2027 Banking Consultant [NY] at West Monroe

Launch your consulting journey with West Monroe West Monroe is seeking entry-level Consultants to join our Banking Practice. As consolidation, regulation, and technology continue to reshape the banking landscape, there are exciting opportunities to partner with clients on strategy, transformation, and delivery initiatives. As a Banking Consultant, you will work across business, technology, and management consulting engagements, gaining valuable exposure to multiple facets of the financial services industry. Primary Responsibilities Apply personal and corporate knowledge to tailor solutions and build partnerships, empowering clients to gain competitive advantage in their markets. Support business and technology executives to solve key challenges within the financial services industry early on in your career through research, analysis, collaboration, and problem solving. Gain exposure to one or more of the following segments: Commercial Banking Commercial lending and leasing operating model optimization, small business administration (SBA) lending, equipment finance, alternative business lending, agricultural lending, and farm credit Treasury management Risk, regulation, and compliance Mergers and acquisitions Retail Banking Branch optimization, payments processing management, merchant and card services, and loyalty programs Consumer lending and leasing, mortgage, and home equity Banking Technology and AI Enablement Technology, data, and platform modernization supporting digital transformation AI use case identification and implementation to improve banking processes and decision-making Wealth Management Client & Advisor Experience – Digital experiences, advisor enablement, and personalized engagement Business & technology transformation through operating model optimization Leverage AI tools to accelerate analysis, synthesize complex information, and support data-driven recommendations for clients, exercising sound judgment in evaluating outputs. Apply AI technologies (e.g., generative AI, automation tools, data models) to enhance insights, improve delivery efficiency, and elevate the quality of client outcomes. What You’ll Bring to the Team Sharp analytical thinking and an interest in solving complex problems Effective written and verbal communication skills A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working as part of a team Ability to stay organized and manage priorities in a dynamic environment Demonstrated leadership through academics, extracurricular activities, or prior work experience Curiosity about emerging technologies, including AI, and a passion for continuous learning and innovation Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in progress, with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and August 2027. Candidates must currently be on track to graduate within this window. Graduation date will be verified. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 Legally authorized to work in the United States without limitation or sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., OPT, H-1B visa, TN, etc.) Reside within 50 miles of your assigned office prior to your start date; our culture emphasizes team collaboration within a hybrid work model Ability and willingness to travel (up to 50%); travel expenses covered by West Monroe Experience integrating AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) into day-to-day workflows to enhance productivity and insight generation, coupled with strong critical thinking to assess accuracy, mitigate bias, and ensure high-quality outputs Preferred Qualifications Majors with a focus in: Business Administration Business Analytics Economics Finance Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and applying data to analyze business problems Interest in the financial services industry, including commercial banking, retail banking, and banking technologies such as leading Fintech companies and traditional core technology providers Join our team and make a lasting impact!