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About the Role

Our Strategy and Deals division operates across all Alpha clients, supporting them to grow their businesses and portfolios. As an Associate, you will work on a range of projects to build up your skills including establishing and assessing profitability, supporting entry into new markets, and providing due diligence and other similar services to clients looking to grow via acquisition. Associates will work across a range of engagements providing an excellent platform to develop their skills and rapidly develop their professional career.

Responsibilities

• Completing an expedited week-long 'Alpha Training Programme' including modules on specific tools (e.g. PowerPoint design and Excel), processes and soft skills used regularly in consulting
• Undertaking the industry-recognised Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level 1 exam
• Working across a variety of Strategy and Deal projects ranging from 1-4 months in tight-knit teams
• Taking ownership of specific project workstreams and delivering high-quality outputs to answer key scope questions
• Documenting requirements and building financial models to support analysis and decision making
• Gaining hands-on experience interviewing stakeholders, conducting workshops and presenting findings to the C-suite of leading financial services organisations
• Joining regular socials with the rest of the Alpha team

Requirements

• Highly motivated individuals who are excited by problem-solving, consulting, and the opportunity to make an impact from day one
• Genuine interest in financial services, consulting, and helping clients solve complex business challenges
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and approach problems in a structured way
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to continuously learn, develop, and take on new challenges
• An entrepreneurial, collaborative, and "builder" mindset with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and contribute wherever needed
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and confidently
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Leadership experience through academic, professional, extracurricular, athletic, volunteer, or personal pursuits
• Be predicted or have achieved 2:1 or above, in any degree discipline and from any university
• Be available to start full time in September 2027
• Be willing and able to work from our London office, with an expectation of 4 days per week in-office
• Be willing to travel as needed for client engagements, workshops, and team events

Skills

• Problem-solving
• Consulting
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking
• Structured approach to problem-solving
• Intellectual curiosity
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Collaboration
• Communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Time management
• Leadership

Location

• London

Work Type

• Full-time
• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Graduate

Education Level

• 2:1 or above in any degree discipline

Salary/Compensations

• £40,000 base salary plus discretionary profit share

Benefits

• Reimbursement of travel expenses for Assessment Centre and/or final-stage interviews
• Discretionary profit share
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Income Protection Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Sponsorship towards professional certification, including the CFA

About the Company

• Founded in London in 2003, Alpha FMC is the leading global consultancy to the asset management, wealth management and insurance industries, with over 1,000 consultants across 17 offices and 970+ clients worldwide.
• From strategy and operating model design to data, digital, and technology implementation, we partner with many of the world's largest asset managers, wealth managers, insurers, and alternative investment firms, as well as private equity, private credit, real assets, and infrastructure firms, to drive meaningful change across the investment management and financial services landscape.
• At Alpha, you'll work directly with industry leaders, gain exposure to a wide variety of projects and clients, and develop skills that span consulting, technology, operations, strategy, and financial services.
• While many consultants build expertise within a particular practice area, our collaborative culture encourages learning across teams and disciplines.
• Most importantly, Alpha is built around its people. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, entrepreneurial, and close-knit environment where individuals are empowered to grow their careers, build meaningful relationships, and make an impact from day one.
• Through comprehensive training, mentorship, social events, and a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community, we strive to create a place where talented people can do their best work and build long-term careers.