Description:
As a Consultant at Guidehouse you will be working in a team, advising our clients on how they can best navigate the challenges and opportunities associated with the energy transition. In this role you will:
- Create meaningful impact for our clients from projects on topics such as: decarbonisation pathways for transport, industry and heat, electricity and water network innovation, climate risk, mitigation and adaptation, flexibility markets, net-zero business model opportunities, energy efficiency, whole system solutions across electricity, water, and gas, network asset management, and infrastructure development.
- Perform industry research, engage internal and external stakeholders, prepare client deliverables, and present findings to your project team and clients.
- Synthesise data into clear analyses and provide fact-based recommendations and solutions for drafting summary reports and presentations.
- Support the development of plans to implement the recommendations and solutions proposed.
- Support the development of client proposals and other business development activities.
- Collaborate with Guidehouse colleagues globally and in related teams including those with a Public Sector and with a Sustainability focus.
You Are
- A proactive team-player who demonstrates their willingness and ability to work effectively in diverse teams, collaborating with colleagues at all levels.
- A critical thinker with a strong eye for detail and creativity in problem solving.
- Able to show a working knowledge of data collection, organisation and analytical skills.
- Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and show a good understanding of the project objectives and client expectations.
- A strong communicator with excellent written and presentation skills.
- Passionate about the energy transition, innovation, and personal development.
What You Will Need
- Relevant undergraduate degree (e.g., engineering, energy, economics, mathematics, international business, physical sciences etc.).
- 1 (ONE) or more years of working experience in related fields.
- A strong curiosity, and/or experience, in a relevant industry topic such as: power systems, renewable energy integration, industry decarbonization, flexibility markets, electricity transmission & distribution planning, climate risk, mitigation & adaptation, the importance of water efficiency and innovation in the energy transition, low carbon gas opportunities such as hydrogen and biofuels, sustainability and the environment.
- Experienced with Microsoft products, especially Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with other analytics tools a plus.
- Right to work in the UAE (e.g. UAE National, Golden Visa). Note Guidehouse does provide Visa sponsorship.
- Fluent English language (written and spoken).
- Flexibility to work with Guidehouse colleagues and/or client teams in our UAE offices and other UAE locations as needed.
What Would Be Nice To Have
- Relevant Master’s degree (e.g., engineering, energy, economics, mathematics, international business, physical sciences, etc.).
- Willingness to travel internationally.
- Fluent Arabic language (written and spoken).