Research Analyst, Upstream Asset Valuation

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 About the Role: Senior Technical Research Analyst - Upstream Asset Valuation, Africa The Team: With the World's most comprehensive, primary data assets, S&P Global works closely with major Energy multinationals across EMEA. Our data aids risk and compliance and gives key insights into business planning and commodity trade flows. Within the Commodity Insights Division, we enable organizations to create long-term, sustainable value with data and insights for a complete view on the global energy and commodities markets. The Africa Vantage team focuses on sourcing, researching, analysing and reporting production, cost and asset valuation information across Africa. Responsibilities and Impact: The Upstream Asset Valuation Research Analyst primary role is to maintain, grow and enhance the African upstream content in the Upstream Asset Valuation platform - Vantage. This is a hybrid role that will see you use both your technical experience / knowledge and your insights ability / experience. You will be considered an expert in the assigned markets and will be required to provide asset valuation estimations and other insights based on data, information and analysis you carry out. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your client engagement skills (internally and externally) and get involved in a breadth of topics. With the energy transition currently ongoing and the shift to environmentally friendly developments, the team is looking to expand their knowledge and experience into technologies relevant to emissions reductions, improved operational efficiency and renewables for oil and gas developments. This position is critical in supporting the company's varied customers who subscribe to the Vantage platform and all Upstream Intelligence services. These customers include international and state-controlled oil and gas companies, financial analysts, vessel owners, shipyards, equipment suppliers and others. Responsibilities: Responsible for upstream asset evaluation across Africa; research gathering, reserve estimation, production forecasting, field development planning, cost estimation. Predominantly responsible for the modelling of the production and costs of oil & gas (conventional, unconventional and "green") projects in the region. Work within a team of geologists, economists and engineers. Capture risk and uncertainty and develop relevant scenarios. Carry out independent research, integrating findings with internal sources and by leveraging personal technical knowledge and understanding of regional market dynamics to build consistent and insightful asset analysis. A significant part of the role is client facing, communicating concepts and workflows in a clear and structured way. What We're Looking For: This position requires a university degree in Petroleum Engineering, Engineering, Geology and/or Economics but other relevant work experience will be considered. Preferred minimum of two years' work experience and familiarity with the oil and gas industry. Experience in the Africa region will be considered a plus. The position requires someone fluent in English, comfortable placing calls and asking questions in order to seek contacts, build industry relationships and gather data and information. Other languages will be considered a plus. Basic Required Qualifications: University degree in Petroleum Engineering, Engineering, Geology and/or Economics or related subjects. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with fluency in English. Working knowledge of common spreadsheet, word processing and presentation software. Self-motivated, multi-tasker. Able to work with minimal supervision, have excellent attention to detail, and the ability to meet strict deadlines. Good understanding of the upstream oil and gas sector including; field development, cost estimation, supply/demand, midstream infrastructure and regulatory issues. Additional Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in an operating company or as an upstream researcher/analyst for a research or consulting firm highly desirable. Experience in business planning, development and investment appraisal of oil & gas projects. Experience in clean energy and decarbonization technologies highly advantageous. Effectively prioritize competing requests for resources to deliver content, respond to stakeholders and support commercial activities. Use critical judgment to evaluate field development activities and production performance of upstream assets with keen natural interest in challenging the status quo. Comfortable working with large datasets. Experience using Excel and PowerBI would be an advantage. 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. 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 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. 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. 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. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. 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. US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster describes discrimination protections under federal law. Job ID: 303642 Posted On: 2024-07-02 Location: Virtual, Spain
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