This position is ONSITE in the Great Columbia Missouri area.
About Alpha FMC
Alpha Financial Markets Consulting (Alpha) is a leading global consultancy to the financial services industry. Founded in 2003, we have worked for over 20 years to bring together specialist, sector-focused strategy, management consulting and technology expertise to support the entire client transformation lifecycle. Having partnered with more than 1,200 clients worldwide across the asset and wealth management, alternatives and insurance industries, Alpha is truly a trusted advisor for complex change programmes. We now have over 1,180 consultants working with clients across North America, the UK, Europe, Middle East and APAC.
In 2024, in recognition of our successful track record and strong growth prospects, Alpha was acquired by Bridgepoint, one of the world's leading quoted private asset growth investors. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are delighted that many of our team have built long and fulfilling careers with us, many staying over a decade. We believe this is because Alpha offers a genuinely rewarding place to work: a meritocratic environment where your career can flourish, and a welcoming culture where you can be yourself, connect with others and thrive.
As we look to the future, we're excited to be looking for new Alpha colleagues - individuals who are collaborative, innovative and ambitious. We hope you will join us and help shape the next chapter of our growth journey.
Why Join Alpha?
Established yet entrepreneurial – with over 20 years of success and a proven record on the London Stock Exchange, Alpha offers the stability of an established consultancy with the energy of a fast-growth business.
Backed by Bridgepoint – as part of one of the world's leading growth investors, Alpha benefits from strategic investment that fuels innovation, expansion and new offerings – creating even more opportunity for our people.
Exposure to senior leadership – whether you are in an internal or a client facing role, you will have the opportunity to work with and learn from the best of the best – high performers at the top of their game.
Learning and growth opportunities – we run tailored training to help you be successful, provide you excellent mentorship, and offer up to 5 days paid training time per year. Perhaps the best training though is the experience on the job – as everyone at Alpha has high responsibility and autonomy, you can develop your skillsets quickly.
Performance-driven culture with real impact – advancement at Alpha is based on impact and capability, not tenure or quotas. You'll have autonomy and see the tangible difference your ideas and decisions make.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring timely, within-budget, and satisfactory delivery.
- Act as the primary project/program contact, fostering strong relationships and maintaining open communication channels.
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Understand complex insurance issues and their potential impact on Alphas' clients' business
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Engage with stakeholders to drive & lead execution against effective project plans, anticipate potential issues, and provide structured solutions to ensure a successful client engagement.
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Lead a workstream or component of a project, taking responsibility for the creation of client deliverables by facilitating client interviews and workshops, performing analyses, synthesizing clear insights from complex information, and developing content that clearly articulates recommendations.
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Develop meaningful and successful relationships with clients and vendors by understanding the different needs of stakeholders and establishing a high degree of credibility.
Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in related disciplines along with relevant certifications preferred.
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At least 4 years of progressive experience as a Business Analyst and/or Project Manager within the P&C Insurance Industry (underwriting, claims, distribution, or related functions at an insurance carrier, MGA, broker, or consulting firm).
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to articulate complex problems and solutions in a simple, logical, and impactful manner; executive presentation skills.
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Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and deliver complex programs or technical initiatives with cross-functional teams, including resource allocation, timeline management, and risk mitigation.
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Experience with insurance core systems, policy administration platforms, claims management systems, data warehousing, or related technologies that support P&C operations.
- Experience navigating complex organizational structures and managing relationships with underwriters, claims teams, IT, compliance, and senior insurance leadership.
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Experience coordinating with insurance technology vendors, implementing vendor solutions, or managing outsourced P&C functions.
- Ability to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
Compensation and Perks
As part of the Alpha team, you will be rewarded with the following:
- Competitive salary with annual profit-sharing opportunity
- 401k matching
- 25 days of annual paid time off (accrued)
- Supplemented medical, dental and vision coverage
- Reimbursement for commuting, mobile phone, and home internet expenses
- North America team-wide training and retreats
- Sponsorship towards professional certifications / training supported with 5 days of paid training time
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At Alpha, diversity, equity and inclusion are critical to our success. Our priorities show a focus on fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace where individuals are treated fairly regardless of gender or background. We welcome applications from disabled people and are committed to making our recruitment process and workplace accessible and inclusive for everyone.
Interested in building your career at Alpha Financial Markets Consulting? Apply now.