Consulting firms soften partner intakes despite rise in exits

Accenture energy market adviser Faye Griffiths has jumped to EY as part of its latest round of partner appointments, and says even the ascendant energy sector is not immune from the cost-out drive.

“It’s almost a universal focus, and the energy sector is no different. Every bit of capacity needs to be focused on, and reducing costs and investing well is incredibly important,” she said.