Oliver Wyman – Associate – Private Capital – Dubai

WHO WE ARE

Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in 70 cities across 30 countries, Oliver Wyman combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organization transformation. The firm has more than 6,000 professionals around the world who work with clients to optimize their business, improve their operations and risk profile, and accelerate their organizational performance to seize the most attractive opportunities. Oliver Wyman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies [NYSE: MMC]. For more information, visit www.oliverwyman.com. Follow Oliver Wyman on Twitter @OliverWyman.

The Firm’s capabilities and intellectual capital are enhanced by our deep industry expertise, geographic range, analytical rigor, and hands-on, collaborative approach. Our professionals see what others don’t, challenge conventional thinking, and consistently deliver innovative, customized solutions. We also work side by side with senior executives to accelerate execution through a blend of behavioral and management approaches. As a result, we have a tangible impact on clients’ top and bottom lines. Our clients are the CEOs and executive teams of the Global 100 companies.

Practice Overview

Oliver Wyman is looking to strengthen the Private Capital team in IMEA region. We are looking for professionals within the industry who possess knowledge or content expertise in Private Equity, M&A, Corporate Finance and Advisory. The team serves investors and strategic clients throughout the transaction lifecycle: from opportunity identification through due diligence, M&A execution and on to post-transaction value realization. We achieve this through proven, results-oriented approaches across all sectors of the market. This is an exciting

opportunity to be part of a successful team, where you will be given the opportunity for rapid professional growth, to participate in entrepreneurial work, and to share in the success of the team. 

The Role And Responsibilities

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.

ASSOCIATES 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.

• Manage the execution of individual project modules. This typically includes developing hypotheses, managing data collection, model creation and analyses, conducting primary and secondary research, creatively tackling information limitations, and surfacing insights.
• Report to Engagement Managers and Principals, effectively seeking guidance on technical and senior-level steer to projects.
• Aid client meetings by preparing materials, conducting interviews, and facilitating workshops.
• Support business development by contributing to proposal development.
• Manage, coach and develop the capabilities of junior consulting staff.

Your Attributes And Experience

Clients hire Oliver Wyman for specialized expertise, the ideal candidate will have most of the following:

• At least 4-6 years of relevant experience, ideally with a top-tier strategy consulting firm (or similar organization).
• Experience in Investment Companies, Funds, M&A, Due Diligence.
• Individuals who have worked across industries within Private Equity, Corporate and Finance.
• Experience in managing teams and clients and delivering against tight deadlines in fast paced and demanding environments.
• Ability to apply depth of content knowledge for thought leadership in project execution.
• Outstanding communication skills; comfort in presenting to senior executives, both internally and among clients.
• A strong background in strategic problem solving with demonstrable analytical skills.
• Have an aptitude for analytical work.
• Know how to take the initiative, seeking out opportunities to learn new skills and put the ones you’ve already got to good use.
• An undergraduate or advanced degree from a top academic program.
• Willingness to travel.

OUR VALUES & CULTURE

Why work at Oliver Wyman?

Working as part of our global, entrepreneurial company, you will do meaningful work from day one.

We are looking for individuals who challenge the norm, and constantly strive to build something new for the firm and the world around us. At Oliver Wyman, there's no "one size fits all" - we hire exceptional people and help them thrive through a built-in support network, flexible career paths, and no artificial barriers to advancement.

We have a collaborative, supportive and impactful team environment - we want you to bring your authentic self and enjoy working alongside diverse and down-to-earth colleagues who do serious  work, but don't take themselves too seriously.

Our Oliver Wyman Values

We create breakthroughs to achieve the amazing

Be brave

We stand behind our beliefs while exploring what drives them. We stand up for what is right and persevere through difficulty. We venture into the unknown, staying open to our greatest possibilities.

Lead with heart

We build relationships with clients and colleagues that last, grounded in transparency, authenticity, and trust. We love what we do and have fun while we do it. And we combine this passion with rigor and skill to drive sustainable performance.

Strive for breakthroughs

We bring deep expertise and profound curiosity to the pursuit of ambitious ideas and uncommon insights. We ask bigger questions, seek diverse perspectives, and challenge ourselves to find the most powerful and sustainable solutions.

Work as one

We succeed as a unified team of colleagues and clients, achieving together what separately would be beyond our reach. We care for and develop one another. We learn from differences, overcome divisions, and celebrate our shared achievements.

Own our impact

We act as entrepreneurs and stewards of the firm. We own the journey, acting with integrity at every step. And we own our impact, holding ourselves to the highest standards to deliver stronger results for our clients, better opportunities for each other and lasting change for society