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We connect data, markets and customers to create a comprehensive, trusted view of the global commodities markets. For our customers, the intelligence we provide is empowering, which as a result influences thousands of decisions across supply chains every single day. We believe the right culture has the same effect. Our culture empowers our people, giving them the confidence and inspiration they need to achieve their aspirations, thrive on innovation and explore more.
We have an outstanding opportunity for an analyst to join our team focused on the petrochemicals industry. It provides an excellent opportunity to help deliver our company’s strategy and vision, with an excellent career perspective due to strong and ongoing business growth.
This role will enable someone with the skills and capacity to develop expertise in a dynamic and evolving sector. There will be a strong research element to the role, with data gathering and relationship building within the industry expected. A high level of internal collaboration will be required with colleagues around the world and across different functions.
Strong data handling, analytical, and communication skills will be required. Attention to detail, creativity, and initiative will be highly valued.
This role would suit an individual with a relevant academic background and/or experience in petrochemicals. The role will involve exposure to and collaboration with our global team of industry experts and quantitative analysts.
Main accountabilities/responsibilities
This is an outstanding career opportunity within a market-leading global business. We have a supportive culture with a keen focus on innovation, technical excellence, career development and mutual support:
- Cover regional petrochemical markets, with a focus on Europe - produce monthly price forecast reports with a high level of insight and accuracy
- Write insightful analysis explaining production costs, margins, price trends and market developments for the region including regional overviews and outlooks
- Build and nurture a wide network of industry contacts
- Track changes in demand, supply, trade flows as well as related markets and contribute to updating relevant databases
- Report on complex topics in an engaging and timely manner using data visualisations
Key skills required
- Data analysis experience
- Degree, or equivalent experience, in a quantitative field (Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred)
- Working knowledge of SQL and Python and experience applying these to solving analytical problems would be advantageous
- Analytical, pro-active critical thinker
- Eye for detail, well-organised and able to meet deadlines and work to a high standard on multiple assignments
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English and an aptitude for building contacts and networks
We offer
- A vibrant working environment in a dynamic, inclusive, ambitious and committed team
- Exposure to key market players in the global plastics markets
- Personal development opportunities working for the global provider of petrochemical analytics
- Flexibility, loyalty, empowerment and trust are part of our corporate culture
