Principal Consultant - Upstream & Low Carbon

Wood Mackenzie is seeking a Principal Consultant - Upstream & Low Carbon in Singapore. The role involves providing data and consulting services across energy and related sectors. The company values diversity, inclusion, and flexible working arrangements. They are committed to supporting their employees' growth and fostering a positive work environment. Wood Mackenzie is part of Verisk, which focuses on risk management and sustainability initiatives.
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:
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’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s 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 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® Certification for the fourth consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s 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’s 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.
• Job Description:
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’ 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 app