Research Associate - Natural Gas

Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables, energy, and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human intelligence. In an ever-changing world, companies and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. That’s why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth, backed by over 50 years’ experience. Our team of over 2,400 experts, operating across 30 global locations, are enabling customers’ decisions through real-time analytics, consultancy, events and thought leadership. Together, we deliver the insight they need to separate risk from opportunity and make confident decisions when it matters most.

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Role Purpose

We monitor key events and conduct research to produce thought-provoking reports, data models, and presentations. From asset valuation to corporate reports, from market supply-demand research to price-forecasting, and from the regional to the global, our analysis helps shape our customers’ commercial strategies.

We also support bespoke consulting projects, diving deeper into our data to answer unique questions. We help our Sales team retain and win new business by spending time with customers and answering questions that matter to them. We work closely with colleagues in our Data and Product functions to maintain the quality of our published data and to deliver content via our growing Lens platform.

Through carrying out primary research, responding to customer questions, and presenting to industry stakeholders, you will build relationships and a network of contacts at key operators, national bodies, and other relevant institutions. Over time you will gain specialist knowledge and develop the skills you require to progress your career at Wood Mackenzie.

Main Responsibilities

We are looking for a Research Associate to join our Commodities Global Analyst Team in Mexico City covering the energy & natural resources industry. An ideal candidate for this role will support our team and provide data, analysis, and insights on the global market.

• Undertake detailed research and analysis of the energy & natural resources market, understanding the value chain, demand & consumption patterns, macroeconomic trends and their implications.
• Construct compelling narratives from researched/ available data points to present a strong view of the current market scenario and future possibilities.
• Contribute to regular research reports and support the SMEs in the publication of these reports & insights.
• Maintain and develop data models, methodology and other intellectual property related to the industry.
• Support with client engagement and showcase the ability to understand and execute client enquiries and ad hoc requests in a timely and professional manner.

Your application should showcase your enthusiasm for the sectors we cover and demonstrate your ability in the following areas, which we require daily at Wood Mackenzie.

• Research and data gathering – we identify and gather intelligence that feeds our industry expertise. We need inquisitive and passionate people with a keen eye for detail.
• Analysis - we provide market-leading research using this data/intelligence and form opinions for, and tell stories to, our customers. We need people with natural curiosity with the potential to become experts in their field and with the ability to articulate – both verbally and in writing – clear, insightful analysis.
• Internal engagement – we work with colleagues across the Wood Mackenzie business to deliver a compelling, integrated view of the natural resources sector to customers through our cutting-edge products. For this, we need people who are as comfortable working collaboratively as they are independently and who have excellent interpersonal skills.
• External engagement – we proactively connect with our customers and contacts in the industries we serve, adding value and promoting the Wood Mackenzie brand. This requires people with the potential to become industry experts who have intellectual curiosity, passion, and excellent presentation skills.
• Continuous improvement – at Wood Mackenzie, we are committed to transforming the way we power our planet. The energy transition is here and this impacts our customer base and how we serve them. We need colleagues with a change mindset, who are flexible, growth-orientated and proactive.

About You

• A degree in economics, or a relevant discipline of energy or natural resources and a good understanding of how the commodities industry works.
• Preferable experience of 1-3 years in market research on energy, natural resources or commodities.
• A good understanding of the value chain, macroeconomic trends, supply/demand fundamentals, and energy transition would be advantageous.
• You're comfortable collecting and interpreting data, articulating your findings clearly, and seeking to enhance your knowledge by asking thoughtful questions. You have experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, which helps you present your findings in a visually compelling way.
• Good written and spoken English with the ability to clearly express your views by writing compelling narratives.
• The ability to work as part of a team, achieving results and working effectively with colleagues in a collaborative manner.
• Creative and innovative thinking; the ability to develop and contribute to new ideas.
• Good organisation and planning skills, with the ability to manage your own workload.
   

Expectations

• You are curious, innovative, and passionate about the work you do.
• You want to become part of a global team, that is inclusive, works with a collaborative mindset
• You have an analytical mindset and an eye for detail, which have been proven in your academic and work experience to date.
• You are experienced at collecting and interpreting data and are skilled at articulating your findings in a clear, concise, and insightful manner.
• You demonstrate an ability to work independently and as part of a team, generating ideas you want to share and contributing to a best-in-class mindset.
• You are looking for a role where you can build on your existing knowledge and learn from others in a collaborative, commercial and client-centric environment.
• You have the desire to develop relationships with all the segments of the company. 
• 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.
• Due to the global nature of the team, a degree of flexible working will be required to accommodate different time zones.

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