---
title: 'Managing Principal (Director)  - Finance Transformation at Capco'
canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/managing-principal-director-finance-transformation-capco-london-0p7fwzw4np8p'
type: 'job'
last_seen: '2026-09-14'
---

# Managing Principal (Director)  - Finance Transformation at Capco

- **Company:** Capco
- **Location:** London, United Kingdom
- **Posted:** 2026-09-11
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/capco/jobs/8174146

## Job description

Managing Principal – Finance Transformation

Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Finance, Risk, Regulatory & Financial Crime | Type: Permanent

Empower financial leadership through strategic transformation

## The Role

Capco is seeking an experienced Managing Principal to lead our Finance Transformation capability within the FRRF practice. You will work with CFOs, Treasurers, and senior finance leaders across Tier 1 institutions to deliver large-scale transformation programmes that enhance the value of finance and treasury functions. This leadership role combines strategic oversight, client relationship management, and business development, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative finance solutions that drive measurable impact.

## What You’ll Do

- Lead end-to-end finance transformation programmes spanning finance IT, operating model design, and process optimisation
- Shape strategic initiatives for CFOs and executive stakeholders, improving controls, efficiency, and financial insight (e.g. ICAAP, ILAAP, RRP)
- Oversee regulatory transformation programmes (e.g. Basel, IFRS, PRA), ensuring compliance and operational effectiveness
- Partner with technology and data teams to embed automation, cloud, and digital capabilities into finance functions
- Drive business growth through client development, leadership of delivery teams, and thought leadership

## What We’re Looking For

- Proven leadership in delivering complex finance transformation initiatives within consulting or financial services
- Deep understanding of finance operating models, controls, accounting processes, and regulatory change
- Strong commercial awareness with experience in business development and client relationship management
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and support collaborative, high-performing environments
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with credibility at executive level

Bonus Points For

- Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Experience leading regulatory change initiatives (Basel, IFRS, PRA, Solvency II, EBA)
- Expertise in digital and automation tools (RPA, Gen AI, cloud) for finance transformation
- Background in consulting with experience supporting growth and capability development
- Strong project governance, risk management, and client delivery experience

## 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:

- Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
- Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.
- Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
- Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
- Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually plus a dedicated Business Coach from Day One.

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 and brand-aligned job postings that accurately reflect role requirements, and AI-scheduling applications to improve the efficiency of interview coordination.

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

## Why This Role Is Open

We are currently hiring for this role due to an existing or newly created vacancy within our organization. This position is open as part of our ongoing business needs, and we are actively reviewing applications to fill this role with a qualified candidate who can make an immediate impact.

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.

## #LI-KA1

## About Capco

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Capco is a global management and technology consultancy specializing in the financial services and energy industries, known for its deep industry expertise and entrepreneurial culture.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Wholly owned subsidiary of Wipro Limited since 2021)
- **Headquarters**: London, England, United Kingdom
- **Founded**: 1998
- **Founders**: Rob Heyvaert

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Financial services (banking, payments, capital markets, wealth & asset management, insurance) and energy
- **Target customers**: Large enterprises in highly regulated sectors (B2B/Enterprise)
- **Mission/Purpose statement**: “Do something different by combining deep industry expertise, strong consulting fundamentals, real innovation, and a relentless focus on client impact.” [capco.com](https://www.capco.com/about-us)

## Products & Services
Capco delivers consulting services rather than standalone products. Major service areas include:

- **Banking & Payments**: Digital banking transformation, core modernization, payments advisory.
- **Capital Markets**: Technology and data transformation, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance.
- **Wealth & Asset Management**: Customer relationship enhancement, operational scalability, control environment strengthening.
- **Insurance**: M&A support, technology innovation, profitability improvement.
- **Energy**: Commodity trading and risk management, energy transition, utilities transformation.

All services are delivered as **management and technology consulting** engagements.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (acquired by Wipro in March 2021 for $1.45 billion) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/capco)
- **Key Metric (Private)**: Total headcount of ~5,930 (9.2% YoY growth); 670 active job postings [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/capco)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: **Wipro Limited** (parent company); earlier investor **Thomas Weisel Partners** (led $80M PE round in 2000)
- **Growth Signals**: +9.2% headcount growth year-over-year; +30.5% LinkedIn follower growth (530,600 followers); recruitment volume up 10.4% quarterly [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/capco)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep domain expertise** across financial services and energy – nearly three decades of focused experience.
- **Expert-led, AI‑infused** delivery model that embeds technology and AI into every engagement.
- **Strong brand and alumni network** (graduates of Capco work at UBS, Accenture, HSBC, etc.) – signals talent development and industry connections.
- **Low bureaucracy, entrepreneurial culture** – flat hierarchies encourage ownership and client impact.

## Strategic Focus
- Embedding AI and data as core enablers across all consulting work (“AI is not an add‑on – it is a core part of how we shape, build, and deliver value” [capco.com](https://www.capco.com/about-us)).
- Continuing to expand in energy consulting alongside core financial services.
- Driving measurable outcomes and lasting value for clients while maintaining a people‑first culture.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Be Yourself at Work” (#BYAW) is a foundational value promoting inclusion, authenticity, and belonging. Minimal hierarchy and entrepreneurial freedom are emphasized. [capco.com](https://www.capco.com/about-us/our-culture-and-values)
- **Learning & Development**: Structured programs from entry‑level Associate Talent Program (ATP) to experienced hire tracks; mentorship and hands‑on client exposure.
- **Wellbeing**: Wellbeing@Capco program integrated into culture; benefits designed to support work‑life balance. [capco.com](https://www.capco.com/about-us/our-culture-and-values)
- **Remote/Hybrid**: Not explicitly stated, but global offices in 43 countries suggest hybrid presence; role‑dependent.
- **Notable perks**: Global mobility opportunities, comprehensive benefits, flat structure allowing early responsibility.

## Sources
1. [capco.com](https://www.capco.com/) – Company overview
2. [capco.com - About Us](https://www.capco.com/about-us) – History, leadership, vision
3. [capco.com - Careers](https://www.capco.com/careers) – Culture, learning, benefits
4. [capco.com - Culture & Values](https://www.capco.com/about-us/our-culture-and-values) – ESG, #BYAW, wellbeing
5. [linkedin.com/company/capco](https://www.linkedin.com/company/capco) – Headcount, funding, acquisitions, recruitment data

## Other roles at Capco

- [Testing - Testing L2 (2.1-5 years)-29629-1](https://feeny.ai/job/testing-testing-l2-2-1-5-years-29629-1-capco-mumbai-z36pvsyz6km7) — Mumbai, India
- [Testing - Testing L4 (7.1-9 years)-29021-1](https://feeny.ai/job/testing-testing-l4-7-1-9-years-29021-1-capco-chennai-kwzk0z4am4zz) — Chennai, India
- [Functional Testing with Banking Domain - Functional Testing with Banking Domain L2 (2.1-5 years)-29297-1](https://feeny.ai/job/functional-testing-with-banking-domain-functional-testing-with-banking-domain-cxjaypw62wk1) — Mumbai, India
- [Functional Testing with Banking Domain - Functional Testing with Banking Domain L3 (5.1-7 years)- 29774-1](https://feeny.ai/job/functional-testing-with-banking-domain-functional-testing-with-banking-domain-78w58qhe8jkw) — Chennai, India
- [Functional Testing with Banking Domain - Functional Testing with Banking Domain L3 (5.1-7 years)](https://feeny.ai/job/functional-testing-with-banking-domain-functional-testing-with-banking-domain-7znamz7f8n0v) — Chennai, India
- [Data Analyst - Data Analyst  L3 (5.1-7 years)](https://feeny.ai/job/data-analyst-data-analyst-l3-5-1-7-years-capco-mumbai-bhxrfb8m2mbm) — Mumbai, India
- [Business Data Consultant - Qatar](https://feeny.ai/job/business-data-consultant-qatar-capco-middle-east-doha-qatar-n20jhw4vzkbx) — Middle East / Doha, Qatar
- [Project Manager – Data Management & Transformation](https://feeny.ai/job/project-manager-data-management-transformation-capco-kuala-lumpur-tj1pvf11hxm5) — Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- [Business Analyst - Retail Energy](https://feeny.ai/job/business-analyst-retail-energy-capco-united-states-dallas-tx-3jafm2x4mns0) — United States / Dallas, TX
- [Capital Markets Regulatory Change - Consultant/Senior Consultant](https://feeny.ai/job/capital-markets-regulatory-change-consultant-senior-consultant-capco-united-emm47fbjc7gg) — United States / Dallas, TX