Senior Research Analyst - Chemicals
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We are looking for a Senior Research Analyst to join our NGLs & Base Chemicals team, part of the Oils & Chemicals Markets team. Wood Mackenzie Chemicals provides integrated commercial and strategic subscription research and consultancy services for the chemicals, fibres, films and plastics 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 Chemicals 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 Chemicals Research team, leading our coverage of EO/EG markets in the Americas. You will evaluate the trends in these markets from traditional routes as well as sustainable circular routes such as chemical recycling and bio sources. 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 also participate in major industry events and conferences.
You will research and validate markets, assets, 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 market knowledge of the chemical sector and an in-depth understanding of EO/EG markets would be ideal. Alternatively, knowledge of olefins and/ or polyester chemistries would be advantageous. You will have good knowledge of commodity product behaviours, and the 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 and articulating your findings in a clear and insightful manner. You also have a flair for written communication 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, striving to be the best in class.
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.
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