Oliver Wyman - Trading Strategy & Risk - Energy - Associate

Marsh McLennan • Houston, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting with offices in 60 cities across 29 countries. The firm combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organization transformation. Oliver Wyman's Energy practice distinguishes itself by the value it creates for clients, bringing deep industry knowledge and state-of-the-art problem-solving capabilities tailored to the needs of utilities and energy companies. The firm helps clients 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. Experienced professionals at Oliver Wyman are expected to bring industry- and discipline-specific knowledge and expertise to shape the future for clients. The firm fosters a diverse, entrepreneurial, non-competitive partnership environment.

Requirements

• At least 4-6 years of relevant consulting or industry experience in energy-related sectors.
• Demonstrated, hands-on experience in asset-intensive or operational environments.
• Ability to work across multiple segments of the energy value chain.
• Depth in energy & commodities — oil, gas/LNG, power; metals or ags a plus.
• Strategic mindset and transformation credentials: experience shaping and leading change (operating models, risk frameworks, commercial strategy), not technical specialization.
• Strong quantitative foundation (derivatives, risk measurement) without needing to be a pure quant.
• Executive presence and client-facing potential.
• Strong background in strategic problem solving with demonstrable analytical skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in both formal and informal settings.
• Ability to take initiative, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills and apply existing ones.
• Creativity and the ability to come up with novel ideas to solve clients' problems.
• Aptitude for analytical work, including analyzing large datasets or complex challenges.
• Existing US work authorization (firm requirement).

Nice To Haves

• ETRM/CTRM implementation expertise is not in focus.
• Familiarity with how AI/ML is being applied in trading and risk is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Break down complex problems into discrete tasks, identifying key aspects and directing the focus of junior consultants.
• Effectively plan and execute analysis, identifying core issues in complex analyses to craft suitable recommendations.
• Work side by side with clients and project team members to move projects forward.
• Manage small teams to get the work done.
• Provide unique insight into the chosen subject area.

Benefits

• Ability to take career breaks for personal or family reasons.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility of working remotely and in-office collaboration.
• Commitment to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed