Associate Partner

At ALAIKA, we are building the future of Financial Services with a bold vision: to become the most specialized Enterprise Financial Services advisory & investment firm in the industry by coupling Fortune 500 board room access, the deepest Financial Services domain expertise with a global Venture Capital & Private Equity network. Through our three brands—ALAIKA Advisory (Strategy Consulting), ALAIKA Capital (Investment Company)  and ALAIKA Building (Company Builder), —we are building the Financial Services holding company of the future. Founded in October 2022 by Johanna von Geyr (the Financial Services Practice Lead Partner of a leading NASDAQ listed strategy consultancy) and Harald Braunstein (builder/investor of multiple leading international software companies) & an all-star team, we bring together the best of both worlds: deep functional domain expertise and networks in global Financial Services, along with a proven track record in how to build and invest in leading software product companies. One team one dream: This all begins by bringing together the very best people for the job, which is exactly what we do at ALAIKA and why we might need you   Join our team of experts at ALAIKA Advisory and play a pivotal role in "Building the Future of Financial Services" and contributing to our three core domains: Strategic Transformations, AI/Data Analytics & Cybersecurity.  Join the movement — apply now  What you will do: Provides overall leadership of client projects and aspects of the client relationship and commercial process within those relationshipsLeads and manages complex programs to ensure on-time delivery that meets agreed upon goals, leveraging Alaikas best practice, their own expertise and the firm's technical competence.Guides and influences clients as well as the insurance ecosystem in an informed way across all situations including execution becoming trusted advisors.Engages fully in building business by identifying new and expanded opportunities.Creates exciting and additive intellectual capital through their thought leadership, and are knowledgeable on a broad range of adjacent topics.Understanding of factors (e.g. fintechs/insuretechs, ESG, CX/UX, macroeconomic influences) impacting the BFSI industry and how to address the client's business challenges. Develops others and build a followership as part of their asset building for the firm.Leads firm building activities, seen as a role model for firm values with a strong personal brand within and outside of the firm and are well regarded by Partners, peers, other market-players and clients.  Experience:  Known as a fully rounded insurance expert based on >10 years of experience in a leading global insurance organization; successful business technology consulting in an insurance practice of a tier 1 management consulting house or similar background (incl. high profile references). Proven track record in insurance technology and innovation   Global work experience in the insurance sector with the capability to cover multiple EMEA geographies, incl. regulationsStrong negotiation and team leading skills  Track record in insurance thought leadership, publications, key notes etc.  What's in it for you: Our employees are our most precious asset, and we are committed to providing a unique employee experience. We offer multiple opportunities to create your path and build a global career at the highest levels following your interests. Competitive Rewards: Benefit from a highly competitive salary and attractive bonus structure, allowing you to directly benefit from our collective success.Collaborate With Industry Leaders: Leverage extensive connections within the Financial Services sector spanning from Fortune500 Financial Services executives over Private Equity to successful startup founders to enhance your skills and expand your professional network.Unmatched Growth Potential: Immerse yourself in an exhilarating start-up atmosphere where rapid personal and professional growth is not just encouraged but guaranteed and expected.Health and Wellbeing: Your health and fitness matter to us. We provide a premium EGYM Wellpass membership with access to 10,000+ sports and wellness offerings, both locally and online.Company Events: Dive into our culture with exceptional team-building activities, from Oktoberfest celebrations and Floßfahrt adventures on the Isar to festive Christmas parties, regular dinners and lunches, and much more.Modern Working Environment: State-of-the-art offices in Munich Werksviertel, Frankfurt am Main and Barcelona, more to come ;) Are you excited about advising clients, building innovative solutions, and investing in the global Financial Services industry?  We invite you to apply directly with your CV (including transcripts & references).  Equal Opportunities for all Our team spirit celebrates diversity. We want you to be your true "you" and offer everyone an open culture and safe space with equal chances and opportunities.