Research Analyst

Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in analytics, insights and proprietary data across the entire energy and natural resources landscape.
For over 50 years our work has guided the decisions of the world’s most influential energy producers, utilities companies, financial institutions and governments.
Now, with the world’s energy system more complex and interconnected than ever before, sector-specific views are no longer enough. That’s why we’ve redefined what’s possible with Intelligence Connected.
By fusing our unparalleled proprietary data with the sharpest analytical minds, all supercharged by Synoptic AI, we deliver a clear, interconnected view of the entire value chain. Our trusted team of 2,700 experts across 30 countries breaks siloes and connects industries, markets and regions across the globe.
This empowers our customers to identify risk sooner, spot opportunities faster and recalibrate strategy with confidence – whether planning days, weeks, months or decades ahead.
Wood MackenzieIntelligence ConnectedWoodMac.comWood Mackenzie Brand VideoWood Mackenzie ValuesInclusive – we succeed togetherTrusting – we choose to trust each otherCustomer committed – we put customers at the heart of our decisionsFuture Focused – we accelerate changeCurious – we turn knowledge into actionRole PurposeWood Mackenzie is a leading provider of data, analytics and insights for the energy, chemicals, metals and mining sectors. We help companies, financial institutions and governments make better strategic decisions by combining industry expertise, proprietary data and advanced analytical capabilities.
Within this context, the Oil Supply Team delivers market-leading research, forecasts and data products that help clients understand oil market dynamics and navigate an evolving energy landscape. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to both our research and technical capabilities, supporting the analysis, data infrastructure, models and tools that underpin our products and client solutions. Working closely with analysts, modellers and product teams, you will help ensure our research remains accurate, scalable and impactful while supporting the continued development of our analytical and technology ResponsibilitiesWe are looking for an Analyst to join our Global Analyst Team within the Oil Production Forecast and North America Crude Market Service Team. This role combines industry research and market analysis with technical ownership of key data, modelling and automation workflows that underpin our research products. The successful candidate will be expected to:Analyse asset, market and industry developments across the commodities and markets they cover, generating short
- and long-term forecasts.
Gather, validate and interpret industry data to support Wood Mackenzie's market-leading research and analytical products.
Connect and build relationships with clients and industry participants to inform analysis and strengthen market understanding.
Collaborate with colleagues across Energy and Natural Resources to develop integrated market views and insights.
Produce high-quality written analysis on industry developments, including topics such as the Energy Transition, oil-petrochemical integration and sustainability.
Contribute to client-facing presentations, discussions and research outputs.
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. This includes being open to explore new AI opportunities.
AI literacy and critical think