Junior Consultant Strategy Execution & Implementation

At a glance

Would you like to turn strategy into measurable, lasting change at ABN AMRO? Strategy Execution & Implementation (SE&I) is our Centre of Expertise for Change. As Junior consultant (Hay 8) you will contribute to strategic change projects across the bank. At the same time, you will develop your consulting skills through hands-on assignments, coaching and continuous learning. Together, we make strategy work.

Your job

As a Junior Consultant, you take responsibility for clearly defined work packages. Experienced colleagues will guide you, while giving you room to grow. You use structured analysis, project management skills and stakeholder communication to deliver high-quality results.

What you will do

• Prepare clear analyses, presentations, reports and workshop materials.


• Analyse project information and turn findings into practical insights.


• Ask critical questions and constructively challenge existing ways of working.


• Deliver agreed work packages on time and to the required quality.


• Help prepare and facilitate project sessions, and record decisions and actions.


• Communicate professionally with stakeholders.


• Support project planning, progress tracking and documentation.


• Support process improvements and digital change initiatives by translating project needs into practical solutions.


• Ask for feedback, apply what you learn and contribute to the Consultancy Pool and wider SE&I community.

Working environment

You will join the Consultancy Pool within SE&I: ABN AMRO’s change force and a central foundation for executing complex change. SE&I consists of 5 Expertise consulting teams, Change Excellence, and the Consultancy Pool. Consultants are deployed flexibly across strategic and high-priority change assignments throughout the bank. We combine broad knowledge of ABN AMRO with strong execution skills, helping teams challenge ideas, accelerate progress and embed change that delivers measurable, lasting impact while reducing reliance on external consultancy.

We help you become an all-round consultant through training, project coaching, feedback and collaboration with SE&I expertise teams. You will work in a safe, inclusive environment where you can grow and be yourself. Your home base is Amsterdam. Hybrid working is possible, depending on your assignment and team agreements.

Your profile

You are curious, analytical and eager to learn. You take initiative, communicate clearly and enjoy working with others. You welcome feedback and take responsibility for the quality of your work.

You also bring:

• A university-level education or equivalent level of working and thinking.


• Up to two years of relevant work experience, including experience gained in an entry-level role, internship, traineeship or project environment.


• The ability to carry out analyses and summarise findings, with guidance when needed.


• Working knowledge of PowerPoint and Excel, including tables, formulas and pivot tables.


• The ability to plan your own work and meet deadlines.


• Some experience supporting workshops or group sessions.


• Practical experience using approved generative AI tools to draft, summarise, structure information or explore ideas, while validating outputs and protecting sensitive data in line with ABN AMRO policies.


• Proactivity and a focus on problem solving.


• Professional proficiency in English; Dutch is a strong advantage.


• An interest in consultancy, project management and organisational change.

We are offering

You will build your consultancy career through meaningful assignments across ABN AMRO. Experienced colleagues will support your development along the way.

In addition, we offer:

• An attractive gross monthly salary based on a 36-hour work week, including holiday allowanceand a flexible benefit budget.


• An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future.


• Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you.


• Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually.


• Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work.


• Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000.


• An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use.

You can find more information about our employment conditions and salary scales in our Collective Labour Agreement (CLA), which applies to this vacancy.

Interested?

Ready to make strategy work and grow into an all-round consultant? Send us your CV and a brief motivation explaining why the Consultancy Pool appeals to you and the impact you want to make at ABN AMRO. For more information concerning this vacancy you can contact us via: [email protected]. 

Your Future: Inclusive, Innovative, Sustainable

At ABN AMRO, we believe in "Banking for better, for generations to come." Equal opportunities for everyone are a crucial foundation, as we strive for an inclusive culture where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision of being a personal bank in the digital age aligns perfectly with the demand for surprising insights and innovative solutions, born from a diverse interplay of cultures and experiences. We focus on customer experience, sustainability, and building a future-proof bank, conducting annual reviews to ensure equal pay for equal work. Join a bank that embraces ingenuity and ambition, and make an impact with us for a better future.

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Use of AI in our application process

You’re welcome to use AI to help write your CV or cover letter, as long as it reflects your own story.
We review every application personally and without AI.
During interviews, real time AI tools may not be used. With your permission, interviews can be recorded and supported by AI. This helps us keep the process fair, careful, and transparent.