Oliver Wyman
OverviewOliver Wyman is a global management consultancy working across all areas of industry, financial services, government, and non profit organizations. Clients approach us with their most significant challenges, and we assemble teams of experts to address each facet of these complex issues. Together, we create breakthroughs that lead to remarkable impact.
The Oliver Wyman Data and Analytics (DNA) team is a dynamic and rapidly growing group of quantitative analytics specialists, collaborating closely with colleagues across the firm to cover a global footprint, working across multiple industries including, but not limited to, Financial Services, Climate & Sustainability, Energy, Retail, and Transportation.
In addition to high impact analytics projects, the DNA team has a dedicated R&D function made up of Research Fellows and DNA colleagues. The R&D team explores how new tools and ideas across data science, analytics and AI can be applied in industry.
What You Will DoAs a DNA Research Fellow, you will work with colleagues at all levels from your first day solving some of the world's biggest challenges. This will include:
Designing solutions for complex problems using the latest research in data science, advanced analytics and AI
Implementing prototypes and measuring their effectiveness
Engaging in discussions with colleagues to share ideas and show results
Your contributions will be crucial for creating cutting edge products and carrying out advanced research and development within Oliver Wyman.
Notable DNA projectsDeveloping an NLP based machine learning toolkit to predict credit rating downgrades using news articles. This includes exploration of related methods and potential applications.
Exploring novel GenAI architectures and validation methods for customer facing tools in the financial sector.
Modeling portfolio decarbonization strategies leveraging advanced analytics techniques for large European banks.
Identifying supply chain risks by combining multiple live data feeds and developing an AI based risk methodology.
Expect a steep learning curve, as no two weeks are ever the same:
Access to the latest technologies and a toolkit that expands with each new project.
Work on cutting edge research applying ideas in AI, data and analytics to real world problems.
Be part of a collaborative team with mentors and colleagues supporting your fellowship.
Receive a dedicated buddy and a talent manager to help navigate your professional path during placement.
We care deeply about sustainable work life quality and offer flexibility to balance work with personal life.
If you're excited by challenges and eager to make a meaningful impact, we look forward to welcoming you aboard!
Who Can Apply?PhD students or early career researchers in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science or Engineering with capacity for at least a three month fellowship.
Data driven mindset and ability to clearly explain complex ideas to colleagues.
Familiarity with analytical methods in Python, R, or equivalent tools.
Strong commitment to teamwork and resilience in a creative and constantly changing environment.
Excellent command of the English language (verbal and written).
You are aged 18 or over at the start of the placement.
You have the right to work in the UK.
Interest or experience in financial services and risk management is a plus.
Applicants with access to funding to support the fellowship will be preferred.
Please submit your CV, cover letter and transcripts. In your cover letter, indicate if you have funding available to support this PhD placement, and specify the amount and source of funding if applicable.
For more information about Oliver Wyman, please visit our website. Applications are reviewed individually aligned to university intake cycles.
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Oliver Wyman, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a management consulting firm helping clients optimize their business, improve operations and accelerate performance. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. For more information, visit or follow on LinkedIn.