Proven experience supporting Clearwater Analytics (CWAN) implementations within asset management, insurance, or financial services
Strong background in client-facing implementation or transformation roles
Experience leading workstreams or full project delivery (Manager/Senior Manager level)
Candidates with an accounting or investment accounting background are strongly preferred
Technical & Functional Knowledge
Strong understanding of investment instruments including fixed income, equities, and derivatives
Solid knowledge of investment accounting principles (e.g. IFRS, GAAP)
Experience with IBOR/ABOR models and investment data flows
Familiarity with SaaS platforms, data migration, and system integrations
Working knowledge of SQL or data analysis tools is advantageous
Core Skills
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail with a focus on delivery quality
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.
Disclaimer
Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.
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Additional Information
Job Title: CWAN Implementation Consultant/BA (Accounting & Derivatives)
Location: London (hybrid - 2x days per week on-site)
Salary/Rate: £540-640 per day inside IR35
Start Date: June
Job Type: Initial 3 month contract
Company Introduction
We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled CWAN Implementation Consultant/BA to join their team in London on a hybrid basis.
Job Responsibilities/Objectives
You will play a key role in supporting and delivering end-to-end implementations of the Clearwater platform (including IBOR and ABOR components), helping clients transform their investment operations across accounting, compliance, and reporting.
This is a client-facing role requiring strong functional expertise, delivery leadership, and the ability to operate as a subject matter expert across complex transformation programmes.
We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong accounting background and a solid understanding of investment products, including derivatives.
Implementation & Delivery
Support end-to-end implementation of the Clearwater Analytics platform for asset managers, insurers, and financial services clients
Define project scope, delivery plans, and execution strategies to ensure successful client outcomes and ?go-live?
Oversee system configuration including funds, instruments, brokers, and general ledger structures
Support data migration, validation, and integration with third-party systems
Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing relationships and expectations throughout the project lifecycle
Facilitate workshops, requirements gathering sessions, and regular status updates with senior stakeholders
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across business, operations, and technology
Process Design & Optimisation
Align client operating models and workflows with Clearwater platform capabilities
Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimisation across investment operations
Provide best practice guidance on system usage, controls, and governance
Risk & Governance
Identify, track, and escalate risks, issues, and dependencies to senior stakeholders
Ensure robust documentation, audit trails, and compliance with regulatory requirements
Support programme governance and contribute to delivery oversight where required
Required Skills/Experience
The ideal candidate will have the following:
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