Research Analyst - Refining

Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in analytics, insights and proprietary data across the entire energy and natural resources landscape.

For over 50 years our work has guided the decisions of the world’s most influential energy producers, utilities companies, financial institutions and governments.

Now, with the world’s energy system more complex and interconnected than ever before, sector-specific views are no longer enough. That’s why we’ve redefined what’s possible with Intelligence Connected.

By fusing our unparalleled proprietary data with the sharpest analytical minds, all supercharged by Synoptic AI, we deliver a clear, interconnected view of the entire value chain. Our trusted team of 2,700 experts across 30 countries breaks siloes and connects industries, markets and regions across the globe.

This empowers our customers to identify risk sooner, spot opportunities faster and recalibrate strategy with confidence – whether planning days, weeks, months or decades ahead.

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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.

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 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 enthusiastic Research Analyst to join our Refined Products and Transport Fuels team. The main focus of the role will be to analyse oil refining assets and oil product markets. We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about the future of the oil refining sector and how it will develop in the coming decades to meet the needs of society in a sustainable manner. The successful candidate will join a global team of analysts and industry experts undertaking fundamental research and modelling of all aspects of the oil and chemicals value chains. The role offers the opportunity to develop modelling and forecasting skills and comprehensive industry knowledge through regular interaction with other members of the global Oils and Chemicals team. The successful candidate will be required to collaborate closely with cross-functional research teams to integrate perspectives on how refineries are evolving in response to the energy transition, lead the analysis of oil refining assets, and provide strategic insights to our clients via presentations, webinars, or emails, in a prompt and professional manner.

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 the 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 commodities 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.
• Leadership/ Process Improvement – at Wood Mackenzie, we are committed to transforming 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.

About You

You have a keen interest in the oil refining or chemicals 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 will have relevant experience as an engineer or analyst, 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.

• Keen interest in refined oil product/ chemical market dynamics - as someone with a keen interest in oil/ chemical market dynamics, you want to understand how these markets impact the natural resources industry and our everyday lives. You can undertake analysis of the oil/ chemical markets to develop an integrated outlook for the refining sector. You can generate short-term and long-term forecasts by analysing market developments and contributing to regular research reports working as part of a global team.

• Analytical mindset and eye for detail - You're comfortable collecting and interpreting data, clearly articulating your findings, and seeking to enhance your knowledge by asking thoughtful questions. You can develop compelling narratives from researched/ available data points to present a strong view of the current market scenario and write insightful commentary on the challenges and opportunities for the refined products/ chemicals markets. You can maintain and develop data models, methodology and other intellectual property related to the industry. You have experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, which helps you present your findings in a visually compelling way.

• Highly adaptive team player - you thrive in fast-paced environments and are excited about the opportunity to work cross-functionally on a variety of tasks. You can work independently or as part of a team, generating ideas and striving to be the best in class.

• Excellent communication skills - Your strong command of English, both written and spoken, allows you to communicate effectively in the globalised commodity market. You can support with client engagement and showcase the ability to understand and execute client enquiries and ad hoc requests in a timely and professional manner.                                                                                                    

Expectations

• Growth mindset - taking the initiative to learn new skills, seeking out feedback and actively applying what has been learned in the workplace.
• Change agility - maintaining high performance through disruption and change.
• We are a hybrid working company and the successful applicant will be expected to be physically present in the office at least 2 days per week to foster and contribute to a collaborative environment. This is subject to change per company policy.
• This is a full-time role.

Diversity is at the core of our business and we welcome applications from a range of academic or professional backgrounds.

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We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at www.eeoc.gov 

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