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Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world's leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people-Kyndryls-that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

As a Consult Partner at Kyndryl, you will play a key leadership role driving business growth and leading complex transformation engagements within the Financial Services industry. You will work closely with C-level stakeholders across major banks, financial institutions, and insurance companies, shaping strategic initiatives that sit at the intersection of business and technology. You will be responsible for building and growing client relationships, positioning strategic transformation agendas, and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver measurable business outcomes. This role requires strong industry expertise and a deep understanding of technology trends such as cloud transformation, legacy modernization, cybersecurity, and data & AI.

Key Responsibilities

Business Growth & Strategy:
• Drive revenue growth through deal origination, pipeline development, and conversion
• Ensure sustained profitability, managing margins and backlog growth
• Lead opportunity shaping, scoping, and commercial negotiations

Client Engagement:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with CXO-level stakeholders
• Act as a trusted advisor within key Financial Services accounts
• Lead executive client interactions, workshops, and transformation initiatives
• Ensure high client satisfaction (e.g., NPS) and long-term partnership development

Delivery Leadership:
• Lead end-to-end consulting engagements, from pre-deal to post-deal execution
• Oversee delivery quality, financial performance, and business impact
• Manage multidisciplinary teams across consulting and technology domains

Operational Excellence:
• Drive utilization, efficiency, and financial performance across engagements
• Ensure alignment between delivery outcomes and business objectives

Leadership & Strategic Contribution:
• Lead, mentor, and grow high-performing teams
• Contribute to Kyndryl's strategic initiatives and market positioning
• Drive thought leadership, innovation, and industry presence

Your Future at Kyndryl
At Kyndryl, you will operate at the forefront of business and technology transformation, working with leading Financial Services organizations on high-impact initiatives. You will collaborate with global experts, influence strategic programs, and contribute to shaping the future of consulting within the organization. Whether your path leads toward executive leadership or broader strategic influence, Kyndryl provides the platform and scale to accelerate your career and maximize your impact.

Who You Are

You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important, you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others. You are a senior consulting leader with strong industry expertise in Financial Services, capable of driving growth, managing executive relationships, and leading large-scale transformation programs.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise
• Extensive experience in client engagement and relationship management at CXO level

• Experience working with major Financial Services clients (banking, insurance, financial operators)
• Proven ability to build and commercialize relationships with senior executives
• Strong track record in leading and delivering complex consulting engagements with multidisciplinary teams
• Experience driving revenue growth, managing margins, and owning business outcomes
• Experience supporting high-value business development initiatives with senior stakeholders
• Deep understanding of Financial Services industry and relevant technology trends
• Strong leadership presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and drive organizational change
• Proven experience leading and growing high-performing teams

The salary range for the position in Italy is 76,440 to 137,670 EUR based on a full-time schedule at the time of posting. Your final compensation offer within the salary range indicated above will be determined in accordance with several factors such as, geographical tier, job-related skills, education and experience that selected candidates bring to the team. For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately.

Being You

The "Kyn" in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we're excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging - being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team - is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That's The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn't just a job-it's an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health-because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you'll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won't just contribute-you'll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We're here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you'll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You'll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities-from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you'll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here-and we're committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what's next.

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About Kyndryl

We design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day.

Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Consulting

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