Principal Consultant - Strategy (New York)

Overview

Principal Consultant – Strategy
Location: New York | Practice Area: Business Consulting | Type: Permanent

Define strategy. Shape organizations. Enable transformation through AI and innovation.

The Role
Capco’s Strategy practice is seeking a Principal Consultant to lead high-impact engagements across Business Strategy and Organizational Strategy. You will work closely with senior clients and cross-functional teams to define strategic direction, design operating models, and enable transformation powered by data and AI. This role combines delivery, business development, and practice building, offering the opportunity to influence client outcomes while contributing to the growth of Capco’s Strategy capability.

What You’ll Do

• Lead delivery of strategic engagements, including market entry strategies, operating models, and business transformation initiatives
• Manage project teams and oversee delivery quality to ensure alignment with client expectations
• Use AI-enabled tools to support diagnostics, benchmarking, and scenario modelling
• Partner with domain and solution experts across data, technology, risk, and AI to deliver integrated solutions
• Build client relationships, contribute to sales pursuits, and support practice development initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in financial services and/or consulting
• Proven experience delivering strategy and large-scale transformation programs
• Experience supporting business development, including shaping and closing opportunities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred

Bonus Points For

• Experience applying AI tools or models within strategy or transformation engagements
• Exposure to multiple financial services domains (Banking, Capital Markets, Insurance, Wealth & Asset Management)
• Experience developing thought leadership or strategic insights for clients
• Familiarity with organizational design, culture transformation, or operating model redesign
• Experience working in fast-paced, collaborative consulting environments

Why Join Capco

• Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
• Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
• Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
• Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
• Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave and dependent care support
• Tuition reimbursement and wellness programs
• Commuter benefits and employee discount programs

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Talent Acquisition

At Capco, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support and enhance several parts of talent acquisition. This includes using AI-enabled features within LinkedIn to help source potential candidates, speeding up routine recruitment communications such as emails, and creating compelling, brand-aligned job postings. AI is also used to support interview scheduling.

AI is used as a support tool only. All hiring decisions are made by talent acquisition and hiring teams.

Inclusion at Capco

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

US Pay Range

$146,000—$183,000 USD