ABOUT CURINOS
Curinos empowers financial institutions to make better and more profitable decisions through industry-leading proprietary data, technologies, and insights. With decades-long expertise in the financial services industry and a relentless focus on the future, Curinos’ advisory arm in conjunction with our in-house analytics ecosystems allows clients to anticipate customer needs and optimize their go-to market decisions in an increasingly competitive market.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
As an Associate Consultant at Curinos you will take on real responsibility and be exposed to a diverse set of teams that collaborate to deliver solutions to clients. You will work across different subject areas and functional domains, developing a well-rounded skillset suitable for a wide range of career paths. You can expect to:
- Create impactful client deliverables for our clients (Large US and Canadian financial institutions, brokerages, private equity firms), solving their most urgent and challenging problems
- Solve complex business challenges through research, data analysis using Excel and SQL, and structured problem-solving
- Own and execute analyses independently, transforming data into actionable insights and recommendations
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and deepen your industry expertise
- Build expertise in financial services and analytics, gaining exposure to industry trends, client challenges, and leading decision-support tools
- Take ownership of your work and professional growth, continuously developing your technical, analytical, and storytelling skills
- Develop through Curinos' apprenticeship-based model, learning directly from experienced consultants while taking on increasing responsibility and ownership from day one
- Lead discrete workstreams early in your career and, as you grow, develop the skills and experience to manage project teams and mentor junior colleagues
When you join Curinos you will become part of a group of close-knit colleagues who are passionate about problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation. Typically, employees work from our offices and travel on an ad hoc basis which creates a strong office community, supported by company social events and team outings.
We prioritize employee development and you will rapidly progress through varying levels of responsibility, acquire data analysis skills, hone your ability to break down a problem into tactical steps, derive insights, and communicate effectively. You will receive personalized feedback and have the development opportunities you need to achieve your career goals.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for the “best of the best” and you should inherently:
- Exhibit enthusiasm for learning, particularly diving into new subject areas
- Possess curiosity and the capacity to apply structure and logic to break down complex problems
- Embrace multitasking and the ability to take on responsibility and get things done
- Display commitment to diversity and empathy for those around you
- Illustrate passion and creativity in professional pursuits, academic endeavors, and personal interests.
Curinos is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all majors and backgrounds.
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