Managing Consultant- Chemicals

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 accountyour 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:

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 the insurance, energy, and 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.

Its the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. Its why we committed to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. Its the aim of our returnship program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away.And,its what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers 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 a positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. Weve been recognized byForbesas the Worlds Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, a testament to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce.

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Job Description
We are looking for a Managing Consultant to join our Global Chemicals team. Wood Mackenzie Chemicals provides integrated commercial and strategic subscription research and consultancy services for the chemicals, fibers, films, and plastics sectors. We provide insight combined with proprietary data, helping companies identify trends and take advantage of opportunities. Together, we inspire and innovate the markets we serve. The Chemicals team is expanding rapidly and is a key vector of growth for Wood Mackenzie.

About the Role

As part of the Chemicals consulting team, you will be responsible for supporting the team in managing, executing, and delivering high-quality deliverables to our clients.

This will require applying industry knowledge to a broad range of commercial, technical, and strategic consulting projects and client situations. You will be responsible for the delivery of work streams within projects and project management responsibilities for projects of increasing size and complexity.

About You and How You Can Excel in This Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Analysis: design appropriate analytical techniques (WM tools, primary and secondary research), validate, analyze, and critically assess sources of information to generate meaningful analysis, options, and concepts to help answer the clients question
• Analysis and deliverables creation: develop well structured, logical, high-quality work products (in excel, PowerPoint, and word) following a conclusions-led approach
• Analysis: take responsibility for workstream/work undertaken and act as PM in some circumstances, ensuring PD is briefed as to risks / alternative solutions. Draw insight out of analysis for the client ensuring the so what is drawn out
• Business Development: support the BD activity led by senior members of the team as required, contribute towards / prepare proposals, work to build on-sell opportunities through professional delivery of projects, and has an understanding of serving clients in the chemicals industry.
• Apply sound project management principles, develop solid work plans, communicate with client and project teams about project status and workflow priorities, ensuring PM/PDs always briefed as to quality/time/cost status
• Coach more junior team members as appropriate, ensuring best practice concerning process, structure, and use of products is understood throughout the RCG (Regional Consulting Group)
• Industry knowledge: Continue to develop knowledge, develop expertise either focussing on 2 sectors or remaining open to the full Wood Mackenzie value chain. Understands the best use of Wood Mac products in focus sectors (if appropriate) and their limitations to develop an optimum project approach
• Communication: develop networks both internally and externally, maintaining and furthering the Wood Mac organization

Importantly, the team is looking for a candidate who is passionate about the chemical industry, and who is keen to play an important role in contributing to the further growth of the Chemical consulting business.

What youll love about Wood Mackenzie

For the past 45 years,we have established our reputation as a trusted source of knowledge and forward-looking insight for the worlds most innovativeorganizations.

Our teams are located around the world and deliver research and consulting projects based on our assessment and valuation of thousands of individual assets, companies, and economic indicators such as market supply, demand, and price trends. As a result, we can count the worlds key energy institutions and governments among our most loyal customers.

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 value everyones contribution and support them to reach their full potential while sustaining an organizational culture of health and well-being. There are opportunities 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:

We are part of a company that has been named a Best Employer by Forbes Magazine and on the Forbes Most Innovative Companies list three years running. Verisk is one of only 15 out of 500 companies to appear on both lists. We are proud to be a part of the Verisk family of companies!

What Youll Love About Verisk

Verisk Analytics has an amazing story to tell. In 2017, Forbes magazine named Verisk to its Worlds Most Innovative Companies list for the third consecutive year and to its Americas Best Mid-Size Employers list. We also earned the Great Place to Work Certification for the second consecutive year in recognition of our outstanding workplace culture.

Verisk is a leading data analytics provider serving customers in insurance, natural resources, and financial services. Weve been delivering data, analytics, and decision support services to our customers for more than 45 years, helping them protect people, property, and financial assets.At Verisk, youll be part of an organization thats committed to serving the long-term interests of our stakeholders, including the communities where we operate.

At Verisk, you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create a positive and lasting impact on the business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career.Our culture of innovation means your ideas on how to improve our business will be heard. As key contributors to our success, our team members enjoy working in a business-casual, collaborative environment that offers state-of-the-art resources, advanced technologies, and an excellent benefits package.

Verisk Analytics is an equal-opportunity player.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal-opportunity players. 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's status, age, or, disability.

Degree in Chemical Engineering with at least 6 years of relevant industry experience
Additional Information
Verisk Analytics is an equal-opportunity employer.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal-opportunity employers. 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's status, age, or disability.

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