Oliver Wyman - Private Capital/Aerospace & Defense – Engagement Manager

Marsh McLennan•Boston, WA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Oliver Wyman’s Private Equity team in North America is hiring consultants to support its growth. The team works with private equity investors throughout the deal transaction lifecycle, from opportunity identification and due diligence through post-transaction value realization. It uses a multi-specialist approach, combining industry and functional expertise, proprietary approaches, and a global network to help clients achieve differentiated results and sustainable shareholder value. The Engagement Manager will work with private equity clients, with a focus on Aerospace & Defense, particularly commercial aerospace. The role is suited to experienced professionals with relevant industry or consulting experience who can bring specialized knowledge, analytical and strategic problem-solving skills, and customer research expertise. Oliver Wyman describes its environment as entrepreneurial, collegial, and collaborative, with opportunities for professional growth and participation in entrepreneurial work. The position is available in Boston, Washington, DC, New York, or Chicago. Marsh follows a hybrid work model: colleagues are expected to work in their local office or onsite with clients at least three days per week, and office-based teams designate at least one weekly anchor day for in-person collaboration.

Requirements

Professional working experience with exposure to commercial and operational due diligence in a management consulting firm.
Experience working across or within industries in Private Equity.
Knowledge and in-depth experience with customer research techniques such as interviews, surveys, and focus groups.
Strong background in strategic problem solving and demonstrable analytical skills.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in formal and informal settings.
Fluency in English.
An undergraduate or advanced degree from a strong academic program.
Initiative and willingness to learn new skills and apply existing skills.
Creativity and ability to develop novel ideas for client problems.
Willingness to work fluidly and respectfully with colleagues.

Responsibilities

Support private equity investors throughout the deal transaction lifecycle, from opportunity identification through due diligence and post-transaction value realization.
Provide industry- and discipline-specific expertise to private equity clients, with a focus on Aerospace & Defense and commercial aerospace.
Apply customer research techniques, including interviews, surveys, and focus groups.
Use strategic problem-solving and analytical skills to address complex client challenges.
Contribute to an entrepreneurial, collaborative team and pursue opportunities to learn and apply new skills.