Senior Analyst (Upstream Oil & Gas) Job at Wood Mackenzie

Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in data, analysis and consulting across the energy, chemicals, metals, mining, power and renewables sectors. Founded in 1973, our success has always been underpinned by the simple principle of providing trusted research and advice that makes a difference to our customers. Today we have over 2,000 customers ranging from the largest global energy companies and financial institutions to governments as well as smaller market specialists.

We are committed to creating a workplace that works for you and encourage everyone to get involved in our Wellness, Diversity and Inclusion, and Community Engagement initiatives. We actively support flexible working and are happy to consider alternative work patterns, taking into account your needs and the needs of the team or division that you are looking to join.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Senior Analyst (Upstream Oil & Gas)

Job Location: Abuja
Job Type: Full time

Job Description

• We are looking for a Senior Analyst to join our Upstream team in Abuja. Our dedicated oil and gas sector teams are located around the world, delivering research and consulting services based on our assessment and valuation of thousands of individual assets.
• Together, we work with a range of clients including major energy companies, national oil companies, investment banks and institutional investors.
• The level of your appointment on the company banding structure will be dependent on your skills, experience and capabilities demonstrated at assessment prior to offer of employment.

About the role

• As part of a world-class team of oil and gas experts, you will monitor and assess key events and commercial developments across the upstream industry. The role involves gathering and analysing industry data.
• You will also form opinions on the impact of the energy transition, corporate strategies, business environment, exploration, M&A deals, petroleum economics, government energy policy and regional geopolitics.
• You will have a keen eye for quality and take pride in the work that you produce.
• You will support the team in delivering its weekly and quarterly data sets to our clients and will take an active role in ensuring both the quality and timeliness of the data set.
• You will use this to produce high-quality research in the form of thought-provoking articles, presentations and reports.
• You will develop a unique perspective and understanding of the oil and gas industry.
• Over time, you will become adept at valuing oil and gas assets and understand the key issues that inform that valuation.
• Through your research and responding to client queries, you will develop a network of senior contacts at key companies and bodies.
• You will develop a unique perspective and understanding of the oil and gas industry.
• Your contribution to our industry-leading written reports, economic models and presentations will be valued. You will get the opportunity to travel.

Qualifications

• You have an analytical mindset and an eye for detail, which has been proven in your academic and work experience to date.
• You are looking for a place where you can grow and learn from others in a collaborative, commercial and client-centric environment.  
• You are able to work independently and as part of a team, generating ideas you want to share.
• The way in which you work is productive and driven, striving to be best in class.
• You are comfortable collecting and interpreting data, articulating your findings in a clear and insightful manner.
• You also have a flair for writing and communication. Fluency in written and verbal English is necessary.  
• Your long-term aspiration is to be an influential expert, setting the industry agenda, leveraging off data analytics.
• If you are curious about the upstream oil and gas industry and want to develop an in-depth understanding of the energy sector, this is a great role for you.