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Argus Consulting Services is the research division of Argus Media — the largest independent energy publisher in the world. We provide clients with customised analysis, research, data and commentary services on international energy markets.
Our research is firmly focused on markets — their structure, logistics and economics. Argus Consulting Services draws on Argus’ key strengths — energy markets expertise, global networks and proprietary databases — in order to deliver real client value.
The division undertakes tailor-made commissioned assignments for a wide variety of clients, including governments, national oil and energy companies, multi-nationals, the finance sector, energy traders, upstream, mid and downstream independents, and clients in the consultancy and energy services sectors.
Job purpose
Due to the continued growth of the business, we are currently looking for a driven and analytical Graduate Analyst to join the business. The ideal candidate will be an excellent analyst and will thrive in a fast- paced environment. They will also be process oriented and have a keen eye for detail. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in analytics consulting.
You will work on the development of demand forecasting models, as well as building and developing financial models and long-term price forecasting models. The role will require you to code in R and to assist in the development of data science and modelling techniques new to Argus. Individuals with an academic background in statistic or econometrics will thrive in this role. The opportunities for reward are excellent.
Key responsibilities
- Work on and develop forecasting models with Argus’ Data Science team using R
- Apply econometric and statistical modelling techniques to commodity data sets
Maintain and develop financial models (including DCF)
- Work with commodity analysis teams to produce regular forecasts of demand and prices
- Provide written analysis for subscription report services
- Present modelling methodologies and outcomes to internal stakeholders and clients
- Liaise with Argus staff to ensure current knowledge of Argus products and to identify opportunities to promote services.
Skills and experience
- Graduate with a strong degree from a leading university
- Highly numerate with experience analysing data quickly and meticulously with excellent attention to detail and accuracy focus
- Intellectually curious and able to demonstrate structured problem solving and analytical skills
- Proven experience of working with R or Python programming languages at undergraduate or postgraduate level
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks to deadline and to meet targets
- Works as a team player with good communication skills
- Flexible in approach, highly motivated and willing to contribute to the growth of Argus’ Consulting Services.
About Argus Media
Argus Media is committed to ensuring career and personal growth for all its staff and provides extensive training and career development opportunities, as well as participation in employee-led initiatives, including a women’s network.
Argus is an independent media organisation with almost 1100 staff. It is headquartered in London and has 26 offices in the world’s principal commodity trading and production centres. Argus produces price assessments and analysis of international energy and other commodity markets and offers bespoke consulting services and industry-leading conferences.
Companies in 140 countries around the world use Argus data to index physical trade and as benchmarks in financial derivative markets as well as for analysis and planning purposes.
Argus was founded in 1970 and is a privately held UK-registered company. It is owned by employee shareholders, global growth equity firm General Atlantic and Hg, the specialist software and technology services investor.
Benefits
Our rapidly growing, award winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognises and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success.
- Competitive salary and company bonus scheme
- Group pension scheme
- Group healthcare and life assurance scheme
- 25 days holiday with annual increase up to 30 days
- Subsidised gym membership
- Season ticket travel loans
- Cycle to work scheme
- Extensive internal and external training
