organization meets success metrics including sales, utilization, margin, and solution delivery targets.

• Lead the design and implementation of financial crime compliance programs, including AML, sanctions, and fraud prevention.
• Oversee transaction monitoring, customer due diligence (KYC), and sanctions screening systems.
• Guide teams in leveraging AI, machine learning, and data analytics to detect and prevent financial crimes.
• Advise clients on regulatory requirements and best practices for financial crime risk management.
• Collaborate with compliance and IT teams to implement GenAI and Reg Tech solutions for financial crime compliance.

• Oversee complex consulting engagements from initiation through delivery, ensuring high‑quality outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Guide teams in the design and implementation of solutions in areas such as digital banking, fraud detection, regulatory compliance, customer analytics, and financial risk management.
• Ensure alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets.

• Lead the AI & Data Financial Services team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and excellence.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new talent, including senior consultants and subject matter experts.

• Contribute to the firm’s intellectual capital through white papers, presentations, and participation in industry forums focused on financial services, AI, and data.
• Stay abreast of financial services trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to inform client solutions and firm strategy.
• Speak at industry‑specific conferences and podcasts on AI & data topics in financial services.

• Drive practice‑level financial performance, including revenue growth, profitability, and resource utilization.
• Ensure high quality and profitable delivery of AI & Data solutions for financial services clients.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance service offerings and operational efficiency.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 12+ years of experience in financial services consulting or leadership roles within financial institutions.
• Proven track record of leading large‑scale transformation initiatives in financial services settings.
• Deep understanding of financial services delivery systems, regulatory environments, and risk management.
• Deep expertise in financial crime risk management, AML, sanctions, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience implementing transaction monitoring, KYC, and sanctions screening systems.
• Familiarity with GenAI, machine learning, and Reg Tech solutions for financial crime compliance.
• Knowledge of global financial crime regulations and enforcement trends.
• Strong business acumen and client relationship management…