Career pathways

Where an RWE Consulting career can take you

The four Consulting career levels at RWE

Whether you join us right out of university or from another consultancy, the opportunity to progress at RWE is limited only by your own ambition. There are four grades to which we recruit within the business – all of which give you outstanding development opportunities.


Janine Reipen, Project Lead
Janine Reipen, Project Lead

“I came to RWE with some experience behind me and I’ve already gained a ton more. I’m now working my way towards a Project Lead role and I have the support of the whole team. It feels amazing to have that kind of backing and I’m excited about what the future holds.”

Janine Reipen, Project Lead


Management Consultant

This entry-level role will see you launching your Consulting career, after your Master’s degree, as part of our close-knit team. You’ll formulate and test hypotheses – gathering and analysing data to test those – and, ultimately, developing business-critical recommendations. It’s an outstanding opportunity to learn about RWE’s multiple business challenges, facilitate and participate in group discussions to address them, and present strategic concepts to key stakeholders.


Senior Management Consultant

Designing and implementing bespoke solutions to some of the most important challenges facing our industry will be your purpose as a Senior Consultant. Experienced, passionate about delivering client satisfaction and with a proven track record of gaining consensus approval on innovative ideas, you’ll be ready to take ownership of – and responsibility for – individual workstreams. It’s about developing strong, collaborative relationships with management and other clients as you engage in the delivery of concepts and recommendations that empower their progress.


Project Lead

This high-level role will see you leading, developing and motivating Consulting teams. It’s about taking ownership of complex projects and individual workstreams, managing project goals and objectives – and devising the strategies and recommendations to meet those objectives. A trusted sparring partner with RWE’s senior management, you’ll bring a wealth of credibility and influence to the role. We’re looking for seasoned project managers who know the value of a collaborative approach.


Principal

The strategic driver for the design and implementation of client solutions, you’ll lead larger Consulting teams on our most challenging and complex assignments. As you’ll be continually abreast of developments within the industry, you’ll be a highly credible and authoritative partner to senior management. We’re looking for top-level professionals who can devise strategies to achieve RWE’s ambitious goals and maximise the Group’s potential.


Partner

As a Partner, you will play a key role in the strategic direction of our organisation. You will engage with senior stakeholders to initiate projects and programmes that fit seamlessly into the broader business context. You will collaborate with senior management to set goals and steer the direction of these initiatives.

As a trusted sparring partner to top management, you will support critical decision-making processes and lead project managers and consultants to achieve successful outcomes. In addition, you will foster the development of our consultants and drive important internal issues to ensure both business success and personal growth within the team.


Career Pathways

Whichever level you join us in, it will offer you the chance to develop at your own pace and in your own direction.

The four Consulting career levels at RWE

Transition into RWE Group: RWE Consulting alumni

Jonas Stierle, former Principal at RWE Consulting
Jonas Stierle, former Principal at RWE Consulting

“If you are looking for challenging consulting projects in the energy space and a steep learning curve, RWE Consulting is the place to be!”

Jonas Stierle, former Principal at RWE Consulting

Want to read more about Jonas‘ transition into his role as Head of Business Transformation at RWE Offshore Wind?

Find the full interview here.
Philipp Severich, former Senior Consultant at RWE Consulting
Philipp Severich, former Senior Consultant at RWE Consulting

„While working for RWE Consulting, you’re at the front row of the energy transition. It offers unique opportunities to find your personal area of interest within the energy world and to push your personal skills to the next level.“

Philipp, former Senior Consultant at RWE Consulting

Want to read more about Philipp’s transition into his role driving RWE’s new H2 business?

Find the full interview here.

Learning & Development

Our commitment to your progress

When you join RWE Consulting, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive onboarding experience that includes meeting the team and connecting with your Guidance & Development Manager. This induction process will give you a broad overview of the RWE Group, along with Consulting’s place within it.

Development and progression are continuous at RWE Consulting. We’ll regularly share the results of our Guidance and Development Circle sessions with you, so that we can agree the next steps for your individual development. Plus, you’ll be part of a culture that thrives on open feedback, including regular dialogues with your Guidance & Development Manager. 

Learning & Development

In addition to all this, we offer a dedicated training portfolio that includes ...

Methodical / Consulting skills

Social, communicative and interpersonal expertise

The RWE Consulting way of working

Energy expertise / market knowledge


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HR / Recruiting Consulting | RWE
HR / Recruiting Consulting | RWE

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