Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables, energy, and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human intelligence. In an ever-changing world, companies and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. That’s why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth, backed by over 50 years’ experience. Our team of over 2,400 experts, operating across 30 global locations, are enabling customers’ decisions through real-time analytics, consultancy, events and thought leadership. Together, we deliver the insight they need to separate risk from opportunity and make confident decisions when it matters most.

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Wood Mackenzie Values

Inclusive – we succeed together
Trusting – we choose to trust each other
Customer committed – we put customers at the heart of our decisions
Future Focused – we accelerate change
Curious – we turn knowledge into action

Role Purpose

To provide admin, process and functional support to the consulting team (consulting managers and associates, consulting operations) to maximize the time consultants can spend interacting with clients. To maintain and improve operational processes as directed by global consulting leadership in support of client centric activities & processes.

Main Responsibilities

Providing first-class support to consultants including but not limited to:

Building a high level knowledge of internal systems, tools and processes striving for identify and implement continuous improvements to all.
Act as the conduit of information and validation between consulting and internal functions in WoodMac
Managing the process for entry and maintenance of data in companies internal systems, ensuring the highest possible level of data accuracy through lead and project lifecycles Acting as an intermediary for all issues arising during the quote-to-cash process, communicating effectively with all parties involved (consultants, management, ops, legal, finance etc)
Effectively managing invoicing details, payment terms and accuracy in T&Cs of all live projects
Manage revenue generating activities including ensuring timesheets are submitted in a timely manner, collecting and analyzing information about projects with low revenue burn or projects in overrun, providing input to local managements and central operations
Producing and reviewing reports to support revenue and sales forecasting activities
Coordinating and supporting review processes (associate project reviews, annual associate reviews)
Acting as a first point of contact for new hires, supporting their integration into the team and introducing them to relevant processes and systems and where support is provided
Continuously supporting the introduction and implementation of new tools and initiatives
Acting as a natural first point of contact for all questions regarding systems, tools and processes
Providing additional ad-hoc support with projects as defined by management and global operations, working autonomously to manage processes from opportunity creation to project closure, giving direction to other team members as required and maintaining communications with all stakeholders
Supporting the organization of, and attending, team meetings and events

Requirements

3-5 yrs experience working with operational/financial/admin procedures
Consulting Business Experience
Knowledge of finance and accounting processes
Professional and confident in engaging client stakeholders
Great organization skills and prioritization skills
Good self management and an ability to operate with independence
High level of motivation, urgency and desire for efficiency
Attention to detail and data accuracy – ability to catch exceptions quickly and resolve
Proficient in Microsoft office suite; specifically Excel, Sharepoint and Powerpoint
Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions
Good numeric analytical skills
Fluent business level command of English if other language is first language
Project management experience preferred
Competency with Salesforce and Oracle preferred but not essential

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at www.eeoc.gov

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