Research Analyst - North America Power Markets
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.
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Role Purpose
The Research Analyst will assist in developing and operating models, databases and reports for our growing North America Power Service. These responsibilities will include collecting market information/intelligence, analyzing data to generate market insights, and building analytical models to create market forecasts. The analyst will also be a point of contact between Wood Mackenzie and industry stakeholders and clients in the coverage area.
Main Responsibilities
Contribute to market research for Wood Mackenzie's Long-Term and Short-Term Power Market Outlooks. The successful candidate will take ownership of a specific ISO and become the regional market expert.
Own the development and improvement of Wood Mackenzie's proprietary models that underpin the market coverage.
Develop and maintain forecast models and data sets across verticals within the Power and Renewables team.
Provide high-quality client service to research subscribers through responding to inquiries, one-on-one conversations, and special events.
About You
Minimum 2 years of industry experience in the power sector.
Quantitative background and degree (e.g., economics, finance, engineering).
Required programming & software skills include: SQL Server, VBA, python (optional).
Knowledge of the structure of wholesale power markets and their operation.
Excellent problem-solving skills and interest in using both qualitative and quantitative methods to answer market questions.
Self-driven.
Superb communication skills, with demonstrated ability and comfort in interacting with clients and industry stakeholders.
An engaging and collaborative nature, capable of connecting with colleagues, clients and industry stakeholders in a wide range of professional settings.
A deep intellectual curiosity about the power sector and wider business landscape.
Superior writing skills.
Expectations
Expected behaviours and capabilities:
Effective communication
Collaboration across boundaries and with customers
Continuous improvement
Planning and prioritization
Acting with integrity
We are a hybrid working company, and the successful applicant will be expected to be physically present in the office at least 2 days per week to foster and contribute to a collaborative environment, but this may be subject to change in the future.
Due to the global nature of the team, a degree of flexible working will be required to accommodate different time zones.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If you are applying for a role and have a physical or mental disability, we will support you with your application or through the hiring process.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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