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Alpha FMC | Strategy & Deals Grad Associate (2027)

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Strategy and Deals Graduate Associate | Class of 2027

About Alpha FMC

Who We Are:

Alpha Financial Markets Consulting is the leading global consultancy to the financial services industry, partnering with many of the world's largest asset managers, wealth managers, insurers, and alternative investment firms. Since our founding in 2003, Alpha has grown to more than 1540 consultants globally, 23 offices, serving over 950 clients across North America, Europe, and APAC.

We help clients solve their most complex business, operational, technology, and transformation challenges. From strategy and operating model design to data, digital, and technology implementation, our teams work alongside clients to drive meaningful change across the investment management and financial services landscape. Our consultants support organizations across traditional asset and wealth management as well as private equity, private credit, real assets, infrastructure, and insurance. Whether helping an asset manager improve its operating model, supporting a private markets firm through a technology transformation, or enabling better use of data and analytics, we combine deep industry expertise with hands-on delivery to create lasting impact for our clients.

At Alpha, you'll work directly with industry leaders, gain exposure to a wide variety of projects and clients, and develop skills that span consulting, technology, operations, strategy, and financial services. While many consultants build expertise within a particular practice area, our collaborative culture encourages learning across teams and disciplines. Most importantly, Alpha is built around its people. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, entrepreneurial, and close-knit environment where individuals are empowered to grow their careers, build meaningful relationships, and make an impact from day one. Through comprehensive training, mentorship, social events, and a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community, we strive to create a place where talented people can do their best work and build long-term careers.

What You'll Do:

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 supporting entry into new markets, providing due diligence and other transaction-related services to clients looking to grow via acquisition, and assessing and improving profitability. 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? 

  • Completing 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 (CFA) Level 1 exam 
  • Working across a variety of Strategy and Deal projects ranging from 1-4 months in tight-knit teams:
    • Taking ownership of specific project workstreams and delivering high-quality outputs to answer key scope questions
    • Documenting requirements and building financial models to support analysis and decision making
    • Gaining hands-on experience interviewing stakeholders, conducting workshops and presenting findings to the C-suite of leading financial services organizations
  • Joining regular socials with the rest of the Alpha team

Qualifications:

Who We're Looking For

This opportunity is open to undergraduate and non-MBA master's students graduating between December 2026 and June 2027.

We're looking for highly motivated individuals who are excited by problem-solving, consulting, and the opportunity to make an impact from day one. Successful candidates will typically demonstrate:

  • A genuine interest in financial services, consulting, and helping clients solve complex business challenges
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and approach problems in a structured way
  • Intellectual curiosity and a desire to continuously learn, develop, and take on new challenges
  • An entrepreneurial, collaborative, and "builder" mindset with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and contribute wherever needed
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and confidently
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Leadership experience through academic, professional, extracurricular, athletic, volunteer, or personal pursuits

In addition, candidates must:

  • Be available to start full-time in September 2027
  • Be willing and able to work from our NYC office, with an expectation of ~4 days per week in-office
  • Be willing to travel as needed for client engagements, workshops, and team events (significant travel is not typically required)
  • Have the legal right to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements

Compensation and Perks:

  • Base salary range starting at $93,000 USD with discretionary bonus scheme based on company and personal performance
  • 25 days of annual paid time off, 7 days of sick leave, plus US holidays
  • Paid parental leave & other family benefits
  • 401k matching
  • Supplemented medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Sponsorship towards professional certifications / training supported with 5 days of paid training time
  • Continued education & learning & development in your first-year as part of the Grad Associate Program

Recruitment Process:

  1. Application
    Submit your application & resume by July 26, 2026 11:59PM ET.
  2. Assessment
    Following the application deadline, eligible applicants will be invited to complete the CCAT and EPP assessments. Together, these assessments should take approximately 20–30 minutes to complete, and candidates will have around five days to submit them.
  3. One-Way Video Interview
    Selected candidates will advance to a one-way video interview. This stage should take approximately 5–10 minutes and will focus on your interest in Alpha, your understanding of the firm, and how your experiences and background align with consulting.
  4. Assessment Centre (Behavioral, Group Exercise & Case Interview)
    Selected candidates will be invited to participate in a virtual Assessment Center via Microsoft Teams. This stage consists of three components: a behavioral interview, a group exercise, and a case interview. Throughout the Assessment Center, we'll evaluate the skills our consultants use every day, including communication, collaboration, problem-solving, structured thinking, analytical ability, creativity, and your motivation for joining Alpha.
  5. Final Round Interview
    The final stage is a ~30-minute interview with senior leadership from your selected practice area(s). This conversation is an opportunity for us to learn more about you and for you to gain additional insight into the team and role.

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