#AnalystsofWavestone

#AnalystsofWavestone is a UK initiative to showcase the talent we have in the UK.

This article explores a selection of new Wavestone Analysts to find out what it’s like to start a career at Wavestone and the range of projects Analysts have the opportunity to work on.  The Analysts also share their aspirations for their future at Wavestone.

#AnalystsOfWavestone: Dhriti Kamat

 When did you join Wavestone?

I joined Wavestone in May 2018. This was just before the operations expansion with the acquisition of Xceed, as well as growth in UK markets.

What projects have been working on since joining Wavestone?

Over my past year in Wavestone, I have been part of three projects: the first was to help an oil and gas provider implement a new banking platform across its group. Mainly dealing with user testing, we trialled the scope of the new application.   The second, a shorter project and more international, was to help a financial services company’s users migrate to a new, secure mobile messaging application. I particularly enjoyed this change management project as I was able to travel to Milan, Frankfurt, and Madrid. All Italian stereotypes are true. Currently I am in a cybersecurity project at another financial services firm.

What has been the biggest lesson you have learned since joining Wavestone?

A reaffirmation of one of my views I’ve seen at Wavestone is that is by being kind and positive, good things will happen in time. Be this on client site in trying to nudge clients to certain outcomes, or even internally when trying to develop, having a good-natured attitude will result in positive outcomes.

What are your aspirations for your career at Wavestone?

One of my goals at Wavestone is to get to a level to lead teams in client projects. Building the expertise and experience to get to that level will be a challenge, but one that I am willing to invest in.

#AnalystOfWavestone: Shriya Sethia

When did you join Wavestone?

I joined Wavestone in January 2019.

What projects have you been working on since joining Wavestone?

Since joining I have had the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. I have worked on an RFP for active directory and managed services for a world leader in premium tubular solutions. Alongside this, I have worked on various internal projects including defining processes for Wavestone’s acquisition of Xceed, marketing projects such as creating infographics on our key focus areas and developing training pathways for consultants in a broad range of areas such as agile and scrum, consulting skills and operating model.

What has been the biggest lesson you have learned since joining Wavestone?

The biggest lesson I have learnt since joining is that developing a broad range of skills through working in a variety of areas creates a broad skill-set, which you can take on board for all the projects you work on.

What are your aspirations for your career at Wavestone?

My aspirations for my career at Wavestone are to develop my consulting skills and technical knowledge by working on a variety of projects in a broad range of areas. The goal would be to create and deliver propositions that add value to the client, take on more responsibilities and provide value to the Wavestone team as my career progresses.

#AnalystsOfWavestone: Manuel Coutinho

When did you join Wavestone?

September 2018 following my Masters in Management from Imperial College Business School London.

What projects have you been working on since joining Wavestone?

I have worked on two Digital Workplace projects; five months working in London for a Pharmaceutical company on a global meeting room optimisation strategic plan and three months in Paris with a Global Cosmetics company working on a Global IT and EMEA project management role.

What has been the biggest lesson you have learned since joining Wavestone?

In some cases, it’s not about how much you know, but rather who you know that can help you deliver the best quality work.

What are your aspirations for your career at Wavestone?

To progress alongside the pool of talented colleagues and continue to pursue opportunities for international projects and experiences.

#AnalsytofWavestone: Florence Espitalier-Noel

When did you join Wavestone?

I joined Wavestone in January 2019 after completing my master’s degree at UCL School of Management and travelling in Latin America.

What projects have you been working on since joining Wavestone?

Since I joined, I have been working for a bank in London on a Physical Security project. My role as an Analyst has been to develop cost optimisation models for financial forecasting, coordinate operations between different contractors and synthesize different asset lists.

What has been the biggest lesson you have learned since joining Wavestone?

That it’s possible to learn new techniques and skills quickly while on a project, as there’s a lot of opportunity to practice. I have also noticed that asking too many questions is way better than not enough! It’s very important to communicate with colleagues and clients in a clear and concise manner to ensure a good flow.

What are your aspirations for your career at Wavestone?

My aim is to develop my technical and soft skills at Wavestone through training and by working on a variety of projects. I want to master my presentation, data and analytics skills to progress to a Consultant and hopefully one day, a Manager.