Oliver Wyman - Trading Strategy & Risk - Energy - Associate

Marsh McLennan • Houston, TX

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Oliver Wyman is a global management consulting firm with offices in 60 cities across 29 countries. The Energy practice focuses on creating value for clients by bringing deep industry knowledge and advanced problem-solving capabilities to address strategic and operational challenges in the energy sector. This includes assisting clients with market opportunities, strategic planning, customer satisfaction, and operational optimization. The firm seeks experienced professionals who can drive lasting change and provide industry-specific expertise. Oliver Wyman fosters a diverse, entrepreneurial, and collegial 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.
• Strategic mindset and transformation credentials; experience shaping and leading change (operating models, risk frameworks, commercial strategy).
• Strong quantitative foundation (derivatives, risk measurement).
• 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 ability to come up with novel ideas to solve client problems.
• Aptitude for analytical work, including analyzing large datasets and identifying key issues in complex challenges.
• Existing US work authorization (firm requirement).

Nice To Haves

• Metals or ags experience a plus.
• Familiarity with how AI/ML is being applied in trading and risk is a plus.
• Houston strongly preferred. NYC/Chicago candidates considered if open to Houston travel or relocation.

Responsibilities

• Break down complex problems into discrete tasks.
• Identify the key aspects of a problem.
• Direct the focus of junior consultants.
• Plan and execute analysis.
• Identify 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 chosen subject areas.

Benefits

• Ability to take career breaks for personal or family reasons.
• Flexibility of working remotely and collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office.

What This Job Offers

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