Oliver Wyman - Private Capital and Value Creation - Engagement Manager

Practice Overview

The Private Capital and Value Creation team at Oliver Wyman specializes in supporting private equity investors throughout the entire deal lifecycle—from opportunity identification through due diligence to post-transaction value realization. Our approach is multi-specialist, leveraging deep industry knowledge and functional expertise to help clients achieve differentiated results in their investments. We have successfully completed numerous engagements for leading private equity firms across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, enhancing sustainable shareholder value.

About the role

This role offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic and entrepreneurial team, contributing to significant growth and value creation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Oversee the execution of project workstreams, ensuring timely and accurate delivery; develop and manage hypotheses relevant to operational improvement and value creation; facilitate data collection, modeling, and analysis to inform strategic decisions.
• Client Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders; act as the primary contact for project-related inquiries; synthesize findings into clear, actionable recommendations and presentations; lead discussions with clients to review findings and implications for value enhancement.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and guide team members, fostering professional development and collaboration; manage project teams effectively, ensuring high-quality execution.
• Strategic Insight: Conduct thorough operational due diligence focusing on cost optimization, top-line growth strategies (including go-to-market strategies, pricing, and sales drivers), and organizational structure analysis; rapidly assess EBITDA impact from potential value creation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 – 8+ years in management consulting, with a focus on private equity or operational improvements.
• Previous experience leading operational due diligence projects and implementing post-deal strategies to enhance portfolio performance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities; ability to dissect complex data sets and derive actionable insights.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and work collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
• Solid understanding of private equity dynamics and operational frameworks; familiarity with cost optimization processes and revenue enhancement strategies.
• Undergraduate degree from a reputed institution; advanced degree (MBA or similar) preferred.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits.
• Tuition assistance.
• 401K savings and other retirement programs.
• Employee assistance programs.

Pay

The applicable base salary range for this role is $225K to $240K. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Schedule

Hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.