Principal Consultant / Director - Digital Transformation : Financial Services

As an Principal Consultant / Director at The Digital Fifth, you will lead digital transformation initiatives for financial institutions, NBFCs and fintechs. This leadership role requires a strong analytical mindset, strategic thinking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will be lead in research, strategy development, product lifecycle management, client interactions, and project execution, contributing to impactful digital solutions. Working in a startup environment, you must be adaptable, proactive, and comfortable navigating ambiguity.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Digital Transformation:

• Lead digital, business, and growth strategies for banks, NBFCs, fintechs, and other financial institutions. Drive product ideation and Product Life Cycle Management initiatives to enhance digital offerings. Implement data-driven improvements to optimize product performance and customer experience.

Research & Thought Leadership:

• Lead primary and secondary research for in-depth analysis of companies, industries, and markets. Create industry reports, whitepapers, and insights to support consulting assignments.
• Manage marketing content, blogs, and social media engagements on fintech and digital banking topics. Support the sales team in crafting proposals and conceptualizing solutions based on client needs.

Program & Client Management:

• Work closely with clients to design and implement digital business models and transformation programs. Manage key customer relationships, gathering insights and ensuring successful delivery of consulting projects.
• Act as a bridge between technology, business teams, and stakeholders, ensuring seamless execution of projects.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

Education: B.Tech + MBA preferred.

• 12 -20 years of experience in a fintech, digital transformation within Consulting firms is preferred.
• Understanding of digital banking, payments, lending, wealth, and fintech ecosystems is preferred Strong quantitative, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness under tight deadlines
• Knowledge of analytics tools is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to manage ambiguity, and work in a fast-paced startup environment.

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Adaptability & Learning Mindset:

Ownership & Initiative:

• Willingness to travel and engage in client-facing roles

Why Join The Digital Fifth?

Startup Culture

Diverse Exposure

End-to-End Consulting Experience

Leadership & Growth Opportunities:

Compensation

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus