**About the Role:** **Grade Level (for internal use):** 12 **The** **Role:** Associate Director - Oil Markets and Downstream – Asia/Middle East **Responsibilities:** You will be part of the Refining and Marketing – Asia and the Middle East Downstream team and you will undertake key responsibilities such as: + Lead the short-term supply/demand/pricing of refined products by analyzing downstream market developments, through modeling and non-quantitative drivers. Key themes such as macroeconomic developments, energy transition, penetration of alternative fuels, refinery investments, and refinery outages and rationalization are embedded in these forecasts. In addition, one will also lead the forecast for long-term pricing of refined products that is consistent with the global/regional balance outlook. + Support subscription services by producing deadline-driven, quick-turnaround analysis, and research on the Asia and Middle Eastern downstream markets and the companies operating within them. + Become the thought leader in Asia and the Middle East oil markets and the “go-to” expert for client interactions. + Create a motivated and inspiring team environment with an open communication culture enabling the timely delivery of high-quality research services that are valuable for clients’ decision-making. + Generate original research ideas and carry out topical research and deliver through written reports, presentations at company and industry events, and one-on-one sessions with clients to help them understand policies, anticipate critical trends, examine the competitive landscape, and identify opportunities along the value chain. + As a core member of the broader OMD research team, work collaboratively with colleagues in various international offices and actively participate in setting the research agenda in Asia and the Middle East and globally, drawing upon your own experience along with regular client and colleague interactions. + Work closely with Commercial colleagues to help/support generate business opportunities, particularly with companies in Asia and the Middle East, for S&P Global Commodity Insights OMD products and services. **What We’re Looking For:** A highly motivated and personable individual who is a dynamic, articulate, well-rounded, critical thinker with resourcefulness and qualitative skills that will allow them to execute effectively on tasks with autonomy. The key qualifications and skills required: + Bachelor’s degree in quantitative subjects; a graduate degree is preferred, but not essential. + At least 10 years of relevant experience in the energy industry and demonstrated knowledge across a broad range of issues and trends within the oil and refining sector. A fundamental understanding of the Asia and/or Middle East downstream oil industry is strongly preferred. + Ability to examine data and information and use analytical tools to identify important strategic trends in the industry. Experience in writing succinct reports and presenting them to a professional energy audience is highly desirable. + Excellent Excel skills and proficiency with other MS applications required (Word and PowerPoint). + An excellent level of English, and both written and verbal presentation skills. Proficiency in other languages is a plus, notably Chinese, Korean, or Japanese + A strong desire to establish oneself as a thought leader in the field. An enthusiastic interest in Asia and the Middle East is preferred + A consummate team player and will be at ease in the fast pace of a research business, where timelines are varied, and deadlines are rigorous. + A self-starter, motivated to build new relationships and raise one's profile and that of the team amongst clients and peers. + Awareness of potential commercial opportunities and the ability to help both the client and internal colleagues in refining and qualifying those opportunities. **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. For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights . **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 world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress. **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. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. **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. We start with a foundation of **integrity** in all we do, bring a spirit of **discovery** to our work, and collaborate in close **partnership** with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. **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. Our benefits include: + Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. + Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. + Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. + Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. + Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. + Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference. 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It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all. ----------------------------------------------------------- **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. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:  EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com  and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  **US Candidates Only:** The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf   describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf ----------------------------------------------------------- 10 - Officials or Managers (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), RESECH103.2 - Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning) **Job ID:** 306417 **Posted On:** 2024-11-04 **Location:** Singapore, Singapore