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Role SummaryWe are hiring a Director – BFSI Transformation Advisory to lead client-facing transformation engagements for banking and financial services organizations.This role is focused on:Driving real transformation decisions (not just strategy decks)Leading CXO-level advisory and workshopsTranslating SPARK Plus insights into actionable execution roadmapsYou will work at the intersection of:Banking domain realityTransformation executionTechnology decision-makingWhat This Role Is Accountable ForWithin the first 6–12 months, you should:Lead multiple CXO advisory engagements (inquiry calls, workshops)Convert diagnostics → transformation roadmapsInfluence vendor and platform decisionsBuild strong credibility with:CIOs / CTOsHeads of Payments / Digital / TransformationContribute to advisory revenue growthCore Responsibilities1. Lead Transformation Advisory (Primary Responsibility)Conduct CXO-level inquiry callsLead structured transformation workshopsGuide clients on: Core banking / payments modernization Platform and vendor selection Transformation sequencing and prioritization2. Translate Strategy into ExecutionConvert:SPARK Plus insights → decision frameworksDiagnostics → actionable transformation roadmapEnsure recommendations are:PracticalImplementableContext-aware (budget, org constraints, legacy systems)3. Bring Real-World Transformation PerspectiveIdentify:Where transformation programs failWhat actually works in banking environmentsChallenge clients with:Clear trade-offsExecution risksDecision clarity4. Work Closely with Internal ExpertsCollaborate with:Principal Architect → technical design & architectureBFSI Practice Head → market and category directionCompliance / Ops experts → risk & operations layerEnsure end-to-end advisory coherence5. Drive Advisory MonetizationConvert high-value discussions into:Paid advisory engagementsWorkshopsOngoing transformation supportSupport deal closure through credibility and depth6. Shape Transformation Frameworks (ETF Integration)Contribute to:Diagnostic modelsTransformation playbooksDecision frameworks within SPARK PlusContinuously refine based on client engagement learningsIdeal Candidate ProfileExperience20+ years in BFSI (Banking / Payments / Financial Services)Must have led or owned large transformation programsRelevant Background (any one)Banking / Financial InstitutionProgram Director / Transformation LeadHead of Core Banking / Payments / Digital TransformationConsulting (Big4 / Tier-1 / Specialist Firms)Director / Senior Manager leading BFSI transformation engagementsTechnology / Platform VendorsSenior delivery or transformation leader with client-facing exposureMust-Have Capabilities1. Proven Transformation OwnershipDirect involvement in:Platform modernization (CBS, payments, lending, etc.)Vendor selection and implementationMulti-year transformation programs2. Strong Decision-Making UnderstandingDeep understanding of:How banks evaluate and select technologyBudgeting and approval cyclesInternal stakeholder dynamics3. CXO Engagement AbilityCan confidently engage:CIOs / CTOs / Heads of Payments / DigitalAble to:Structure conversationsDrive clarityPush toward decisions4. Domain Depth (at least one strong area)Core banking systemsPayments / transaction bankingLending platforms / digital bankingKeywords: BFSI Transformation; Banking Transformation; Payments Transformation; Core Banking Modernization; Transformation Advisory; Technology Transformation (BFSI); Core Banking Modernization; Digital Banking Platforms; Vendor Selection & Implementation; CXO Advisory; CIO Advisory