Senior Research Analyst - Global Power Markets
Senior Research Analyst - Global Power Markets
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Job Description
Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables energy and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human intelligence. In an everchanging world companies and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. Thats why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth backed by over 50 years experience. Our team of over 2400 experts operating across 30 global locations are enabling customers decisions through realtime analytics consultancy events and thought leadership. Together we deliver the insight they need to separate risk from opportunity and make confident decisions when it matters most.
Wood Mackenzie Values
- Inclusive we succeed together
- Trusting we choose to trust each other
- Customer committed we put customers at the heart of our decisions
- Future Focused we accelerate change
- Curious we turn knowledge into action
Role Purpose
We are seeking a Senior Research Analyst to lead and support the development of assetlevel revenue forecasts for renewable conventional and storage assets across global markets. This role is specifically focused on asset revenue forecasting requiring expertise in asset valuation and financial modelling. The Senior Research Analyst will oversee research analysts conduct indepth market research analyse historical and current energy data and provide insights to enhance forecasting accuracy. The role also involves constant collaboration with engineering product and data teams to integrate research findings and contribute to the development of the overall product. This position reports to the Programme Lead and plays a key role in driving research excellence.
Main Responsibilities
Lead and oversee research efforts on global power markets including trends in revenue mechanisms for all generation technologies.
Manage and mentor Research Analysts providing guidance feedback and technical expertise to enhance research quality.
Conduct and oversee indepth market analysis identifying key trends risks and opportunities for asset performance.
Monitor and interpret regulatory changes market designs and policy updates that impact energy assets globally.
Provide strategic market assumptions and context to support revenue forecasting models.
Analyse demand supply and weather trends to refine market inputs and validate forecast outputs.
Develop structured methodologies for synthesizing market data and integrating it into revenue models.
Prepare highquality reports memos and presentations summarizing research insights for internal and external stakeholders.
Establish and maintain a structured repository of data sources research findings and key assumptions.
Track and synthesize industry publications reports and news to inform research direction.
Work closely with data analysts to align research findings with datasets used in modelling.
Collaborate closely with engineering product and data teams to ensure research insights are effectively incorporated into the overall product development.
Present research findings to senior leadership clients and industry stakeholders addressing key questions and challenges.
Expectations
Bachelors or Masters degree in Economics Energy Studies Environmental Science Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum 35 years of experience in renewable modelling asset valuation revenue forecasting and financial modelling for energy assets.
Significant experience in power markets with a strong understanding of revenue mechanisms.
Deep understanding of renewable energy storage technologies and conventional energy trends.
Strong familiarity with electricity and energy markets including market structures policy and regulatory environments.
Experience leading or mentoring research teams.
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with an ability to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex concepts clearly to various stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple tasks prioritize effectively and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
Collaborative mindset with a demonstrated ability to work across crossfunctional teams.
Proficiency in Python and SQL is a plus.
Experience with research tools market reports and large energy datasets.
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Equal Opportunities
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Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
