Research Associate

In the middle of the energy transition, businesses and governments are faced with significant challenges. But the pace and scale of change mean every decision is made under mounting pressure. Now, more than ever, companies need reliable data, analytics and actionable insight.Wood Mackenzie is the leading global provider of data and analytics solutions for the renewables, energy and natural resources sectors.Wood Mackenzie’s services include data, analytics, insight, events and consultancy. A trusted partner for over 50 years, Wood Mackenzie’s team has over 2,300 experts across more than 30 global locations who cover the entire supply chain.**Wood Mackenzie Values**- Inclusive - we succeed together- Trusting - we choose to trust each other- Customer committed - we put customers at the heart of our decisions- Future Focused - we accelerate change- Curious - we turn knowledge into action**Main Responsibilities**Where you have been is important, but we are more interested in where you can go. We’re looking for Associates with a genuine passion for energy and natural resources who have the potential to grow at Wood Mackenzie. You may be a recent graduate, looking for a career change, or returning to work after a break.We are looking for an Associate to work as part of our Research team covering Oils & Chemicals segment.- Analyse asset and market developments for the commodities they cover, generating forecasts on what will happen in the short term and the long term.- Connect and build relationships with clients to inform their analysis and strategies.- Collaborate with colleagues covering other sectors to generate an integrated view of the Energy and Natural Resources sector.- Write insightful commentary on the challenges and opportunities for the commodities they cover, specifically around the Energy Transition, Oil-Petrochemical integration, and the drive towards Sustainability.- Support efforts to improve current internal processes.- ** 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 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 transform 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**You have a keen interest in commodity market dynamics, and you want to develop an in-depth understanding of how these markets underpin the natural resources industry and impact our everyday lives.You have an analytical mindset and an eye for detail, which have been proven in your academic and/or work experience to date. You are comfortable collecting and interpreting data, articulating your findings in a clear and insightful manner. You are curious and seek to clarify and enhance your knowledge by asking thoughtful questions. You also have a flair for writing and communication and confidence in presenting to an audience.You are a highly adaptive team player and embrace fast-paced environments with frequent change. You are excited to be part of a team that give you opportunities to work cross-functionally on a variety of tasks. You can work independently and as part of a global and regional team, generating ideas you want to share. The way in which you work is productive and driven, striving to be best in class.You have an excellent command of English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of at least one other language would be an advantage. You also have a good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.**Equal Opportunities