About the Role:Grade Level (for internal use): 09The Role: Senior Technical Research Analyst – Upstream Asset Valuation 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. The Impact: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. What’s in it for you:The Upstream Asset Valuation Research Analyst primary role is to maintain, grow and enhance the African upstream content in the Vantage platform. This is a hybrid role that will see you use both your technical experience / knowledge and your insights ability / experience. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your client engagement skills (internally and externally) and get involved in a breadth of topics. 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. 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 Perform detailed research and critically assess and capture field/company/country data from both internal and external sources Analysis of data/news for contact conversation and potential contributions to forecasting reports Ensure data validity, consistency and alignment with internal and external benchmarks where possible through the application of rigorous quality control and assurance processes Effectively prioritize competing requests for resources to deliver content, respond to stakeholders and support commercial activities Work within a team of geologists, economists and engineers Use critical judgment to evaluate field development activities and production performance of upstream assets 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 Nigeria sector 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. Key Qualifications and Skills:Self-motivated, multi-tasker Able to work with minimal supervision, have excellent attention to detail, and the ability to meet strict deadlines Excellent verbal and written communication skills with fluency in English. Working knowledge of common spreadsheet, word processing and presentation software. Solid grasp of global geography. Enthusiasm and a genuine interest in the subject matter are extremely important Ability to critically review inputs, calculations and outputs with keen natural interest in challenging the status quo Strong client-facing skills, with an ability to build audience confidence Able to work collaboratively as part of a global team as well as carry out independent research Comfortable working with large datasets. Experience using Excel and PowerBI would be an advantage Good understanding of the upstream oil and gas sector including; field development, cost estimation, supply/demand, midstream infrastructure and regulatory issues Experience in clean energy and decarbonization technologies highly advantageous. Previous experience in an operating company or as an upstream researcher/analyst for a research or consulting firm highly desirable Experience in emissions modelling would be an advantage Experience in business planning, development and investment appraisal of oil & gas projects Experience, or knowledge of the Africa upstream sector would be highly desirable About S&P Global Commodity InsightsAt 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. 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