About the role:
The LSEG Oil Research team provides market insight and analysis and to clients interested in the crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals sectors through assessment of global supply and demand, trade flows, infrastructure outages, derivatives markets and other trade-relevant activities.
We are currently seeking a Senior Research Specialist, with market or industry knowledge of Crude Oil. The role is based in Mumbai with a focus on the Asian markets, though knowledge of market dynamics across other regions or at the global level is desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic Research team to develop new methodologies, quantitative models and analysis that directly create client impact!
Role Responsibilities
The Senior Research Specialist will have responsibility for conducting primary and secondary research on Crude Oil markets, delivering written and quantitative analysis and collaborating on supply and demand models. In this capacity, the person will serve as a key member of the global Crude Oil Product teams and the broader regional Oil and Commodities Research teams, supporting others where needed. The new joiner will be encouraged to build positive relationships both inside the company and with customers, to understand their drivers and deliver positive outcomes. Additionally, the candidate will develop and maintain a network of local and international market players to provide insight and improve our products.
Career Stage:
Senior AssociateLondon Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:
Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics/Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, or Petroleum studies
- 8-10 years' experience in physical product markets or a research house as a trader or analyst
- Strong understanding of market fundamentals and the oil and gas value chain
- Network of physical trading contacts in Asia (and potentially other regions)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in advanced Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Experience building global supply and demand models
- VBA coding experience
- Knowledge of Python or MATLAB
- Advanced knowledge of PowerBI
- Strong time management, critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail
- Master's degree or technical specialization/certification
- Experience in Refining or Petrochemical sectors
What We Do
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a diversified international markets infrastructure business —earning our clients’ trust for over 300 years. That legacy of customer-focused excellence ensures that you can rely on our expertise in capital formation, intellectual property and risk and balance sheet management. As global leaders in financial indexing, benchmarking and analytic services, we offer unrivalled access to international capital markets. Our high-performance technology solutions enable companies worldwide to access funds for growth and development. And with our Data & Analytics, Capital Markets and Post Trade divisions, we provide a comprehensive, integrated suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services that help our customers pursue—and achieve—their ambitions. You can count on our open access model for unparalleled partnership, flexibility, stability, and support across all of our businesses. That’s how we make a difference— ensuring people can meet their potential—worldwide.
