IT Transformation | Financial Services Industry

Managing Consultant

We are transformation specialists that position people at the heart of digital change programmes. Delivering high-impact, value-led consultancy across advisory, execution, and optimisation services. We’ve built a diverse, high-performing team of experts who consistently deliver exceptional outcomes. Our flexible and open-minded culture supports personal growth and innovation.

Published: 21st November 2025

Overview of the role

SmartCo Consulting is one of the UK’s fastest-growing technology consultancies. We are looking for a Managing Consultant to lead end-to-end IT separation and divestment programmes, helping Consumer Goods clients navigate complex carve-outs, TSAs and post-transaction stabilisation.

This is a strategic, hands-on role that blends programme delivery, transformation leadership, and pre-sales consulting. You will work directly with CIOs, IT leadership, and deal teams, taking ownership of complex separations and helping clients unlock value at pace.

In addition, you’ll play an active role in shaping SmartCo’s growth in the Consumer Goods sector,supporting client development, proposals and the evolution of our M&A delivery frameworks.

About You

Proven consulting background with experience working with CIOs, IT leadership, and business sponsors within the financial services sector (Banking, Insurance, Asset Management etc.)
Demonstrated experience delivering IT transformation, regulatory change, or digital innovation programmes
Deep understanding of financial services operating models, regulatory drivers, and technology landscapes
Experience working directly with CIOs and programme sponsors to shape and lead complex change
Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting pre-sales and client engagement
Strategic thinker with a hands-on, practical approach to advisory and delivery
Excellent communicator with the ability to build trust and credibility at senior levels

What We Offer

Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus
Fully flexible working arrangements with West London office access
Enhanced holiday allowance
100% employer-funded private healthcare
Life assurance & Employee Assistance Programme
Pension
Mobile phone allowance
Bi-annual eye tests
Ongoing investment in personal and professional development

Our Culture & Values

Our values and culture are built on five core principles: people first, trust, honesty, authenticity, and valuing relationships. These principles define who we are, guiding our interactions with colleagues and clients to foster a positive and productive environment.

We believe in teamwork, respect, and doing the right thing by our clients and our colleagues. We’re ambitious, but never at the expense of integrity.

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