Oliver Wyman – Government and Public Institutions (GPI) and Financial Services (FS) Researcher – Dubai

Company:Oliver WymanDescription:Oliver Wyman, a Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) business, is a management consulting firm driven by deep industry insight, bold innovation, and a collaborative approach that cuts through complexity to help...

Company:Oliver WymanDescription:Oliver Wyman, a Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) business, is a management consulting firm driven by deep industry insight, bold innovation, and a collaborative approach that cuts through complexity to help organizations navigate their most defining transformative moments.About the Role:We are seeking a research professional to join the Oliver Wyman Knowledge Services department. The professional will work closely with partners and consultants in the India, Middle East & Africa Region on the Government and Public Institutions (GPI) and Financial Services (FS) sectors. Our work spans the spectrum of societal issues, including economic development, cost management, tax, security, public sector excellence, education, labor, and governance.The global Knowledge Services Research Team supports our consultants by sourcing and synthesizing market data, industry developments and company information necessary for the successful execution of client projects and business development initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Work with a wide range of information tools and proprietary databases, providing both quick solutions and in-depth research for the businessSynthesize information and glean key concepts and trends from the information. Synthesis and packaging of research deliverables employing Excel and PowerPoint to create impactful presentationsWork with a wide range of research tools (e.g., external company and financial databases, proprietary databases, internet) to provide research support to consulting teams.​Independently manage the pipeline of industry-specific tasks, set priorities, and collaborate with a team of international colleagues to meet client demandsCollaborate with consultants engaged in client service, business development or knowledge/intellectual capital building by delivering highly relevant and well-synthesized researchBuilding expertise in GPI and FS related topics and master tools and resources to support data analysisDevelop strong trusted relationships with IMEA practice members and work within the framework of the European and Dubai based research team dedicated to IMEA, sharing work and experience and contribute the research function in the regionUse MS Office tools to produce graphical portrayal of research findings, customized to project needsAssist in the education and training of OW consulting staff both with research issues generally, and with end-user training specificallyExperience and Skills Required:Graduate with at least 2-3 year of research experience preferably related to GPI/FS sector or in Management Consultancy or Research firm. Knowledge on the Public Sector and governmental entities is a plusKnowledge of the Middle East business and economic context is a plusExcellent English and ArabicBasic knowledge of general resources such as Eikon or Factiva or S&P Market IntelligenceSolid problem-solving skills, excellent attention to details and inquisitive natureGrowth mindset and high-quality standards, willing to continuously improve skills to enhance service to our clients. Ability to prioritize own work to satisfy competing client demandsGood communication skills and research synthesis skills allowing to draw out key insightsExcellent Excel skills and strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)Team player who enjoys working as part of an international and remote teamEnthusiastic, collaborative and flexible team member who is able to empathize with clients and peers. This is a key attribute we are seeking.Please submit your application in English.Why join us at Oliver Wyman?At Oliver Wyman, we lead with heart – we love what we do and have fun while we do it! We also strive for breakthroughs by questioning, seeking diverse perspectives, and finding powerful and sustainable solutions. If you share these values and want to work as one and own our impact at the same time, be brave and achieve the amazing with us!We’re individuals who are self-starting, motivated, energetic, entrepreneurial about what we doWe have the common aspiration to have an impact, leave a legacy and change the world. We have no interest in running a steady-state business. We want to build, grow and shape the environment around usWe value an environment where every member of Oliver Wyman is encouraged and expected to voice his or her opinionWe believe that to create a true meritocracy we need to remove artificial barriers to opportunityWe value people whose lives balance work and non-work activities because we believe they are both more interesting colleagues and are able to make better contributions to the Firm.We push ourselves hard to deliver excellence, but we also work to extract the maximum benefit from the flexibility of a project-based business. We provide the ability to take career breaks for personal or family reasons. We fundamentally value each other’s time and are sensitive to how it is used. We are an output not input-based culture, have respect for people’s personal decisions, and believe that one’s workload must be sustainable. We seek balance for ourselves and our colleagues.Marsh & McLennan Companies and its Affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit oliverwyman.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.