Partner – Financial Services (FS)

Ref: EXEC-791

Salary: £  – £, per annum  

Location: Madrid, England, Spain

Type: Permanent

We are seeking a highly experienced Partner in Financial Services to lead our client’s FS practice in Madrid. This senior role is ideal for a visionary leader with deep expertise in financial services, extensive consulting experience, and a track record of delivering strategic impact. You will be responsible for shaping and driving high-profile consulting engagements, building strong client relationships, and expanding their financial services footprint in Spain and across Southern Europe. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech, and be adept at advising clients on digital transformation, regulatory compliance, and growth strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Client Leadership & Relationship Management: Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite and senior executives within the financial services industry, developing and sustaining strong client relationships to ensure ongoing engagements and satisfaction.
  • Practice Leadership & Growth: Lead and expand the financial services practice in Spain, developing go-to-market strategies, creating new service offerings, and identifying growth opportunities within the banking, insurance, and asset management sectors.
  • Project Oversight & Delivery: Oversee complex consulting engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery and strategic alignment with client objectives. Provide hands-on guidance in areas such as digital transformation, risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
  • Market & Competitive Analysis: Leverage deep industry knowledge to provide insights into market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging opportunities, enabling clients to make informed, data-driven decisions.
  • Thought Leadership: Represent the firm in the Spanish and European financial services market by contributing to thought leadership initiatives, publishing insights, and participating in industry forums to strengthen our brand and market influence.
  • Business Development & Revenue Generation: Drive revenue growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities, leading proposals, and participating in pitches to expand our client portfolio in financial services
  • Team Development & Mentorship: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of consultants, fostering a high-performance culture focused on client impact, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other partners and practices across the firm to deliver integrated solutions for clients, leveraging our full suite of capabilities in areas such as technology, operations, and digital innovation.

Key Qualifications:

  • Experience: Minimum of 15+ years in management consulting or financial services, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Experience in the Spanish financial services market is essential.
  • Industry Expertise: Deep knowledge of the financial services sector, including banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech, with proven experience in digital transformation, regulatory frameworks, and strategic growth.
  • Analytical & Strategic Skills: Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights for clients.
  • Client Engagement: Demonstrated success in building and managing long-term relationships with senior clients, particularly at the executive and board levels.
  • Project Management: Extensive experience overseeing large-scale, multi-disciplinary consulting projects, with skills in project planning, budgeting, and resource management.
  • Education: Advanced degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field; an MBA or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM) are advantageous.
  • Language Proficiency: Fluent in Spanish and English, with strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Flexibility & Mobility: Willingness to travel as required across Spain and Southern Europe.

What’s on Offer:

  •  A high-impact role with the opportunity to lead and shape financial services consulting for top-tier clients in Spain and beyond.
  • A collaborative and supportive environment, with access to industry-leading resources and a global network of professionals.
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and performance-based incentives aligned with client and practice growth.
  • Significant career advancement opportunities, with a pathway to further leadership within a renowned consulting firm.

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Chris Haywood
Director - Strategy & Consulting
Director - Strategy & Consulting
Chris is the Director of Strategy & Consulting at The Consultancy Group, specialising in Partner-level hires into Consulting across EMEA. He leads a dual-focused Strategy Practice: one team works with top Management Consultancies (MBB, Big 4, Boutiques), while the other sources world-class strategy professionals for corporate clients. Chris’s expertise spans industries such as technology, media, aerospace, financial services, and healthcare.

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