Senior Principal - Upstream Oil & Gas

Our Energy Practice supports some of the largest global firms and most recognizable brands in solving their most significant challenges in a world of constant change. With expertise spanning strategy, digital transformation, upstream operational excellence, and technology enablement, we empower clients to achieve sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and energy transition readiness.

The Role

As a Senior Principal in Upstream Oil & Gas, you will:

• Lead end-to-end upstream transformation engagements, helping clients optimize exploration, production, and operational processes.
• Provide expert guidance on leveraging digital technologies and data analytics to drive efficiency in upstream operations.
• Design and execute transformation programs across key upstream domains, including reservoir management, production optimization, and asset lifecycle management.
• Deliver innovative solutions that address operational challenges while supporting clients' energy transition goals.
• Build and manage multi-disciplinary consulting teams, fostering a high-performance, client-centric culture.
• Drive business development activities, identifying new opportunities, developing compelling propositions, and securing key engagements.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, delivering strategies that enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enable sustainable growth.

Requirements

We are looking for a Senior Principal with:

• Extensive experience in upstream oil and gas operations, with expertise in exploration, production, and asset management.
• Strong understanding of subsurface technologies, drilling and completion operations, and production systems.
• Proven track record of leading consulting engagements in upstream oil and gas, delivering measurable outcomes for clients.
• Expertise in leveraging digital technologies (e.g., AI, IoT, and predictive analytics) and automation to optimize upstream processes.
• Hands-on experience with upstream platforms and tools such as Petrel, Eclipse, PI System, and other industry-standard solutions.
• Business development acumen, with a demonstrated ability to identify opportunities, develop propositions, and close deals.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading global, cross-functional teams.
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire senior stakeholders.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have both industry and consulting experience, providing a deep understanding of client challenges and designing tailored solutions.
• Be proactive and entrepreneurial, with a passion for innovation and driving value for clients.
• Demonstrate expertise in energy transition strategies, helping clients navigate the shift toward sustainable energy sources.
• Be adept at facilitating workshops, developing thought leadership, and contributing to industry forums and publications.

Benefits

Join a globally renowned management consulting firm at the forefront of industry disruption. We are a dynamic, mid-sized player with an entrepreneurial spirit, operating alongside our parent organization, Infosys—a top-5 IT powerhouse experiencing rapid growth and market outperformance.

Our consulting business is consistently recognized among the UK's top firms by the Financial Times and Forbes, thanks to our client innovations, cultural diversity, and dedicated training and career paths. We foster an inclusive work culture where differences are celebrated, voices are heard, and collective achievements are rewarded.

For the right talent who want to be part of an innovation-driven practice and a high-performance culture, we offer:

• Industry-leading compensation and benefits.
• World-class training and development opportunities to accelerate your career.
• The opportunity to shape the future of upstream oil and gas through impactful client engagements and thought leadership.
• A diverse, inclusive work environment that inspires excellence and fosters collaboration.

Curious to learn more? Apply today and help transform the future of upstream oil and gas!