Research Analyst (Lubricants)

Research Analyst (Lubricants)

About IHS Markit

IHS Markit harnesses deep sources of information, analytics and expertise to forge solutions for the industries and markets that drive global economies. Our company partners with clients in business, finance and government to provide the unrivaled insights and perspectives that lead to well-informed, confident decisions. We call this The New Intelligence. IHS Markit serves more than 50,000 key customers in more than 140 countries, including 80 percent of the Fortune Global 500.  We help decision makers apply higher-level thinking to daily tasks and strategic issues across a host of industries and disciplines including energy, finance, automotive, engineering, technology, maritime and trade, aerospace and defense, chemical, and economics and country risk. 

Headquartered in London, IHS Markit (Nasdaq: INFO) is committed to sustainable, profitable growth.

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We are looking for a Research Analyst to join our Global Lubricants research team in Paris, France. The Analyst will be a core contributor to our industry-leading business intelligence service and will also be involved in lubricants-focused analytical modelling work, as well as occasional consulting support.  This is an excellent opportunity for a young research-oriented professional to gain or deepen valuable experience in industry analysis by developing his/her expertise on this complex and strategically important sector.

Main Responsibilities

• Produce analytical profiles and reports examining trends in economic and political dynamics, regulatory environment, lubricants supply chain, lubricants demand, and competitive environment in specific markets
• Analyze strategies of key players in the base oil and lubricants industry
• Communicate subject matter expertise to clients and colleagues in other parts of the organization (e.g. sales, business development)
• Interview key industry contacts on lubricants- and base oils- related topics. Proactively search for new industry contacts
• Interpret technical information and share insights and understanding on various aspects of the lubricants and base oil industry
• Maintain lubricants- and base oils-related databases and data models

Requirements:

• Graduate degree in economics, business administration, or other relevant subject
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in industry analysis and/or other related fields
• Excellent writing skills; previous experience in business-related journalism and/or writing for publication would be an asset
• A high degree of intellectual curiosity, highly developed research skills, and attention to detail
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, ideally with established experience in working with complex analytical models
• Native-level proficiency in English; additional languages would be a strong advantage
• Proficiency in use of MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritize a multifaceted workload

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and a CV, as well as a recent sample of your academic or business writing that you feel is representative of your professional writing style to tanya.stepanova@ihsmarkit.com