Strategy & Deals Graduate Associate Program 2026

Strategy and Deals Graduate Associate 2026

Alpha FMC is seeking bright, hard-working graduates who are eager to make a difference in a dynamic and fast-paced global consultancy! 

Founded in London in 2003, Alpha FMC is a leading global provider of consultancy services to the asset, wealth management and insurance industries. We have 1,000+ consultants across 17 offices, providing a breadth of expertise to over 970 clients.   

At Alpha, we work hard, deliver excellence and value work-life balance, with a company-paid summer trip, seasonal socials, and mentorship events. Diversity & Inclusion and Corporate Social Responsibility are core values, reflected in numerous industry awards including The Sunday Times “Top 100 Best Large Companies To Work For” in 2021, 2022 and 2023. We are committed to employing individuals from all backgrounds to reflect the multi-faceted society we live in. 

Who Are We?

Our Strategy and Deals division operates across all Alpha clients (asset managers, wealth managers, insurers, private equity and fintech), supporting them to grow their businesses and portfolios. As an Associate, you’ll 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. Our Associates will work across a range of engagements providing an excellent platform to develop their skills and rapidly develop their professional career.  

What does a Strategy and Deals Graduate Associate role at Alpha FMC look like? 

• Starting with 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-recognized Chartered Financial Analyst Level 1 (CFA 1) 

• Working as part of a close-knit team to support clients on strategic projects immediately post-training  

• Taking ownership of specific aspects of projects and collaborating with senior stakeholders to tackle challenging problems 

• Gaining hands-on experience working with and attending meetings with the C-suite of leading financial services organizations 

• Documenting requirements, building financial models, and engaging in creative problem-solving 

• Working across a variety of Strategy and Deal projects , ranging from 1-4 months 

• Attending social events to integrate into the Alpha team 

Who Are You?

• • Business Administration
  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Math
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Engineering

• Have a minimum GPA of 3.3 or above
• Genuine interest in advisory, asset and wealth management, and insurance industries
• Ambitious, proactive and flourishes in a fast-paced environment
• Entrepreneurial and commercial mindset
• Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset
• Team player with an interest in developing the division and contributing to business development
• Have the legal right to work in the US 

 The Alpha Strategy and Deals team supports our clients globally and has staff based in London and New York. Please note this job is based in New York and will require regular office attendance. 

Compensation & Benefits 

Alpha prides itself on offering applicants, both graduate and non-graduate, equal opportunity upon application - financial constraints should not be a blocker to success.  

If successful in application, all Associates are provided a range of benefits including: 

• $90k USD base salary plus discretionary profit share 

• One-time signing bonus of $5k USD 

• 25 days of paid annual leave 

• Sponsorship towards professional certifications / training supported with 5 days of paid training time, including the CFA 

• Reimbursement for commuting, mobile phone, and home internet expenses 

• Supplemented medical, dental and vision coverage 

• 401k matching 

• Monthly team bonding socials with local office 

• Learning & development: Vast opportunities for development, unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning 

• Community events: We offer a range of social events and meetups 

• An allowance for remote working technology 

• Access to discounted travel, tickets, events, and more through our benefit partner 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Alpha Alternatives is an equal opportunities employer and the Group’s policy is to ensure that all employees, or those seeking employment, are treated fairly. All decisions relating to recruitment, selection and promotion are made objectively regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, age, or disability.