Market Intelligence | 9 to 12 years | Hyderabad

Role overview:

As the Banking Domain Lead within the Capgemini Research Institute for Financial Services (CRI-FS) team at Capgemini India, you will be at the forefront of driving global thought leadership and strategic decision-making for senior leaders in Capgemini's Financial Services (FS) division and its valued clients.

you’ll have a dual role as:

• Team leader, responsible for a team of up to 12 analysts on the ground (in India, Hyderabad)  
• Banking domain leader, managing and mentoring the banking team while taking ownership of thought leadership initiatives and strategic projects within the banking sector.

Key responsibilities:

• Act as a leader and distinguished ambassador for the CRI-FS team. Work with other senior members to manage CRI-FS banking team’s responsibilities especially in India.
• Play a pivotal role within the leadership team of CRI-FS, actively contributing to the team's vision, direction, and overall success.
• Provide visionary leadership to the banking team, serving as a mentor and manager, while assuming accountability for thought leadership and strategic projects with both Capgemini and FS clients in the banking domain.
• Harness your extensive knowledge of the banking domain – ideally including retail and payments - to lead and produce world-class thought leadership and strategic projects, forging impactful relationships with senior leaders and banking subject matter experts within Capgemini.
• Oversee direct and indirect management responsibilities, including team review and guidance, specifically pertaining to banking projects.

Specific competencies for the role

Qualifications and Experience:

• Possess a track record of 8+ years in leadership, banking domain expertise, or related roles within consulting or financial services, showcasing strategic acumen akin to a management consultant.
• Exhibit comprehensive knowledge of the banking industry – especially payments, coupled with a working familiarity of the broader financial services landscape.
• Showcase strong analytical and consulting expertise to advance the quality and insightfulness of the insights derived from extensive primary data
• Hold a degree in a pertinent field, such as Business Administration (MBA), from a reputable university or institute.
• Demonstrate fluency in both written and verbal business English.

Networking and Communication Skills:

• Cultivate effective relationships across multiple functions and business lines, employing influencing skills to achieve desired outcomes.
• Exhibit finely-honed interpersonal and diplomatic abilities, stimulating trust through fair and respectful treatment of others.
• Showcase refined written and verbal communication and presentation skills, adeptly conveying ideas and information.

Strategic Thinking and Result Orientation:

• Embrace a critical-thinking mindset, fearlessly challenging existing ideas and swiftly adapting to new concepts.
• Display excellent strategic, analytical, and conceptual capabilities.
• Thrive in ambiguous situations, showcasing an unwavering commitment to quality, efficiency, and a strong "can-do" attitude.
• Approach work with a structured, results-driven ethos, eagerly embracing accountability for task completion.

Program and Project Management:

• Develop and communicate visions, charters, and project plans, encompassing objectives, timelines, milestones, priorities, team responsibilities, and deliverables.
• Monitor progress, proactively updating stakeholders on potential deviations and negotiating adjustments when necessary.

Supervision and Leadership:

• Possess strong people management and mentorship skills, nurturing the growth of the banking team and exercising direct and indirect supervisory oversight.
• Lead and influence the team to produce outstanding thought leadership and analysis.
• Manage and motivate the overall team in accordance with the current working culture

About the team – CRI-FS

The Capgemini Research Institute for Financial Services is an in-house think tank focused on digital, innovation, and technology issues impacting global banks, wealth management firms, and insurers. The Institute annually publishes its signature Financial Services World Reports that draw on voice of the customer surveys, CxO interviews, and partnerships with technology companies as well as academia. These data-driven perspectives explore how financial institutions are meeting emerging business challenges with transformative thinking enabled by technology and data. The World Retail Banking Report 2021, published by the Institute, was highlighted as one of the top 10 publications amongst consultancy and technology firms by independent analysts.

To know more, visit us at https://www.capgemini.com/insights/research-library/world-reports/