Strategy & Corporate Development Manager

Job description

As part of Avaloq's Strategy & Corporate Development team, you will play a leading role in shaping Avaloq's long-term strategy and driving key corporate development initiatives. You will work directly with the executive leadership team and senior business leaders to define strategic priorities, evaluate growth opportunities, and support major business and investment decisions. This is a highly visible role for an experienced strategy professional who combines strategic insight, commercial judgment, and the ability to drive complex initiatives from concept to execution. Your key tasks Drive the development of Avaloq's corporate strategy and corporate development agenda, helping translate strategic priorities into actionable initiatives and business outcomes Independently lead strategic analyses, business cases, and executive recommendations on growth, transformation, and performance improvement topics Serve as a strategic partner to senior leaders across sales, delivery, service operations, technology, finance, and other corporate functions Drive executive-level discussions, prepare Board and Executive Leadership materials, and support strategic decision-making processes How to apply Please submit your CV along with a written motivation letter outlining your interest in this role and how your experience aligns with our requirements. Applications without a motivation letter will not be considered. 5-8 years of experience in top-tier management consulting, corporate strategy, corporate development, private equity, or a comparable strategic role Deep understanding of banking, fintech, B2B software, or technology-enabled business models Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including financial modelling, business case development, and strategic decision support Proven ability to structure complex topics into clear recommendations and drive decision-making with senior stakeholders Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to engage executives across functions and geographies High ownership, resilience, commercial acumen, and a results-oriented mindset Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; German or Italian is a plus We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices. In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self. We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way. Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations. Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 11 countries, and more than 170 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues. We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.