Oliver Wyman

Oliver Wyman

Strategic management consulting for financial services

Overview

Oliver Wyman is a global management consulting firm known for its deep expertise in financial services. It helps clients with strategy, operations, and risk management to solve complex business problems. The firm began in 1984 with a focus on financial services, and after joining Marsh & McLennan in 2003 and rebranding in 2007, it expanded into other industries like healthcare, transportation, and energy. It differentiates itself through strong industry knowledge and access to broader resources from its parent group, and it continues to grow by making acquisitions to add new capabilities. The goal is to help clients manage risk, improve performance, and achieve sustainable growth.”}```

About Oliver Wyman

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Why Oliver Wyman is rated
B+
Rated A on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated B on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Financial Services

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1984

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What believers are saying

  • Jeremy Badman will embed agentic AI into delivery, staffing, and client solutions.
  • CR3 Partners adds 62 restructuring specialists and deepens crisis-response capabilities.
  • Joseph Cox expands credibility in stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and Fed supervision.

What critics are saying

  • AI-enabled competitors will compress billable hours and undercut project pricing within 24 months.
  • CR3 Partners integration failure will damage restructuring credibility with lenders and private equity sponsors.
  • Regional and specialist hires will not offset talent concentration risk in Benelux and UAE.

What makes Oliver Wyman unique

  • Oliver Wyman specializes in financial services, serving 80% of top global institutions.
  • It combines strategy, operations, risk, and digital under one consulting platform.
  • Marsh McLennan ownership provides scale, capital, and adjacent risk expertise.

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Middle East Leaders Magazine
Apr 3rd, 2026
Oliver Wyman appoints Mona Hammami as UAE Head to drive regional growth.

Oliver Wyman appoints Mona Hammami as UAE Head to drive regional growth. Prime Highlights- * Oliver Wyman has named Mona Hammami as Head of its UAE operations as it expands its presence in the region. * Hammami will lead strategy, operations and client delivery while driving the firm's next phase of growth in the UAE. Key Facts- * Hammami joins from McKinsey & Company and has previously worked with the IMF and the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia. * The firm operates offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai and recently appointed Ted Moynihan as CEO, succeeding Nick Studer. Background- The middle-organization global consulting firm Oliver Wyman has named Mona Hammami as Head of its UAE operations. Hammami brings extensive experience across the social sector and international institutions. She has advised governments and public organisations on economic development, employment, social policy and large-scale transformation programmes. Her appointment comes at a time when the firm is scaling its presence in the UAE market. She joins Oliver Wyman from McKinsey & Company, where she served as a partner and led its Public and Social Sector practice. She has previously held senior positions at the Crown Prince Court of Abu Dhabi, Strategy&, the International Monetary Fund and the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia. In her new role, Hammami will oversee the firm's strategy, client delivery, operations and talent development across the UAE. She will also focus on expanding Oliver Wyman's footprint in the country, where it operates offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Commenting on the appointment, Pedro Oliveira, Managing Partner for India, Middle East, and Africa, said the UAE remains a key growth market for the firm. He added that Hammami's experience working with government leaders and her understanding of public and private sector dynamics make her well placed to lead the next phase of growth. Hammami said clients are increasingly looking for partners who can combine strategy with execution to deliver measurable results. She noted that the firm's expertise and approach position it well to support the UAE's long-term priorities. The leadership change follows another recent move at Oliver Wyman, with Ted Moynihan appointed as CEO, succeeding Nick Studer, who has taken on a new role at Marsh.

Consultancy.nl
Mar 27th, 2026
Suzanne van der Meijden and Jeffrey Hennen appointed as co-leaders at Oliver Wyman.

Suzanne van der Meijden and Jeffrey Hennen appointed as co-leaders at Oliver Wyman. March 27, 2026 Consultancy.nl Global advisory firm Oliver Wyman has appointed Suzanne van der Meijden and Jeffrey Hennen as co-Office Leaders of the Amsterdam office. In their new roles, Suzanne and Jeffrey are responsible for safeguarding and strengthening the culture of Oliver Wyman's Amsterdam office, as well as leading daily operations. They work closely with Coen de Vuijst, Managing Partner of the Dutch organization with approximately 100 employees. Suzanne and Jeffrey take over from Cornelia Neumann, who held the position for three years and, in line with Oliver Wyman's leadership rotation policy, returns to a more client-focused role. For Suzanne, her appointment is a special moment: she began her career about eleven years ago at Oliver Wyman and has since progressed through all ranks until becoming a partner in 2025. As a member of the Performance Transformation practice, Suzanne leads complex operational projects aimed at improving efficiency and growth for clients in the transport sector. She has led major programs in sectors such as aviation and logistics, focusing on redesigning operational models, developing leadership capabilities, and sustainably embedding performance improvements within organizations. "Suzanne brings over ten years of experience within the organization and has demonstrated strong commitment to our clients. Her dedication has been invaluable in strengthening internal collaboration within the office and creating an energetic and inclusive culture," Oliver Wyman stated in a LinkedIn post. Jeffrey joined the advisory firm about five years ago and currently leads the Actuarial Services practice in Amsterdam and Brussels. He is also part of the European leadership team of this practice. He was also appointed partner last year. In his client work, Jeffrey advises insurers on complex issues related to risk, capital, and actuarial matters in the region. He specializes in market and credit risk, underwriting risk (life, health, and property/casualty), actuarial cash flow modeling, regulatory reporting, climate risk, and support for mergers and acquisitions. "Jeffrey started with us as an experienced professional and has played a key role in establishing and expanding our actuarial team in the Benelux region," Oliver Wyman wrote in the same post. More on: Oliver Wyman Netherlands Company profile Oliver Wyman is a Global partner of Consultancy.org Partnership information Consultancy.org works with three partnership levels: Local, Regional and Global. Oliver Wyman is a Global partner of Consultancy.org in Middle East, Africa, Asia, South Africa, Australia, Europe, India, Latin America, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Canada and United States. Upgrade or more information? Get in touch with our team for details.

Consulting.us
Jan 21st, 2026
Joseph Cox joins Oliver Wyman as partner in financial services practice

Joseph Cox joins Oliver Wyman as partner in financial services practice. Joseph Cox, a former assistant director at the Federal Reserve, has joined consulting firm Oliver Wyman as a partner in its banking and financial services industry practice and its finance, risk, and restructuring practice. Based in Washington, DC, Cox will help financial institutions navigate opportunities in stablecoins and tokenized deposits in the wake of the Genius Act. Passed in July 2025, the US federal law is the first comprehensive regulatory framework for payment stablecoins. "The passage of the GENIUS Act has created a transformative moment in how value is stored and transferred, with massive implications for banks, payment providers, and investors," Cox said. "I want to help clients find opportunities and solve challenges related to stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and crypto." Cox previously spent 13 years with the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. Most recently as an assistant director he helped build and lead the Novel Activities Supervision Program, which supervised banks engaged in crypto, distributed ledger technology, and fintech activities. Before that, he was a manager in the policy planning department and lead financial analyst in the Large Institution Supervision Coordination Committee. Cox has a master's degree in public policy from Georgetown University and a bachelor's degree from Duke University. "We're confident [Joseph Cox's] expertise in bank supervision, regulation, and risk management will drive significant value for our clients across the globe," Oliver Wyman said in a post on its LinkedIn page. Oliver Wyman has approximately 7,000 employees delivering consulting in strategy, operations, sales and marketing, and digital, among other areas. The firm in September added Susan Roth Katzke as a senior advisor to its banking and financial services practice.

Life Insurance International
Oct 15th, 2025
Marsh McLennan to rebrand as Marsh in 2026

Marsh McLennan to rebrand as Marsh in 2026. The rebranding aims to unify the company's expertise in reinsurance and consulting services under a single brand identity. Marsh McLennan has revealed plans for a rebranding strategy, which will see the company operate under the name Marsh, starting in January 2026. The move is designed to unify the company's expertise in reinsurance, people, risk, investment and consulting services under a single brand identity. After a transition period, Marsh McLennan's four businesses will adopt the new brand from 2027. Consequently, Marsh and Mercer will be marketed under the Marsh brand, Guy Carpenter will be rebranded as Marsh Re, and Oliver Wyman will operate as Oliver Wyman, a business of Marsh. Meanwhile, the Oliver Wyman Group operating unit will be renamed Marsh Management Consulting. The company's stock ticker will also be updated to 'MRSH' in January 2026. US tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate? Don't let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis. Marsh McLennan is also establishing a new division, Business and Client Services (BCS). It will be spearheaded by the company's chief information and operations officer Paul Beswick. BCS aims to create a cohesive data and technology environment that utilises AI and other technologies to improve client services while also enhancing operational efficiency. Marsh McLennan CEO and president John Doyle said: "The new Marsh brand will also symbolise everything its company has to offer: a distinct combination of capabilities in professional services, scale and specialisation for clients, enabled by cutting-edge AI and analytics. "With the changes announced today, our brand will embody the greater value we can create for all our stakeholders, while BCS will drive enhanced client service." Beswick stated: "The rapid development of AI, and the insights it can derive from its data, will help unlock new opportunities for its clients and colleagues. "By harnessing this powerful tool to simplify operations and elevate service quality, we will drive innovation and deliver efficiencies to reinvest in client value and growth." In August 2025, Marsh, in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, introduced BrokerSafe, an insurance facility providing auto liability coverage for US-based freight brokers.

Aircraft Interiors International
Oct 13th, 2025
Supply chain challenges could cost airlines more than $11 billion in 2025, says IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in collaboration with the Oliver Wyman management consultancy, have launched a joint study titled Reviving the Commercial Aircraft Supply Chain.

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