Private Capital/Education – Engagement Manager

The Private Equity team at Oliver Wyman in North America is hiring consultants to support its rapid growth. The team partners with private equity investors throughout the deal transaction lifecycle—from opportunity identification through due diligence and post-transaction value realization. Oliver Wyman employs a multi-specialist approach, combining deep industry and functional expertise with proprietary methodologies and a global network to deliver differentiated results for clients. The firm has completed hundreds of engagements for leading private equity firms across North America, Europe, the Middle East, China, and Southeast Asia, creating sustainable shareholder value.

About the role

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team at the center of the firm’s strategy. Consultants experience rapid professional growth, participate in entrepreneurial work, and contribute to the team’s success. The role focuses on serving private equity clients in the Education sector, including higher education, K-12, and EdTech. Oliver Wyman values a diverse and entrepreneurial partnership where individuals pursue new opportunities or build unique franchises in a collegial and engaging environment.

Responsibilities

As an Engagement Manager, you will lead and execute due diligence and post-transaction engagements for private equity funds and their portfolio companies. Your role will involve:

• Leading day-to-day project execution, ensuring findings are insightful and data-driven.
• Providing thought leadership at a strategic level while managing technical and operational details.
• Forging strong client relationships through exceptional communication and collaboration.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have most of the following qualifications:

• Professional experience with commercial and operational due diligence in a management consulting firm.
• Experience working across or within industries relevant to Private Equity.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with customer research techniques (interviews, surveys, focus groups, etc.).
• A strong background in strategic problem-solving and demonstrable analytical skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in formal and informal settings.
• Fluency in English.
• An undergraduate or advanced degree from a strong academic program.
• Initiative to seek out learning opportunities and apply existing skills effectively.
• Creativity and the ability to develop novel solutions for complex client challenges.
• An aptitude for analytical work, including interpreting large data sets and identifying key issues.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to work respectfully with a talented team.

Skills

• Leadership in project execution and team management.
• Strategic thinking combined with operational excellence.
• Relationship-building and client engagement.

Values & Culture

• Self-starters and free thinkers: Individuals who are motivated, energetic, and entrepreneurial.
• Common aspiration, collective endeavor, shared success: A focus on impact, legacy, and shaping the future.
• Straightforward, open, respectful interaction: An environment where all voices are encouraged and valued.
• Opportunity without artificial barriers: A meritocracy where talent and effort drive success.
• Balanced lives: Respect for work-life balance, flexibility, and sustainable workloads.

About Oliver Wyman

Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting, with offices in over 70 cities across 30 countries. The firm combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organizational transformation. With more than 6,000 professionals worldwide, Oliver Wyman helps clients optimize their businesses, improve operations, and accelerate performance. The firm is part of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC).

Pay

The base salary range for this role is $225,000 – $240,000. The final offer will be determined based on experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. The position may also be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Benefits

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

Schedule

Oliver Wyman supports a hybrid work model, combining remote work with in-office collaboration. Colleagues are expected to work in their local office or onsite with clients at least three days per week. Teams will designate at least one “anchor day” per week for in-person collaboration.