Global Strategic Account Director, Financial Services

Switzerland, Zürich

Full-time

Senior

About the Role

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Microsoft's Financial Services organization is seeking an accomplished Global Strategic Account Director to lead one of our most important and strategic global client relationships. This role represents one of Microsoft's most consequential leadership opportunities within the Financial Services industry. The Global Strategic Account Director serves as Microsoft's lead business executive, accountable for the overall executive relationship, strategic partnership, and long-term business outcomes across the account.

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Requirements

Proven experience leading strategic global accounts, major transformation programs, or large business units within Financial Services.
Deep expertise in banking, wealth management, or capital markets, with comprehensive understanding of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and operating models.
An established executive network and recognized credibility within the Swiss Financial Services ecosystem.
Demonstrated ability to build trusted advisor relationships with Board-level and C-suite executives.
Proven track record of leading organizational transformation and business change at scale.
Deep understanding of AI, cloud, security, data, and platform transformation and their impact on business performance.
Demonstrated commercial acumen and experience managing complex multi-year strategic opportunities.
Deep technical credibility combined with business leadership capabilities.
Experience leading consulting, transformation, or professional services engagements.
Proven communication, storytelling, and executive influencing skills.
Fluency in English and German.
In-depth knowledge of the Swiss market and willingness to be closely connected to the customer’s leadership ecosystem in Zurich.

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