Director - Finalta

About the Role and Company

At Finalta by McKinsey, based in Panama City, Panama, you will be joining a dynamic environment where driving impactful change and cultivating long-term capabilities for clients is paramount. This role demands resilience, determination, and a drive for excellence in a high-performance culture that nurtures growth and provides mentorship, coaching, and learning opportunities to accelerate leadership development rapidly. You will work with diverse colleagues from over 65 countries, benefiting from a global community that values varied perspectives and inclusivity.

Your Impact and Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the management of Finalta's multi-client and multi-country benchmarking programs tailored for the banking sector to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Develop and review client deliverables, ensuring they are of the highest standard, insightful, and include key findings along with quantifiable recommendations.
• Maintain and nurture critical client relationships throughout the benchmarking process and beyond to maximize satisfaction and foster long-term partnerships.
• Direct and mentor a team of analysts, managing talent acquisition, providing coaching, and enhancing team performance both individually and collectively.
• Communicate and present analysis results to clients and pertinent stakeholders, effectively disseminating critical messages.
• Plan, prepare, and facilitate client workshops including generating and delivering relevant materials and actionable reports.
• Contribute to developing thought leadership by authoring research articles on retail banking best practices, industry trends, and insights.
• Drive business development initiatives by attracting talent, expanding benchmarking peer groups, exploring new markets, and launching innovative products.

Candidate Qualifications and Skills

• At least eight years of relevant experience within financial services, particularly banking, strategy, consulting, or business development roles, demonstrating a strong understanding of the banking industry.
• Structured and analytical thinker with a talent for transforming complex data into compelling narratives.
• Proven leadership abilities with a passion for inspiring and developing teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a capability to build and sustain robust client relationships.
• Experienced in comprehensive project management, from initiation through to successful delivery.
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English at a fluency level.

What You Will Gain

• An environment that fosters continuous learning supported by structured apprenticeship and clear, actionable feedback aimed at accelerating your personal development journey.
• A workplace culture where your contributions are valued and you have a meaningful impact on client outcomes while upholding strict ethical standards.
• An opportunity to collaborate with an inclusive global team that enhances creativity and problem-solving capabilities.
• A competitive salary package commensurate with location, experience, and skills, along with a comprehensive benefits package supporting your holistic well-being and that of your family.