KPMG UK | Manager - Strategy & Performance Transformation (Energy & Natural Resources / Oil & Gas)

Manager Strategy & Performance Transformation (Energy & Natural Resources / Oil & Gas) – 105756

Base Location – London

The KPMG Strategy Group function is a cornerstone of our Deal Advisory business. Operating from London we do work that matters, serving the Country with diligence and expertise.

KPMG is one of the world\’s largest and most respected consultancies. We\’ve supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We\’ve proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Within The Strategy Group function we are a team full of subject matter experts, but that’s not all. We are responsible for providing best in class support on everything from developing acquisition strategy and raising funds, through to making the deal and integrating the acquisition.

Why Join KPMG as a Manager – Strategy & Performance Transformation?

Our Strategy and Performance Transformation team works closely with c-suite and senior executives to grow, transform and transact whilst adding and protecting value for shareholders, employees and society. As the world continues to face unprecedented levels of change through decarbonisation, digitalisation, regulation and post-COVID ‘normalisation’, we have experienced remarkable market demand for our core services of i) Growth Strategy ii) transactions and iii) transformation. We are now accelerating our mission to create value, by turning ambitions into reality, through executing sustainable, fair and profitable business strategies, at pace.

Our UK team is a critical contributor to the success of KPMG’s global energy work, and members of our team are particularly active in supporting energy-focused work in the Middle East.

What will you be doing?

• You will be taking on Project Management responsibility for the delivery of key project workstreams. This will include delegating tasks to team members, constructing project plans, managing client interactions, tracking budgets, and complying with the company’s risk processes
• You will have direct client engagement and be required to build relationships with key clients across the sector, as well as with other advisors (e.g. technical and boutique)
• You will be required to work collaboratively across other service lines within KPMG to ensure we are delivering maximum value for our clients
• The projects that you will advise on will be high profile and varied. These could include advising on oil and gas strategy and portfolio assessments, identifying and delivering operational efficiency improvements, bringing best practice thinking and industry examples to the design of new operating models, or supporting energy-focused deals
• There is no ‘typical project’. You will need to apply a structured strategic approach to problem solving, drawing on established strategic, commercial and transformation principles, while having the capacity to think creatively.
• You will maintain a good technical understanding of the energy sector, including oil & gas, power, and/or decarbonisation.
• You will work on projects both in the UK and in international environments such as the Middle East.

What will you need to do it?

• Have strong deal, commercial and/or strategy experience in the energy sector
• Have practical operational experience in the industries we serve, in areas such as oil and gas, power, maintenance and engineering – with specific experience in oil and gas upstream operations, refineries and petrochemicals extremely desirable
• Bring excellent report writing , Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Be skilled in strategic and financial analysis (inc. modelling)
• Have experience of managing medium size project teams, with a focus on mentoring and coaching junior staff
• Be willing to travel internationally for project work

To discuss this or wider Deal Advisory roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to Deal Advisory Managers and Assistant Managers talent across the country but our core hubs for this role are:

• London Canary Wharf

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

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