Practice Consultant - Financial Services & Vector

WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORKWe are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We are currently the #1 ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have maintained a spot in the top four on Glassdoor’s list since its founding in 2009.Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don’t happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHYou’ll join our Financial Services (FS) practice, which helps leading companies across banking, insurance, wealth and asset management, and payments tackle their most pressing challenges. The FS practice works hand-in-hand with Bain’s capability practices—including Strategy, Performance Improvement, and Vector (our digital and technology group)—to bring the full power of Bain to our clients. This role will be deeply embedded in the Vector interlock, working at the intersection of financial services and technology.WHERE YOU’LL FIT WITHIN THE TEAMYou’ll play a key role in supporting the Global Financial Services Practice Leader and the Global Strategy & Operations Leader in advancing our growth priorities—particularly within our Vector capability. This is an exciting opportunity to shape strategic direction, manage global operations, and directly support the development and commercialization of innovative FS IP.WHAT YOU’LL DOYou’ll focus on two core areas:FS Vector IP & Product Development (60%)Shape and manage the IP roadmap for FS VectorLead selected IP development efforts, managing content teams across global resourcesCollaborate closely with interlock champions and FS leaders to support client developmentGuide proposal creation and provide hands-on support to case teamsOwn and enhance sales collateral, working to ensure materials are competitive and compellingDeliver coaching and training to senior managers and associate partnersPractice Operations (40%)Support strategic planning and progress tracking for the global FS practiceDrive coordination across FS and Vector interlock leadersMotivate and mentor team membersABOUT YOUWe're looking for someone who brings a mix of consulting experience, business insight, and a passion for innovation at the intersection of FS and technology. The ideal candidate will have:Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree (Master’s or MBA preferred)Either:Recent Bain/external consulting experience at the Consultant levelOr 5–8 years (with BA) / 4–5 years (with MBA) in relevant roles such as:Product managementEnterprise technology transformationData engineering and analyticsDigital or AI solution developmentPythonComplex business research and analysisYou’ll thrive in this role if you are:Collaborative and service-orientedEntrepreneurial and proactive with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” approachInsightful and pragmatic, with strong problem-solving skillsA strong communicator—engaging, articulate, and executive-readyNaturally energetic and skilled at building internal and external relationshipsA motivating leader who develops high-performing teamsFun, team-spirited, and passionate about making an impact