Oliver Wyman - Senior Research Analyst (Finance & Risk) - New York

Marsh & McLennan Companies • New York, NY

117d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Knowledge Team supports our firm by planning and execution of demanding research projects for diverse topics and industries, as well as the interpretation, evaluation, and preparation of results. We are currently seeking a Senior Research Analyst who will be focused on Finance & Risk with a focus on the banking sector. The Senior Research Analyst role will be embedded within Oliver Wyman's Financial Services Practice, requiring strong collaboration with Practice leaders and Senior practice-aligned consultants. The Finance & Risk researcher delivers sustained, transformative, and client-based impact, by seamlessly integrating industry expertise, deep-knowledge, and curiosity within the fast-paced changing-dynamics in the financial services sector. We are seeking someone who is a connected, creative, critical thinker, who digs deep and solves problems. As a Senior Research Analyst, you would be the motivated go-to researcher in the practice. You will have extensive research skills in a variety of FS research databases, as well as the ability to grasp and recommend new ones quickly when needed. You will provide comprehensive synthesis of your own knowledge, datasets, reports and insights, pointing out important and relevant 'so-what's' and alternatives when needed. You will execute analysis, sense-check and deliver results that are story-lined and client-ready. You will demonstrate a desire to grasp client impact, by asking impactful and relevant questions, and applying your deep-industry knowledge. Over time, you will build professional relationships with the practice heads, partners, and stakeholders, attending and presenting at monthly practice and client meetings, firm and practice events, and kick-offs. In time, you will provide active training and mentoring opportunities to more junior research colleagues and consultants, on various FS desktop resources. With your passion, career development & willingness to learn, you are encouraged to take advantage of our firm's learning and development curriculum for ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• 5 years + of prior related research experience as a financial services researcher or analyst at a management consultancy, bank, credit agency or research publisher
• Well versed on financial services trends, with a strong understanding of the competitive impacts on companies and sectors, the changing regulatory environment, and its effect
• Minimum BS/BA degree. CFA achievements are an advantage
• Strong project management skills
• Evidence of a collaborative approach in previous roles, with a highly developed service orientation
• Passion and willingness to learn
• Role covers a range of services but will focus on providing a proactive service that anticipates the needs of the practice
• Commitment & Engagement - Willing to go extra mile for our internal clients and colleagues, engagement for Knowledge team & OW social
• Inclusion - Act with integrity, support our team, and uphold our values.

Nice To Haves

• Experience testing/using AI tools to enhance research deliverables
• Knowledge of PowerBI beneficial

Responsibilities

• Scope and develop project research needs, conduct timely, accurate and cost-effective research based on focused needs
• Deliver compelling, well-synthesized research deliverables, created from multiple sources that glean key concepts and trends, providing credible insights to support the practice's business development or project requirements.
• Manage large data sets and conduct data analysis
• Take ownership and lead customized research products/services, including identifying opportunities for customized research products/services, sector/company fact-packs, benchmarks, trend analysis or support for our published reports
• Contribute to developing the story line or taking on responsibility for a module of research.
• Use OW's Artificial Intelligence (AI) products, to do research, story-line results, and enhance deliverables
• Demonstrate strong collaboration skills, including coaching junior research colleagues and continually collaborating with the global Knowledge Services team members, by sharing ideas and experiences
• Adhere to firm work standards and processes

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity for career growth and professional development
• Stimulating working environment that allows you to challenge your boundaries and have an impact on the success of our clients
• Firm culture that supports openness and recognizes the importance of work-life balance
• Supportive and collaborative department ensuring continuous learning of new skills

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree