--- title: 'Managing Principal -Project Program Portfolio Mgmt - Portfolio Manager at Capco' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/managing-principal-project-program-portfolio-mgmt-portfolio-manager-capco-india-ft194efz97j1' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-19' --- # Managing Principal -Project Program Portfolio Mgmt - Portfolio Manager at Capco - **Company:** Capco - **Location:** India - **Posted:** 2026-05-18 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-19 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/capco/jobs/7938845 ## Job description Managing Principal – Banking Transformation & Team Leadership (Chennai) ## Role Overview As a Managing Principal at Capco, you will be a senior leader responsible for driving client growth, leading complex transformation programmes, and shaping strategic direction across Tier 1 banking clients. You will combine deep domain expertise, delivery leadership, and commercial acumen to deliver measurable business outcomes. This role will play a critical leadership role in expanding Capco's footprint in India, working closely with APAC leadership to deliver large-scale banking transformation programmes and build sustainable, high-performing teams. Experience in workforce transformation and operating model optimisation would be advantageous. ## Key Responsibilities Client Leadership & Growth - Build and manage C-level relationships across banking clients (WRB, Corporate, Operations, Technology). - Support origination and closing large transformation deals (primarily in Operations & Technology). - Define and lead account growth strategy, including pipeline development and GTM propositions. - Act as a trusted advisor on banking transformation, operational excellence, and workforce strategy. Programme & Delivery Leadership - Lead complex, multi-year transformation programmes across operations & technology. - Drive design and implementation of target operating models, including process, technology, and workforce. - Ensure delivery excellence through strong governance, risk management, and KPI tracking. - Mobilise cross-functional teams (onshore/offshore) to deliver outcomes at scale. People & Practice Leadership - Build and scale high-performing consulting teams in Chennai and broader India. - Own capability development and workforce planning and support hiring aligned to growth ambitions. - Mentor team and lead capability build across key areas (programme delivery, workforce management, operations). Commercial & Business Management - Drive revenue growth, utilisation, and margin improvement. - Write SoWs / manage changes to SoWs as required and manage onboarding for the team. - Ensure strong financial governance across engagements (pricing, cost management, delivery efficiency). Workforce & Operating Model Transformation (Desirable Experience) Candidates with experience in workforce transformation, workforce management, capacity planning, or operating model optimisation may have opportunities to support related client initiatives. - Exposure to enterprise workforce forecasting and capacity planning frameworks. - Experience supporting workforce transformation and operating model initiatives. - Understanding of workforce management processes, governance, and tooling. - Ability to leverage workforce and operational data to inform decision-making. - Exposure to workforce supply-demand planning, resource optimisation, and capacity management. - Experience presenting workforce insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders. ## Experience & Qualifications - 15+ years of consulting experience in financial services (banking). - Proven senior leadership experience (Director / Managing Principal). - Strong experience in large-scale transformation programmes (Ops, Tech, Data). Domain Expertise - Deep expertise in banking Transformation, Operations or Technology. - Experience in Target Operating Model design and implementation. - Strong understanding of workforce transformation, automation and AI impact. - The ideal candidate would also have experience / exposure in Workforce / Capacity Management. India / APAC Expectations - Experience working across global delivery models including India hubs. - Strong network within Indian banking ecosystem or GCC environment. - Experience building and scaling teams in India. Leadership & Personal Attributes - Strong executive presence and stakeholder influence. - Commercial mindset balancing growth and delivery. - Strategic thinker with execution focus. - Collaborative leadership across geographies. - Passion for developing high-performing teams. Success Measures - Delivery quality and client satisfaction. - Practice capability build and team growth. - Successful delivery of transformation outcomes, including operational efficiency, productivity improvement, and organisational effectiveness where applicable. - Revenue growth and margin management. ## 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. 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