Research Analyst in Upstream

Company Description

Wood Mackenzie is a global research, analytics, and consultancy business powering the natural resources industry. For 50 years, we have provided quality data, analytics, and insights that our customers depend on to inform their decision-making process.

Our specialized teams in oil, gas & LNG, power & renewables, chemicals, metals & mining are situated globally and handle a multitude of projects based on our evaluation and valuation of thousands of individual assets, companies, and economic indicators such as market supply, demand, and price trends.

We employ over 1,900 individuals across 30 locations, serving clients in nearly 80 countries. Together, we inspire and innovate the markets we operate in – providing invaluable intelligence to assist our customers in overcoming the toughest challenges, and making strategic decisions that will, in the end, hasten the world's shift towards a more sustainable future.

Job Description

We are seeking a Research Analyst to join our Lower 48 Upstream Research Team.

This role is strategically positioned at the forefront of our Lower 48 upstream and commercial analysis. You will utilize a strong analytical background to shape views of productivity and costs for the most active unconventional plays in the Lower 48. Your analysis will undergird our asset, supply, and play analysis of one of the most vibrant oil and gas producing regions globally.

US shale is a dynamic and perpetually evolving sector, resulting in occasionally challenging but highly satisfying work. You will use your network and data analysis skills to gather valuable insights and author reports that challenge traditional perspectives. You will have the opportunity to present these views to a diverse range of clients, including national and major oil companies, operators, investment banks, and institutional investors.

About the role

You will be part of a team of analysts and experts that shape views for the US Lower 48 and substantiate our macro-level outlooks. You comprehend the core issues that affect the economic viability of unconventional plays and company developments. You will be proficient at modeling subsurface and completions factors that impact the productivity of each play. You can speak technically about the economic drivers of a play and development.

You will be vastly resourceful and draw on a wide array of sources to feed into your analysis. You will be comfortable and efficient at manipulating data. You will partner with analysts from our costs, corporate, and commodities teams to formulate a market narrative that is objective, integrated, and data-driven. You will develop and utilize your external network, closely cooperating with clients to identify emerging trends.

You will disseminate your analysis through written research and regularly present these views to internal stakeholders and clients. Over time, you will also formulate and share opinions on a range of sector topics related to supply: corporate strategies, business environment, M&A transactions, play economics, government energy policy, and regional geopolitics.

You will be able to prioritize what matters to clients and the team, frequently interacting with senior business stakeholders. You will ensure that we adopt new technologies or techniques to improve data processes and workflow.

Qualifications

Required

• Industry experience in upstream oil and gas, oilfield services, energy finance, strategy consulting with exposure to the Lower 48 unconventional industry
• An educational background in Engineering, Geosciences, Economics, or Finance
• Advanced analytical skills, curiosity, and a passion for upstream energy
• Exceptional writing and synthesizing skills. You can create impactful analysis and visuals that tell an engaging story, often within tight deadlines
• Action-oriented and commercial mindset
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced work environment and navigate ambiguity
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships at all levels within an organization
• Effective communication skills, with an ability to clearly articulate a perspective and provide data and arguments in support of it
• You are seeking a role where you can expand and share your knowledge and learn from others in a collaborative, commercial, and client-centric setting.

About you and how you can excel in this role

• You have a passion for upstream oil and gas, with an educational background in Engineering or Geosciences. You have built an in-depth understanding of the energy sector in your current or previous roles, preferably with hands-on experience with US unconventional plays.
• You possess an analytical, commercial mindset and an eye for detail. You are also able to see the bigger picture, allowing you to analyze and draw clear, coherent conclusions from various data and information. You can demonstrate prior experience with economic modeling/forecasting and petroleum economics. Additionally, prior experience with advanced data analysis in Excel, PowerQuery, Python, or R would be advantageous.
• You find it easy to communicate complex or technical information and deliver messages in an easily understandable manner. You thrive in collaborative, commercial, and client-focused settings. 
• You have a proven track record of nurturing strong working relationships, including coaching, influencing, and developing those around you. Your work style is productive and driven, aiming to be best in class. You often share ideas and seek better ways of working.
• You excel in a fast-paced work environment and work effectively amidst ambiguity. You are seeking a role where you can build on your existing knowledge and learn from others. You also enjoy sharing what you have learnt with others.

Additional Information

Wood Mackenzie is an equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, age, or disability.

https://www.woodmac.com/careers/jobs/

Unsolicited resumes sent to Wood Mackenzie, including those sent to a Wood Mackenzie business mailing address, fax machine or email address, or directly to Wood Mackenzie employees, will be considered Wood Mackenzie property. Wood Mackenzie will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Wood Mackenzie takes your data privacy seriously. Please click here to view our privacy notices:  /

#LI-GW1