Cognizant

Senior Consulting Manager - Wealth Management SME

Cognizant$126K — $148K *
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12-15+ years of experience in Wealth Management or Financial Services consulting.
  • Deep expertise in multiple asset classes and trading workflows.
  • Strong experience in designing and implementing Target Operating Models.
  • Proven track record in developing strategic roadmaps and leading transformation programs.
  • Extensive background in business architecture and organizational transformation.
  • Strong stakeholder management experience with executive-level engagement.
  • Consulting experience with major financial institutions, especially in Canada.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic consulting engagements for wealth management clients.
  • Define and implement Target Operating Models aligned with business objectives.
  • Develop technology roadmaps to support modernization and growth initiatives.
  • Assess current operations and recommend future-state transformation strategies.
  • Provide subject matter expertise in wealth management products and trading workflows.
  • Engage with executives to drive alignment and ensure successful delivery of projects.
  • Manage program risks and execute governance activities throughout project lifecycles.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings and pension programs
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Employee assistance programs
  • 17 Paid vacation and holidays
  • Paid parental leave and family support benefits
  • Wellness and mental health programs
  • Learning and development programs
  • Professional certifications and continued education support
  • Career growth and leadership development opportunities
  • Employee recognition and rewards programs
Full Job Description
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About the Role

As a Senior Consulting Manager - Wealth Management SME, you will make an impact by leading complex consulting engagements and transformation programs within the wealth management domain.

You will serve as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, helping organizations design future-state operating models, define strategic roadmaps, and execute business transformation initiatives. This role requires deep expertise across wealth management business processes, asset classes, and trading operations, combined with strong consulting, stakeholder management, and program delivery capabilities.
In This Role, You Will
Business & Transformation Leadership
  • Lead strategic consulting engagements for wealth management clients.
  • Define and implement Target Operating Models (TOMs) aligned to business objectives and transformation goals.
  • Develop business and technology roadmaps that support operational modernization and growth initiatives.
  • Assess current-state operations and recommend future-state transformation strategies.
Wealth Management Domain Advisory
  • Provide subject matter expertise across wealth management products, asset classes, and trading workflows.
  • Advise clients on process optimization, operating model improvements, and business architecture initiatives.
  • Support strategic decision-making through industry insights and best practices.
  • Guide organizations through large-scale business and platform transformation programs.
Stakeholder & Program Management
  • Engage with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technology teams to drive alignment and successful delivery.
  • Facilitate workshops, business reviews, and strategic planning sessions.
  • Influence decision-making and drive consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Manage program risks, dependencies, and transformation outcomes.
Business Architecture & Solution Delivery
  • Lead business architecture initiatives and support enterprise transformation programs.
  • Drive backlog prioritization and business requirements alignment.
  • Collaborate with product, operations, and technology teams to ensure successful implementation of strategic initiatives.
  • Support governance, planning, and delivery execution activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Work Model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a 3 days hybrid position located in Toronto, Canada, requiring regular collaboration with client and Cognizant teams.

The working arrangements for this role may be adjusted based on business and client requirements.
What You Must Have to Be Considered
  • 12-15+ years of experience in Wealth Management, Capital Markets, or Financial Services consulting.
  • Deep expertise across multiple asset classes and trading workflows.
  • Strong experience designing and implementing Target Operating Models.
  • Proven track record developing strategic roadmaps and leading transformation programs.
  • Extensive experience in business architecture, operating model design, and organizational transformation.
  • Strong stakeholder management experience, including executive and C-level engagement.
  • Consulting experience supporting major banks, preferably Canadian financial institutions.
  • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and complex business initiatives.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
These Will Help You Succeed
  • Experience with AS400 platforms and legacy modernization initiatives.
  • Familiarity with leading wealth management platforms and technology ecosystems.
  • Experience supporting digital transformation and platform migration programs.
  • Knowledge of Canadian wealth management regulations and operating models.
  • Experience working within Agile delivery environments.
  • Industry certifications related to wealth management, business architecture, or project management.

We're excited to meet people who share our passion for transforming financial services and helping clients navigate complex business challenges. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement listed. We value diverse perspectives, transferable experiences, and a growth mindset.
Compensation

We regularly assess market data to ensure our compensation remains competitive and aligned with industry standards.
  • Base salary range:CAD $126,500 - CAD $148,500 annually
  • Placement within the range will depend on experience, skills, qualifications, and market considerations.
  • Eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual performance incentive program, subject to applicable plan terms.
Benefits

Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal wellbeing, financial health, and professional growth, including:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings and pension programs
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Employee assistance program
  • 17 Paid vacation and holidays
  • Paid parental leave and family support benefits
  • Wellness and mental health programs
  • Learning and development programs
  • Professional certifications and continued education support
  • Career growth and leadership development opportunities
  • Employee recognition and rewards programs

About Cognizant

TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management. With technology solutions touching more than half the U.S. population today, TriZetto is uniquely positioned to drive the convergence of core benefit administration, care management and constituent engagement. TriZetto provides premier information technology solutions that enable payers and other constituents in the healthcare supply chain to improve the coordination of benefits and care for healthcare consumers.

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Learn more about Cognizant
Size
340,400 employees
Market Cap
$28.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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