Managing Director - Head of Consulting Financial Services Liechtenstein

About the job

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader to establish and grow our Financial Services practice in Liechtenstein. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our business in the region, leveraging EY’s global resources and your local market expertise to drive significant growth and impact.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Cultivate and expand client relationships within the Liechtenstein market, leveraging your business development skills and an established network of contacts.

• Drive growth by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in alignment with our strategic objectives.

• Lead market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities and competitive dynamic within the financial services sector in Liechtenstein.

• Represent EY at industry events, conferences and forums to enhance out market presence and brand recognition/ awareness.

• Develop and implement a strategic and long-term business plan for the region, aligning with EY’s overall vision and goals.

• Manage financial- and team performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring the profitability and sustainability of the office.

• Oversee the shaping, selling, and delivery of a wide range of projects, including:
• Business and Digital Transformation initiatives that drive client success in a rapidly evolving landscape.
• Compliance, Risk, and Tax projects that ensure our clients meet all regulatory requirements and optimize their operations.
• Projects triggered by local Liechtenstein and EU regulations, ensuring that clients are well-prepared to navigate complex regulatory mandates.

• Ensure the highest quality of service delivery and client satisfaction.

• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering an entrepreneurial culture that encourages innovation and proactive business development practices.

• Set clear goals and provide ongoing support, coaching and mentoring to team members to help them achieve their full potential.

• Collaborate with the broader Swiss FSO team in other offices to leverage synergies and share best practices.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• An entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of building a personal book of business and leading teams to exceed performance targets.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a strong client network, with a focus on the Liechtenstein market.

• Proven experience in developing and executing strategic business plans.

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide teams through challenging projects and towards sustainable growth.

• Proven experience shaping, selling, and delivering projects, particularly in the areas of business and digital transformation, compliance, risk management, and taxation.

• Strategic thinker with a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving and the ability to navigate ambiguity in a dynamic business environment.

• Deep understanding of local Liechtenstein and EU regulatory environments, with the ability to translate regulatory mandates into actional business strategies for clients.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to build rapport with clients and stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to drive consensus and achieve business objectives.

What We Offer

EY Switzerland offers you to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with colleagues coming from all over the world. You will work with and learn from experienced professionals and continuously develop yourself as we invest an important share of our annual turnover in the personal development and trainings of our employees.

Have we sparked your interest?

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for financial services and a deep understanding of the Liechtenstein market, we invite you to apply for this very exciting opportunity and have further conversations with us to build your future!

For more information, please contact our recruitment team (Write an email / +41 58 286 33 66).

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