Consultant - International Energy Providers

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Consultant - International Energy ProvidersCAROUSEL_PARAGRAPHLondon, United Kingdom; Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Dubai, United Arab EmiratesClient Services20499 Share Job OverviewWe are Guidehouse, a leading consulting firm serving the public sector and commercial clients with specialised capabilities in strategy, technology, and risk management. You may not yet know our name, but we have a rich history. Guidehouse is a combination of PwC?s former public sector practice and Navigant?s deep expertise in energy, financial services and healthcare.We offer an exciting, fast-paced environment that fosters intellectual growth and rewards individuals based on impact, not tenure. Our firm is at the forefront of an emerging model solving complex problems that stretch across government and private companies, affording our people the opportunity to be on the cutting edge of the consulting profession. By focusing on markets facing transformational change, technology-driven innovation, and significant regulatory pressure, our employees also develop and deploy world class knowledge and problem solving that leads to breakthrough solutions.Within our Energy, Sustainability & Infrastructure practice, the client segment Energy Providers (EP) serves the classical but fast transforming value chain of energy and utilities companies in the UK, Europe and internationally. Our existing clients in that segment include major energy companies such as BP, ENGIE, Shell, UK Power Networks, National Grid and Cadent. Our strength lies in strategic understanding of complex energy transition, climate and sustainability issues, recognizing the intersection of policy, customer and energy provider needs. The client segment is positioned as the trusted and independent advisor giving strategic advice at corporate decision-making level; the thought leader bringing innovative solutions, from knowledge to insight to impact (help make it happen). Specifically, we serve our clients delivering full lifecycle solutions to transform energy markets, system operations and infrastructure, assets, and technologies for a more sustainable, resilient and secure energy system.ResponsibilitiesOur Consultants have the opportunity to provide wide-ranging support for client engagements, whilst building their technical foundation. You will work in a team on complex problems and deliver high quality client-ready work. As our clients are mostly large, energy and utility companies, summer interns will be coached to demonstrate business professionalism and an ability to grasp new concepts quickly to perform effectively in the client environment.Core ResponsibilitiesAdvise clients in various parts of the energy value chain.Work as part of a project team on multiple, diverse projects. Project may range from decarbonisation pathways for transport, industry and heat, net-zero business model opportunities, regional whole system solutions across electricity and gas, network innovation, hydrogen network conversion, business change & transformation, physical asset management, climate risk modelling, renewable markets, and offshore grid development.Synthesise data into clear analyses and provide fact-based recommendations and solutions for drafting summary reports and presentationsPerform industry research, engage internal and external stakeholders, prepare client deliverables, and present findings to your project team and clients.Support the development of client proposals and other business development activities.Uphold Guidehouse?s values of respect, integrity, innovation, stewardship and excellence and support our culture of inclusion & diversityYou AreA team-player who demonstrates the willingness and ability to work effectively in diverse teams and collaborate with colleagues at all levelsA critical thinker with a strong eye for detail and creative in problem solvingAble to show a working knowledge of data collection, organisational and analytical skillsAble to work on multiple projects and show a good understanding of the project objectives and client expectationsA strong communicator with excellent written and presentation skillsPassionate about sustainability, innovation, and personal developmentQualificationsRelevant undergraduate or Master?s degree (e.g. business, engineering, energy, economics, mathematics, physical sciences, political sciences, etc.)0-4 years of working experience in related fieldsA strong curiosity, and/or experience, in a relevant industry topic such as: sustainability, advanced energy technologies, renewable energy, distributed generation, energy efficiency, electricity generation, transmission and distribution, natural gas transmission and distributionKnowledge of power or gas/hydrogen supply systems, grid integration of decentralised sources, digitalisation of the energy sector and/or power markets preferred.Experienced with Microsoft products, especially Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with other analytics tools a plus.Additional RequirementsNo restrictions to work in your chosen location and enrolled in a universityAs a global company we work with clients primarily in English. We do also require some of our associates/interns to be fluent in the language of the country they would be located from.The successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that will prevent you from performing the job responsibilities as described across our clientsThis position requires successful completion of a background check and employment verification.DisclaimerGuidehouse is an equal opportunities employer and applies objective criteria to assess potential suitability. We are committed to ensuring all our directors, employees, contractors and job applicants receive fair and equitable treatment across all aspects of the firm?s HR policies and practices and we aim to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of race, color, nationality, religion, ethnic or national origins, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation or disability.

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