Analyst / Senior Analyst - Oil Research

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A NEW TEAM MEMBER! JOIN US as part of our successful, diverse team in EMEA.

Position Summary:

The LSEG Oil Research team is providing market insight, analysis and instantaneous access to clients interested in the crude oil and refined products markets by continuously monitoring and providing analysis on global supply and demand, trade flows, infrastructure outages, derivatives market and other financial activities. The analyst will have responsibility to develop and maintain Python-based models of crude and refined product supply and demand balances and price forecasts. Based in London, or Mumbai the role will focus on the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. The new joiner will also be involved in data collection and manipulation, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and assist in writing and publishing timely weekly and adhoc special reports. The candidate will also be required to develop PowerBI models and dashboards for distribution of model outputs, along with PowerPoint documents based on our research and datasets, and ultimately work with the senior analysts on building relationships with the various partners in the EMEA energy market. This is an excellent opportunity to join a market leading Research team in the oil markets to design and develop new methodologies, quantitative models and analysis, and enhance existing products and services.

Role Responsibilities:

• Responsible for conducting primary and secondary research across the barrel, with a focus on building supply & demand models.
• The analyst is encouraged to come with a strong analytics and modelling background either as part of a Research advisory organization or for an oil company.
• Maintain daily interaction with a network of local and international oil market players to provide market insight for our clients.
• Conduct research, prepare client-facing materials, and complete workflow to the required quality and within the designated timeframe.
• Continuously maintain and improve core technical and analytical processes.
• Support the business development process by preparing client presentations to showcase our capabilities and research to clients.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Economics, Mathematics/Statistics, Engineering or Petroleum studies from a reputable university.
• A masters or technical specialization / certification would be advantageous.
• Experience of at least 3-5 years in the physical oil markets or a research house, with an understanding of market fundamentals and the oil value chain.
• Proficiency of Python to query, interrogate and build models using large data sets. Knowledge of machine learning techniques desirable.
• Advanced skills in using the Microsoft suite of applications and visualization tools such as Power BI (or) Tableau.
• Some understanding of financial markets, and their impact on the oil industry would be an advantage.
• Able to conduct, analyze, and report primary research.
• Ability to communicate market insights in clear and concise style through reports, presentations, and webinars.
• Good critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, while completing work to required standard within the allocated timeframes.

Career Stage: Senior Associate

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you. LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.