Research Analyst NGL

Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables energy and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human an ever-changing 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 real-time 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.

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Company

Wood Mackenzie are the global research analytics and consultancy business powering the natural resources industry. For 50 years we have been providing the quality data analytics and insights our customers rely on to inspire their decision making.

Our dedicated oil gas & LNG power & renewables chemicals metals & mining sector teams are located around the world and deliver a variety of projects based on our assessment and valuation of thousands of individual assets companies and economic indicators such as market supply demand and price trends.

We have over 1900 employees in 30 locations serving customers in nearly 80 countries. Together we inspire and innovate the markets we serve providing invaluable intelligence to help our customers overcome the toughest challenges and make strategic decisions that will ultimately accelerate the worlds transition to a more sustainable future.

Role Purpose

We monitor key events and conduct research to produce thought-provoking reports data models and presentations. From asset valuation to corporate reports from market supply-demand research to price-forecasting and from the regional to the global our analysis helps shape our customers commercial strategies. Our analysts are instrumental in Wood Mackenzies purpose to transform the way we power our planet.

We also support bespoke consulting projects diving deeper into our data to answer unique questions. We help our Sales team retain and win new business by spending time with customers and answering questions that matter to them. We work closely with colleagues in our Data and Product functions to maintain the quality of our published data and to deliver content via our growing Lens platform.

Through carrying out primary research responding to customer questions and presenting to industry stakeholders you will build relationships and a network of contacts at key operators national bodies and other relevant institutions. Over time you will gain specialist knowledge and develop the skills you require to progress your career at Wood Mackenzie.

Main Responsibilities

We are looking for an Analyst to work as part of our Research team covering base chemicals like benzene/styrene and polymers within the Oils and Chemicals segment.

You will have relevant experience skills or knowledge that you can apply to the role allowing you to contribute to our research from day one. Your existing knowledge will enhance our coverage as you develop your career.

Diversity is at the core of our business and we welcome applications from a range of academic or professional backgrounds. Wood Mackenzie has adopted a hybrid approach and we expect people to be present in our offices 2 days per week.

Your application should showcase your enthusiasm for the sectors we cover and demonstrate your ability in the following areas which we require daily at Wood Mackenzie.

• Research and data gathering we identify and gather intelligence that feeds our industry expertise. We need inquisitive and passionate people with a keen eye for detail

• Analysis - we provide market-leading research using this data/intelligence and form opinions for and tell stories to our customers. We need people with natural curiosity with potential to become experts in their field and with the ability to articulate both verbally and in writing clear insightful analysis.

• Internal engagement we work with colleagues across the Wood Mackenzie business to deliver a compelling integrated view of the natural resources sector to customers through our cutting-edge products. For this we need people who are as comfortable working collaboratively as they are independently and who have excellent interpersonal skills.

• External engagement we proactively connect with our customers and contacts in the industries we serve adding value and promoting the Wood Mackenzie brand. This requires people with the potential to become industry experts who have intellectual curiosity passion and excellent presentation skills.

• Continuous improvement at Wood Mackenzie we are committed to transform the way we power our planet. The energy transition is here and this impacts our customer base and how we serve them. We need colleagues with a change mindset who are flexible growth-orientated and proactive.

Your day-to-day responsibilities and tasks will be focused around the areas of:

• Leading analysis and client engagement for base chems/polymers with clients based globally.

• Conducting thorough research to produce reports data models and presentations.

• Being a primary user for Wood Mackenzies proprietary models and technology.

• Forecasting supply and demand as well as balancing and pricing for different products.

• Collaborating with other teams to make short term and longer-term forecasts

• Publishing written reports and presentations for clients on the WoodMac portal.

• Engaging in primary research and respond to customer inquiries.

• Building relationships with industry stakeholders and enhance market research coverage.

About you

You are an economist or an engineer in a relevant area such as chemicals. You have a keen interest in commodity market dynamics and you want to develop an in-depth understanding of how these markets underpin the natural resources industry and impact our everyday lives.

You have an analytical mindset and an eye for detail which have been proven in your academic and/or work experience to date. You are comfortable collecting and interpreting data articulating your findings in a clear and insightful manner. You are curious and seek to clarify and enhance your knowledge by asking thoughtful questions. You also have a flair for writing and communication and confidence in presenting to an audience.

You are a highly adaptive team player and embrace fast-paced environments with frequent change. You are excited to be part of a team that gives you opportunities to work cross-functionally on a variety of tasks. You can work independently and as part of a global and regional team generating ideas you want to share. The way in which you work is productive and driven striving to be best in class.

You have an excellent command of English both written and spoken. Knowledge of at least one other language would be an advantage. You also have a good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Equal Opportunities

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