Oliver Wyman -Energy & Natural Resources – Associate - Houston

Oliver Wyman Group•Houston, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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. As an Associate, you will 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.

Requirements

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 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.
Creativity and the ability to come up with novel ideas to solve clients’ biggest problems.
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 the team.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates with: 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.
We have a strong preference for candidates to be based in our Houston office; candidates not currently located in Houston should be willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

Break down complex problems into discrete tasks, identifying the key aspects of a problem and directing the focus of junior consultants to those elements.
Effectively plan and execute analysis.
Identify the core issues in complex analyses in order to be able 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.