Dr. Hendrik Lemelson

Driver of Growth & Risk‑Resilient Transformation in Financial Services - sometimes also Firefighter, Sheriff, Nurse and Priest

Alsbach-Hähnlein, Hesse, Germany

About

Strong financial‑services executive with a track record of leading complex, multi‑market transformations across banking, wealth management, and fintech. With a background spanning strategy consulting, product leadership, and operational execution, I specialize in turning large‑scale strategic ambitions into measurable business outcomes. Over the past 15+ years, I have driven enterprise‑wide change programs to modernize operating models, accelerate digital adoption, and unlock new revenue opportunities. My work includes driving transformation initiatives for Tier‑1 banks, shaping product and technology strategy for global financial‑services providers, and steering cross‑functional teams through high‑stakes delivery environments. I bring a rare combination of strategic clarity, analytical depth, and hands‑on leadership — enabling organizations to execute with speed while maintaining regulatory and operational rigor. I am known for bridging business and technology, aligning senior stakeholders around a shared vision, and building high‑performing teams that deliver sustainable impact. Whether optimizing cost structures, scaling digital platforms, or reshaping customer journeys, I focus on measurable outcomes that strengthen competitiveness and long‑term enterprise value. I am looking to bring this experience to a C‑level role — particularly in banking, wealth management, or private‑equity‑backed financial‑services organizations — where strategic transformation, operational excellence, and disciplined execution are central to the mandate.

Experience

  • Avaloq (Full-time · 7 yrs 5 mos)
    • Global Head of Banking Operations, Avaloq Group AG
      Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

    • Managing Director (Geschäftsführer), Avaloq Sourcing (Europe) GmbH
      Jun 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 1 mo

    • Market Head Germany, Avaloq Group AG
      May 2024 - Mar 2026 · 1 yr 11 mos

  • Consultant at Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
    Mar 2017 - Feb 2019 · 2 yrs

  • Manager IT Advisory at BearingPoint
    Oct 2014 - Feb 2017 · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • SapientNitro (Zürich)
    • Senior Associate Technology
      Oct 2012 - Aug 2014 · 1 yr 11 mos

    • Associate Technology
      Nov 2011 - Oct 2012 · 1 yr

  • Research and Teaching Assistant at University of Mannheim
    Dec 2006 - Oct 2011 · 4 yrs 11 mos