Oliver Wyman -Energy & Natural Resources - Associate - Houston

Company Oliver Wyman Description

WHO WE ARE

Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in more than 70 cities across 30 countries, Oliver Wyman combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organization transformation. The firm has more than 6,000 professionals around the world who work with clients to optimize their business, improve their operations and risk profile, and accelerate their organizational performance to seize the most attractive opportunities. Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC). Visit Follow Oliver Wyman on Twitter @OliverWyman. Energy & Natural Resources Overview Oliver Wyman’s Energy practice distinguishes itself by the value it creates for clients. We bring deep industry knowledge and state‑of‑the‑art problem‑solving capabilities and tools tailored to the needs of our clients. Oliver Wyman helps utilities and energy companies address strategic and operational challenges through proven, results‑oriented approaches: we assist our clients to examine and pursue new market, product / service and acquisition opportunities; develop strategies and plans to address market shifts and regulatory challenges; increase customer satisfaction, loyalty and earnings; and optimize operations and organizational effectiveness. We have completed hundreds of engagements for leading electric and gas utilities, chemical and oil and gas clients, as well as broader energy and industrial companies, across North America, Europe and the Middle East, creating sustainable shareholder value.

THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Experienced professionals bring us the know‑how to make lasting change for our clients and our company. We are not typical ‘management’ consultants. We provide industry‑ and discipline‑specific knowledge and expertise, which amplifies our impact and helps us shape the future for our clients. Oliver Wyman is a diverse, entrepreneurial, non‑competitive partnership of individuals who like to pursue new opportunities or build a unique franchise doing what they do best in a collegial, fun environment. ASSOCIATE break down complex problems into discrete tasks, identifying the key aspects of a problem and directing the focus of junior consultants to those elements. You will effectively plan and execute analysis as well as identify the core issues in complex analyses in order to be able to craft suitable recommendations. You’ll work side by side with clients and your project team members to move projects forward and manage small teams to get the work done. Clients and colleagues look to Associates for unique insight into the subject area which they have chosen.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

At least 4-6 years of relevant consulting or industry experience in energy‑related sectors, with demonstrated, hands‑on experience in asset‑intensive or operational environments and the ability to work across multiple segments of the energy value chain. Strong preference for candidates to be based in our Houston office; candidates not currently located in Houston should be willing to relocate. A strong background in strategic problem solving with demonstrable analytical skills. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in both formal and informal settings. An undergraduate or advanced degree from a top academic program. Willingness to travel. Know how to take the initiative, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills and put the ones you’ve already got to good use. Not just intelligence, but creativity too: you’ll be ready to come up with novel ideas to solve our clients’ biggest problems. Have an aptitude for analytical work, like sniffing out clues in massive data sets or hunting down the key issues in a hugely complex challenge. A willingness to work fluidly and respectfully with our incredibly talented team.

OUR VALUES & CULTURE

Self starters and free thinkers who work well in a team We are individuals who are self‑starting, motivated, energetic, entrepreneurial about what we do. Common aspiration, collective endeavour, shared success We have the common aspiration to have an impact, leave a legacy and change the world. We have no interest in running a steady‑state business. We want to build, grow and shape the environment around us. Straightforward, open, respectful interaction We value an environment where every member of Oliver Wyman is encouraged and expected to voice his or her opinion. Opportunity without artificial barriers We value merit and believe that to create a true meritocracy we need to remove artificial barriers to opportunity. Balanced lives We value people whose lives balance work and non‑work activities because we believe they are both more interesting colleagues and are able to make better contributions to the Firm. We push ourselves hard to deliver excellence, but we also work to extract the maximum benefit from the flexibility of a project‑based business. We provide the ability to take career breaks for personal or family reasons. We fundamentally value each other’s time, and are sensitive to how it is used. We are an output‑not‑input based culture, have respect for people’s personal decisions, and believe that one’s workload must be sustainable. We seek balance for ourselves and our colleagues. Marsh McLennan and its Affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity employers. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs. Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io. Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co