Business Process Consultant

For a bank I'm recruiting for an strategic and hands-on interim Business Process Consultant with business process analysis experience.
For a bank I’m recruiting for an strategic and hands-on interim Business Process Consultant with a strong foundation in business process analysis and a proven ability to engage stakeholders, drive change, and deliver measurable improvements. This role requires a unique blend of analytical rigor, consultancy mindset, and interpersonal finesse to navigate complex business environments, particularly within investment banking or financial services.
_Business Process Analysis & Advisory_

• Conduct in-depth assessments of current business processes to identify inefficiencies, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Translate business challenges into actionable process solutions, backed by stakeholder input.
• Provide expert advice on process optimization, automation, and governance.

• Design and document end-to-end business processes using BPMN standards.
• Create clear and effective process diagrams using tools such as Visio, Cawemo, or similar.
• Redesign processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and compliance with the bank’s standards.
• Recommend and implement innovative solutions that align with strategic business goals.

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and working sessions to gather insights and co-create solutions.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring alignment and buy-in throughout the process lifecycle.

• Define and implement governance frameworks to ensure process ownership, accountability, and compliance.
• Develop supporting documentation such as RA(S)CI matrices, policies, and control mechanisms.
• Support change management efforts to embed new ways of working and ensure sustainable adoption.

• Lead and support the implementation of process improvements, working closely with operational and technical teams.
• Monitor outcomes and provide continuous support to ensure long-term success.

• Strong proficiency in BPMN and process modeling tools (e.g., Cawemo, Visio, or similar).
• Solid understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.

• Proven experience in a consulting or advisory role, ideally within financial services or investment banking and a focus on (Lean) process improvement.
• Strong facilitation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to influence and drive changes across diverse teams and organizational levels.

• An analytical thinker with a pragmatic, results-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and a hands-on attitude.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Certifications in BPMN, Lean, Six Sigma, or project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are a plus.

• Hybrid: 50% office-based, 50% remote.

• 6 months + potential extension