Job description

Your Growth Unleashed 
 Where your journey begins and your potential shines

 

ABOUT SYNPULSE

 

At 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 grow. We don’t just offer jobs – we offer the opportunity to grow, make a difference, and be part of a team that’s redefining the future of financial services. 

Ready to go further? Let’s unleash your growth — together

For more information, please visit us at www.synpulse.com 

 

OVERVIEW

As an Associate Partner – Private Banking and Wealth Management within the UK Banking Advisory practice, you will operate as a senior leader with full accountability for client delivery, account growth and business development across the private banking and wealth management sector.
 
You will lead complex engagements end-to-end while simultaneously developing strategic client relationships, originating new business and expanding Synpulse’s footprint in the UK market. 
 
Internally, you will play a critical role in shaping the practice, developing talent and reinforcing Synpulse’s culture as a high-performing boutique consultancy.
 
This role is suited to senior professionals with a strong industry network, commercial mindset and proven track record of delivering and selling high-value consulting engagements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Account Leadership & Revenue Ownership

• Own and grow strategic client accounts, with accountability for revenue targets and profitability.
• Develop long-term client roadmaps and position Synpulse as a partner of choice.
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling and expansion across services and capabilities.
• Build durable relationships with senior decision-makers across business, operations and technology      functions.
• Oversee account governance, satisfaction and retention.

 

Business Development & Market Growth

• Originate new business through an established network within UK private banking and wealth management.
• Lead the full sales lifecycle: opportunity shaping, proposal development, negotiation and closing.
• Establish new client accounts and      nurture them into sustainable revenue streams.
• Represent Synpulse externally      through industry forums, events and thought leadership.
• Collaborate with global colleagues      to bring broader capabilities to UK opportunities.

 

Client Delivery & Executive Engagement

• Provide executive oversight and leadership for complex, multi-stream transformation programmes.
• Ensure engagements deliver measurable client value while meeting quality, timeline and commercial      expectations.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, including C-suite and business heads.
• Intervene on critical issues, manage delivery risk and ensure successful outcomes across the portfolio.
• Sponsor and guide engagement teams to maintain delivery excellence.

 

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Set direction and priorities for engagement teams, allocating work across Managers, Senior Consultants and      Consultants.
• Act as a Career Advisor, mentoring and coaching colleagues to support performance and career      progression.
• Build leadership capability within the UK practice through sponsorship and development of future leaders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

 

Practice & Organisational Contribution

• Contribute to the strategic growth of the UK office, including capability development and market      positioning.
• Help define priority sectors, offerings and investment areas.
• Support recruitment of high-calibre talent aligned to practice needs.
• Act as a role model for Synpulse values and leadership behaviours.

Job requirements

 Experience & Track Record

• Proven experience in consulting and/or senior roles within financial services.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MSc, MA) or professional qualifications are a bonus. 
• Demonstrable experience in private banking and/or wealth management.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale transformation programmes end-to-end.
• Strong experience managing senior stakeholders and complex organisational environments.
• Demonstrated success in originating and closing consulting opportunities.

Commercial & Client Leadership

• Established network within UK private banking and wealth management highly desirable.
• Strong ability to translate client challenges into commercially viable engagements.
• Experience owning revenue targets, account growth and pipeline development.
• Credibility to operate at executive level and influence strategic decisions.

Domain & Technical Understanding

• Deep understanding of private banking and wealth management business models, operating structures and regulatory landscape.
• Experience across key transformation themes such as operating model redesign, digital enablement, client lifecycle transformation or efficiency programmes.
• Familiarity with core banking and wealth technology ecosystems is highly advantageous.

Leadership & Personal Attributes

• Highly independent, entrepreneurial and outcome-driven.
• Strong executive presence and communication skills.
• Ability to balance delivery, sales, people leadership and practice development.
• Collaborative mindset aligned with a boutique, team-oriented culture.
• Passion for developing others through coaching and mentorship.

This role is based in Central London; applicants must be willing to work in person in London on at least a hybrid basis. Applicants must be fluent in English.
  

 

Job benefits

Why us:
Ready to go further? Let’s unleash your growth — together

For more information, please visit us at www.synpulse.com

At Synpulse, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all candidates. Throughout the interview process, we strive to accommodate diverse needs and preferences to ensure that every candidate can fully showcase their abilities. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the interview process to support your participation, please don't hesitate to let us know. We are here to make the interview experience as comfortable and accessible as possible for you.