Analyst, Chemicals

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

09

The Team: The Chemical Research & Analytics team is growing as it builds market intelligence and insight across the commodity chemicals sector. This team is in constant dialogue with the industry to understand market dynamics and create market outlooks for key petrochemicals. The team also connects with groups across S&P Global to understand linkages across the industry, from upstream energy cost impacts to circularity influences and macroeconomic drivers of demand. We interact with associations, producers, consumers, traders, and transportation providers, engaging with individuals up to and including board level executives.

The Impact:

This role will support the regional and global Olefin & Derivatives team in generating chemical market intelligence. There is a short and long-term cadence of market coverage and activities which will include:

• Analysis of chemical value chain market trends

• Collating industry statistics and internal data to provide market insights

• Regular update of supply/demand balances, trade flows, operating schedules and price forecasts

• Research into emerging markets, plants and technologies

• Modelling and supporting the transformation of data

What’s in it for you:

• This person will join a dynamic and internationally-orientated research team of established individuals with varied industrial experience. The analyst role will support the continued building of chemical expertise which will provide exposure to a wide range of petrochemical products, markets, technologies and industries.

• The role provides the opportunity to work alongside other skilled analysts, helping to form a consistent and comprehensive view of the global chemical and plastics markets. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to improve their analytical skills and knowledge by interacting with other commodities teams, and groups within the wider S&P Global organization.

• The successful candidate joins at a time of unprecedented change within the industry, with climate change and plastic waste gaining ever-increasing importance in reporting and decision-making. The role provides opportunity to be at the forefront of this fast-changing landscape and help influence the way the industry navigates through the energy transition.

• This role comes at a time when the team is looking to leverage S&P Global’s wider expertise and experience in emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The right candidate will be able to gain early exposure to this, and influence the role that these technologies play in revolutionising the ways that we gather and deliver market intelligence.

Responsibilities:

• Perform modelling and analysis activities to develop and improve existing analytical models

• Conduct research into areas such as technology, energy transition and chemical recycling, identifying new data sources and statistical analysis of results

• Support subject matter experts in the development and maintenance of supply/demand balances, trade flows, and price forecasts

• Prepare presentations and develop presentation skills to engage with clients

• Work closely with other individuals and teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness of information and publications to clients

• Respond to client requests for data and analysis

What We’re Looking For: 

• Recent graduate or individual with industry experience in commodity markets with previous experience analysing petrochemical markets a plus

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Economics, Finance, or Business. Other numerate disciplines with equivalent experience within the chemical industry also considered

• This role is data-heavy so ability to manipulate and present data is essential. Expert status in Microsoft Office and advanced Excel essential, with a working knowledge of Power BI/Tableau, SQL and/or Python a positive

• Tenacity, with a natural curiosity about energy, chemical markets and circularity

• Well-rounded communication skills with good listening techniques, a concise writing style, strong verbal skills and attention to detail

• The ability to communicate across a wide range of groups and personalities internally and externally

• Flexibility to work in a global team environment, spanning multiple time-zones, focusing on collaboration and adapting to the needs of a diverse team to meet our objectives

• Adept at managing multiple tasks for different stakeholders and adhering to regular deadlines, with the ability to adjust individual priorities based upon team goals

About S&P Global Commodity Insights
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.

We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
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