Banking Functional Consultant

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SAP Fioneer builds on a heritage of outstanding technology and a deep understanding of corporate and consumer demands. This gives us a head start to bring financial services to the next level with innovative software solutions and platforms. We are helping companies in the financial services industry to achieve speed, scalability, and cost-efficiency through digital business innovation, cloud technology, and solutions that cover banking and insurance processes end-to-end.

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Your Role:

The SAP Fioneer Banking Functional Consultant will play a leading role in the SAP functional team within the Banking Business Unit. Many of our customers are installing or upgrading to the latest version of our software platform. There is a large demand for people who can help us work with our clients in converting their software to the latest version of the platform and at the same time identify and realise value adding business opportunities together with our clients.

You will be responsible for both sales and delivery of SAP Fioneer banking related projects. This includes sales and pre-sales activities of opportunity identification, pre-sales presentation and proposal writing and submission. You will be responsible for the quality of client interaction including thought leadership and guidance on industry best practice, while also playing a key role in the delivery and implementation of the required functional solution. You will follow project standards within established timeframes and at defined quality levels, and ensure projects are completed according to schedule and client specifications. This position is client-facing and requires travel to the client site as the project warrants.

Requirements:
Your deliverables as a SAP Fioneer Banking Functional Consultant will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead business process modelling, fit–gap analysis, and functional solution design for SAP Fioneer Banking implementations.
• Own the functional testing strategy, including SIT support, UAT planning, execution, and business sign‑off.
• Maintain a strong understanding of emerging AI trends and apply AI‑driven techniques to enhance analysis, automation, and delivery efficiency within SAP Fioneer Banking implementations.

• Providing SAP Fioneer Banking functional expertise to internal and external stakeholders

• Participate in the development and implementation of the SAP Fioneer team strategy

• Work with clients and our team on upgrading and converting our software platforms to the latest release of our software (TRBK on S/4 Hana)

• Training and mentorship of junior resources

• Maintain, enhance, and broaden knowledge and skills of SAP Fioneer Banking applications, industry best practices and developments

• Interact with clients to provide them insights and possibilities to help shape and craft their transformation journeys, with specific focus on the SAP Fioneer functional capabilities

• Interact with clients, consultatively, to determine project requirements and needs analysis

• Present the Banking capabilities and specific solution required to the client, with specific focus on the functional capabilities of the SAP Fioneer Banking software

• Assist in the preparation of proposals for clients in accordance with pre-defined standards and procedures

• Establish and/or assist client with controls based on client’s business practices and processes; recommend best practices; review setup with clients and gain client acceptance

• Use subject matter knowledge to advise the client on the most suitable options, including when to make use of standard capabilities or when customisation is required

• Assess and report risks during project and participate in the development and implementation of mitigation plans

• Communicate project scope, status, and risks to all stakeholders

• Record accurate and timely accounting of time spent on project related activities

• Follow established project, departmental, company procedures and quality standards

• Follow established project management standards

• Provide activities related to the management of assigned implementation projects to bring the project to a timely close and transition the client appropriately

• Complete post-implementation tasks in a timely manner

• Update internal documentation as applicable

• Bachelor or master’s degree in IT, computer science, technology, engineering or related field

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the banking domain, including specific experience in the SAP Fioneer Banking software suite

• Proven industry relevant track record of in-depth knowledge of SAP Fioneer functional capabilities, implementations, associated standards, practices and regulations

• Client facing service experience required. Engagement across stakeholders and ability to run information gathering and sharing sessions

• Experience with various project management disciplines preferred

• Experience with Core Banking Transformation programs at various levels

SKILLS

• SAP Fioneer Banking functional project experience, including but not limited to implementation, platform upgrades, legacy migrations and data migration

• A working knowledge of domestic and international banking domains

• Solid Business Writing Skills (business cases, proposals)

• Solid Presentation and Facilitation Skills

• System Development Life Cycle (Waterfall, Agile)

• Quality Assurance and Risk Management

• Innovative thinker

Advantageous Experience and Skills:

• Banking practical experience and understanding of domain processes and KPIs

• Experience with Banking domain software platforms and vendors

• Exposure to core transformation journeys at a variety of levels (management, design, implementation)

• Exposure to cloud-based technologies and solutions within the banking domain and associated transformation/migration programs

Benefits:
Our company prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package. We provide medical insurance coverage extended to dependents (parents and parent-in-laws) and wellness cover, which is completely borne by the company which reflects our commitment to family well-being.

At Fioneer we prioritize the employees mental and emotional wellbeing through the employee assistance program. We understand that you might need time off, which is why we have 21 days of paid leave and 12 days of sick leave to help support your personal commitments. Embracing a hybrid work model, we provide meal allowance and internet reimbursement to ensure flexibility, promoting increased productivity and a healthy work-life balance contributing to a positive and fulfilling work environment. At Fioneer, we are a huge family, and we would like to celebrate important moments with you by providing celebration rewards.

Join us for a rewarding career where your needs are not just met but exceeded