Overview
A leading professional services consultancy is seeking a Senior Consultant/ Director Energy and Natural Resources.
Examples of the required work might involve the evaluation of energy policies; conducting econometric analyses to support utilities on price control reviews; performing financial modelling and cost of capital estimation; advising investors on the value and risk profile of assets in the energy and infrastructure industry; supporting competition investigations relevant to regulated infrastructure industries; the design of tariffs for access to natural monopoly infrastructure assets; advice on energy market reform and the liberalization of utility sectors in emerging markets; and the creation of expert reports in lawsuits and arbitration proceedings.
Key Responsibilities
- Work on a range of projects related to energy policy, utility regulation, energy market design, and transactions and disputes in the energy, utility and infrastructure industries.
- Take project management responsibility for delivery of a range of projects, including regulatory, advisory, and due diligence assignments, as well as expert engagements on arbitration and litigation matters.
- Manage and conduct high-powered economic research across the energy, utility and infrastructure industries using sophisticated modelling techniques
- Write research reports and prepare client presentations for senior staff and clients to help them make informed economic decisions
- Influence project strategy, including the preparation and presentation of oral and written submissions
- Collaborate with in-house experts and outside academics
- Conduct activities related to management and business development; building rapport with clients and developing a clear and detailed understanding of the business and client expectations, scoping projects, writing proposals, managing projects to time and budget, and contributing to or writing papers, articles and books
- The successful candidate will manage multiple projects concurrently
- Manage and recruit staff
- Travel likely
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- Candidates should hold a Master’s or PhD degree in Economics, Finance or a related discipline, with a strong academic record
- At least 6 years of prior relevant experience with a strong background in an economic consulting, government or regulatory setting
- Experience of writing consulting reports or expert reports for legal proceedings
- A proactive, entrepreneurial attitude to developing contacts, relationships with clients and potential clients
- English fluency is required; other languages are desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and to enjoy solving analytical and empirical problems and have exceptional creative, critical thinking and technical skills.
Company Benefits
- Competitive salary, bonus and an extensive benefits package including defined contribution pension and health insurance
- A comprehensive orientation programme
- Skill enhancement training sessions including Project Management, Business Development, and technical skills
- The support of Business Development and Marketing Managers responsible for providing tailored and strategic business development services to assist consultants in their development
- You will get involved in a wide range of interesting and challenging projects
- Become part of an international team with diverse backgrounds and expertise
- Firm-sponsored social activities
