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McKinsey & Company

20d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Data
    Engineering
  • Düsseldorf

AI generated summary

  • You must effectively communicate complex ideas, work collaboratively, demonstrate leadership, adapt to a fast-paced environment, have an advanced degree, and be skilled in Excel and data analytics.
  • You will support client strategies in solar distributed generation, develop market intelligence, solve daily problems, and contribute to project execution and business building initiatives.

Requirements

  • Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing, in English (Spanish, German, French, Portuguese is a plus)
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and effectively with people at all levels in an organization
  • Proven record of leadership in a work setting and/or through extracurricular activities
  • Ambition to work in a fast-paced, result-oriented team with steep learning curve and strong commitment to coaching and development
  • Advanced degree in management, engineering, economics or other discipline with a quantitative focus
  • Initial experience in energy, distributed generation, new downstream, are a plus
  • Comfortable with excel modeling; data analytics/coding knowledge is a plus

Responsibilities

  • As a Knowledge Analyst at McKinsey Energy Solutions within our Solar distributed generation team, you will help shape our client's strategies and go-to-market approach, drive business building, and support clients in hyper scaling and implementing operational excellence.
  • You will also help develop our market intelligence proprietary knowledge on solar distributed generation, behind the meter batteries and adjacent technologies.
  • You will have the opportunity to evolve our world-leading solar distributed generation and behind the meter batteries perspectives and cater them to client needs.
  • This may mean helping in defining overall strategy, product offering, sales and installation set-up, but also getting on the ground and supporting building businesses from scratch or accelerating existing businesses.
  • Daily problem solving will be a key part of your job.
  • You will work in partnership with your manager, the leadership of Energy Solutions, our Solar distributed generation team and colleagues across the firm.
  • Over time, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction in these topics, shape our assets and client approach.
  • You will deepen your expertise on global energy markets and increasingly become the go-to-person in your content area, assisting colleagues and clients.
  • This also includes longer-term client-serving projects.

FAQs

What locations are available for this Analyst position?

This Analyst position is available in our Dusseldorf, Madrid, or Lisbon offices.

What is the primary focus of the Energy Solutions team?

The Energy Solutions team focuses on leveraging data and technology to empower organizations across the entire energy value chain, particularly in areas like solar distributed generation.

What kind of projects will the Analyst be involved in?

The Analyst will be involved in shaping client strategies, go-to-market approaches, hyper scaling businesses, and implementing operational excellence in solar distributed generation and behind the meter battery technologies.

What qualifications are required for this Analyst role?

Candidates should have an advanced degree in management, engineering, economics, or a related quantitative field, along with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.

Is prior experience in the energy sector required?

While initial experience in energy, distributed generation, or related fields is a plus, it is not explicitly required for the role.

What types of skills should applicants have regarding data analytics?

Applicants should be comfortable with Excel modeling, and knowledge in data analytics or coding is considered a plus.

How important is teamwork in this role?

Teamwork is highly important in this role, as the Analyst will work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels within the organization.

Are language skills important for this position?

Yes, the ability to communicate effectively in English is essential, and proficiency in other languages such as Spanish, German, French, or Portuguese is viewed as a plus.

What is the nature of problem-solving expected in this role?

Daily problem solving is a key aspect of the job, requiring collaboration with the manager, leadership, and the broader Solar distributed generation team.

Does this position provide opportunities for professional development?

Yes, there is a strong commitment to coaching and development, along with the opportunity to deepen expertise in global energy markets.

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McKinsey & Company

Business Consulting and Services

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10,001+
Employees
1926
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Mission & Purpose

McKinsey & Company is a global management consulting firm. We are the trusted advisor to the world's leading businesses, governments, and institutions. We work with leading organizations across the private, public and social sectors. Our scale, scope, and knowledge allow us to address problems that no one else can. We have deep functional and industry expertise as well as a breadth of geographical reach. We are passionate about taking on immense challenges that matter to our clients and, often, to the world. We work with our clients as we do with our colleagues. We build their capabilities and leadership skills at every level and every opportunity. We do this to help build internal support, get to real issues, and reach practical recommendations. We bring out the capabilities of clients to fully participate in the process and lead the ongoing work.

Benefits

  • Occupational Accident Insurance

  • Mental Health Care

  • Vision Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Retiree Health & Medical

  • Disability Insurance

  • Dental Insurance