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Company Description
Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in data, analysis and consulting across the energy, chemicals, metals, mining, power and renewables sectors. Founded in 1973, our success has always been underpinned by the simple principle of providing trusted research and advice that makes a difference to our customers. Today we have over 2,000 customers ranging from the largest global energy companies and financial institutions to governments as well as smaller market specialists. Our teams are located around the world. This enables us to stay closely connected with customers and the markets and sectors we cover. Collectively this allows us to offer a compelling combination of global commodity analysis with detailed local market knowledge. We are committed to supporting our people to grow and thrive. We value different perspectives and aspire to create an inclusive environment that encourages diversity and fosters a sense of belonging. We are committed to creating a workplace that works for you and encourage everyone to get involved in our Wellness, Diversity and Inclusion, and Community Engagement initiatives. We actively support flexible working and are happy to consider alternative work patterns, taking into account your needs and the needs of the team or division that you are looking to join. Hear what our team has to say about working with us: https://www.woodmac.com/careers/our-people/ We are proud to be a part of the Verisk family of companies! At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions. Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues. But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger. It\xe2\x80\x99s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It\xe2\x80\x99s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It\xe2\x80\x99s the aim of our \xe2\x80\x9creturnship\xe2\x80\x9d program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it\xe2\x80\x99s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers\xe2\x80\x99 problems. At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do. At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work\xc2\xae Certification for the fourth consecutive year. We\xe2\x80\x99ve been recognized by Forbes as a World\xe2\x80\x99s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce. Verisk\xe2\x80\x99s Statement on Racial Equity and Diversity supports our commitment to these values and affecting positive and lasting change in the communities where we live and work.


The Principal Consultant will help grow the Upstream and Low Carbon Consulting practice within the APAC region. With a key focus on execution of projects as well as starting to develop and manage some relationships with key clients, the role requires a combination of solid knowledge of the upstream oil & gas space as well as energy transition topics such as CCUS, carbon emissions management & the wider energy industry dynamics. The role requires strong business project management and project execution capabilities, project direction on consulting mandates, leadership management as well as wider development of the growing the consulting team within the region. The role is high-profile both internally and externally and influential in Wood Mackenzie achieving its goals globally. Main Responsibilities Business Development

• Retain and increase upstream and low carbon consulting revenues as well as improving the profitability of Wood Mackenzie consulting projects and multi-client studies
• Develop networks and relationships that lead to a deep understanding of clients\xe2\x80\x99 needs and therefore future consulting requirements
• Pro-actively maintain a high-level of client interaction across the region, with a specific focus on key clients, to source and develop strong relationships and a solid, repeatable, profitable consulting business
• Support the targeting, prioritization and engagement of clients in APAC to develop a platform for Wood Mackenzie consulting activities
• Scope and write pitches
• Execute and Project manage deliverables.

People and Thought Leadership

• Generate innovative ideas and approaches to industry issues for bespoke consulting projects, as well as for the wider research and consulting business. Particularly within the upstream and low carbon consulting team, helping and leading clients innovate new insights and approaches to addressing challenges within the energy transition.
• Build and maintaining the appropriate internal network (across consulting, research and sales) to deliver the best possible outcome for both Wood Mackenzie and its clients
• Motivate and develop staff, improving our understanding of the challenges faced by our key clients
• Work closely with the global upstream practice group as well as other groups to promote best practice in our existing offerings and take a key role in the future development of the consulting offering

Team Player

• Work closely with research teams and ensure consistent and good working relationships exist, providing a mentoring role for research and sales & account management colleagues who have a different reporting line
• Work closely with the other regional teams to ensure alignment of the consulting practice regarding existing and planned commitments
• Work with the Resourcing Manager to help manage the project pipeline and proper resource management.
• Help build the development of industry knowledge, consulting skills and processes across the team

Project Direction

• Actively participate in client mandates working with team and clients to ensure high quality and insightful results for both research and consulting
• Ensure that the operational processes for the life cycle of consulting assignments are completed
• Ensure commitments to the client can be met and that pitching activity is aligned with business strategy
• Manage client expectations

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Qualifications
The Principal Consultant of upstream and low carbon consulting is highly commercial combining analytical rigor, acute problem solving and skilled at execution of deliverables. The individual will excel at nurturing client relationships and ensuring quality solutions that endeavour to exceed our client\'s expectations. Candidates who can demonstrate the following skills and abilities will excel in this role:

• A focus on the oil and gas industries and a thorough understanding of the trends and drivers that are shaping the industries, particularly its commercial aspects
• Passion for the energy sector and to help drive change within the energy transition
• Ability to communicate and build rapport both internally across the organisation and externally with clients
• Demonstrated ability to formulate a structured issues-driven problem-solving approach within a consulting context, to lead a team of consultants to deliver a project and to manage senior stakeholders
• A service mind-set and the ability to build relationships with senior decision makers.
• A team approach and utilising diverse talents within a multi-sectorial group. Motivating a team through example is ideal \xe2\x80\x93 in terms of intellectual drive and curiosity, service excellence and a focus on work-life balance.
• Experience within consulting with a strong knowledge of consulting processes is important and a proven track record of growing business within the energy/consulting space is preferable.
• Direct experience within key new energy transition trends including CCUS, emissions measurement & mitigation, carbon trading and hydrogen would be considered an asset

Additional Information
WoodMackenzie is an equal opportunities employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran\xe2\x80\x99s status, age or disability. https://www.woodmac.com/careers/jobs/ Unsolicited resumes sent to WoodMackenzie, including unsolicited resumes sent to a WoodMackenzie business mailing address, fax machine or email address, or directly to WoodMackenzie employees, will be considered WoodMackenzie property. WoodMackenzie will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of unsolicited resume. Consumer Privacy Notice