In the middle of the energy transition, businesses and governments are faced with significant challenges. But the pace and scale of change mean every decision is made under mounting pressure. Now, more than ever, companies need reliable data, analytics and actionable insight.
Wood Mackenzie is the leading global provider of data and analytics solutions for the renewables, energy and natural resources sectors.
Wood Mackenzie's services include data, analytics, insight, events and consultancy. A trusted partner for over 50 years, Wood Mackenzie's team has over 2,300 experts across more than 30 global locations who cover the entire supply chain.
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
We are looking for a Senior Analyst to join our Oils & Chemicals Assets research team. Wood Mackenzie provides integrated commercial and strategic subscription research and consultancy services for the chemicals, fibres, plastics and sustainability sectors. We provide insight combined with proprietary data, helping companies identify trends and take advantage of opportunities. Together, we inspire and innovate the markets we serve. The Oils & Chemicals Research team is expanding rapidly and is a key vector of growth for Wood Mackenzie.
About The Role
- You will be a key member of the Assets research team, supporting our Asian coverage of the aromatics group of chemicals with a particular focus on Paraxylene, PTA and related markets.
- You will lead, develop and execute the commercial strategies set with the team for the Paraxylene and PTA Asset Benchmarking Tools. There could also be opportunities to drive growth in new product areas such as asset monitoring and GHG emissions benchmarking.
- You will produce high-quality research in the form of thought-provoking reports, presentations and articles and will contribute to bespoke consulting projects. You will research and validate markets, assets, ownerships and strategies and will assist in producing cost, price and margin forecasts at the regional and global levels.
- Through your research and responding to client queries, you will strengthen your network of contacts at key companies and industry associations. Your contribution to our industry-leading written reports, supply-demand models and presentations will be valued.
About You and How You Can Excel in This Role
- The successful candidate will have substantive experience in an analytical role.
- Relevant industry knowledge of the petrochemical and refining sectors as well as in-depth understanding of base chemical markets would be advantageous. Technical experience in a refinery or petrochemicals plant would be considered a plus.
- We are happy to consider candidates with extensive expertise in any one aspect of petrochemical industry refinery/chemical integration, benzene/styrene, paraxylene, PTA or other related derivatives.
- You will have good knowledge of commodity product behaviors, and capability to identify key drivers (such as macroeconomic indicators, industrial/consumer activities, domestic prices, etc.) so that their effects on production, demand, price and trade are quantified in models by product and sector.
- You are comfortable collecting and interpreting data, articulating your findings in a clear and insightful manner.
- You have a flair for written communications and confidence when presenting your insights to small and large groups.
- You are looking for a role where you can build on your existing knowledge and learn from others in a collaborative, commercial and customer-centric environment. You also enjoy sharing what you have learnt with others.
- You can work independently and as part of a team, generating ideas you want to share. The way in which you work is productive and driven.
- If you are looking for a new opportunity in chemicals, or to expand your existing network of customers and contacts in the industry, then this role will enable you to use your effective client engagement skills.
What You'll Love About Wood Mackenzie
For the past 50 years, we have established our reputation as a trusted source of knowledge and forward-looking insight for the world's most innovative organizations.
Our teams are located around the world and deliver research and consulting projects based on our assessment and valuation of thousands of individual assets, companies and economic indicators such as market supply, demand and price trends. As a result, we can count the world's key energy institutions and governments among our most loyal customers.
At Wood Mackenzie we are committed to supporting our people to grow and thrive. We value different perspectives and aspire to create an inclusive environment which encourages diversity and fosters a sense of belonging. Wood Mackenzie values each individual's contribution and helps them reach their full potential while sustaining an organisational culture of health and well-being.
- 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, but this may be subject to change in the future
- The nature of this role precludes it from consideration for part-time or flexible working arrangements. Due to the global nature of the team, a degree of flexible working will be required to accommodate different time zones
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
Equal Opportunities
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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