Commodity Analyst

Based in Oxford, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join a small, world-leading consultancy specialising in critical metals and technology research.

Job description

The position would suit a graduate with one to two year's work experience from a scientific (including mining geology/mining), economics or humanities background with an active interest in the global financial markets and commodities.

The role will involve monitoring global macroeconomic developments, metal investment, commodity supply/demand, company reporting and technology evolution, to provide ongoing authoritative metals market commentary and analysis. Previous experience in a role involved with commodities would be an advantage and would be reflected in the remuneration package offered.

Familiarity with Bloomberg terminals is preferred, but training can be provided if necessary. The work will require contribution to weekly metals market commentary, leveraging off market announcements, insights, live statistical databases and commodity supply-demand databases. Experience of Adobe InDesign will be required to publish reports.

In addition, you may be involved in sectoral industry analysis and database management for forward-looking quarterly and biannual market reports for financial institutions, end users and supplier companies.

If you are in the early stages of your career, you will have the opportunity to work closely with an experienced analyst to gain experience. However, we are also happy to receive applications from experienced commodity analysts.

About SFA

The importance of critical metals for new technologies, as well as being a strategic part of companies supply chains has never been so self-evident and internationally recognised. SFA (Oxford) is company of consulting analysts in tomorrow’s commodities and technologies, based in Oxford, who for over 20 years we have been recognised as a world authority, providing advisory services and market intelligence to major companies, governments and trade bodies around the world. Further information can be found at https://www.sfa-oxford.com.

Requirements for the role

• Bachelor’s Degree at grade 2:1 or above in science, economics or humanities
• A previous commodities role is highly desirable, and remuneration will reflect experience
• Excellent written skills, attention to detail and accuracy are essential
• An active interest in global financial markets and commodities
• Familiarity with Bloomberg terminals is preferred, but training can be provided
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly in Excel
• Adobe Illustrator/InDesign experience would be very advantageous, as will Python programming
• The ability to work under pressure and meet client deadlines when required
• The ability to work well within a team and to maintain databases and produce reports independently
• Fluency in English is essential

Location

• Full time, Oxford office (must be within commuting distance).

Benefits

• Competitive salary, pension, 26 days holiday and long-term benefits scheme.
• Potential to travel and to carve out your own niche expertise.
• Work with leading companies globally.
• Friendly and collaborative office environment.

Apply now

• To put yourself forward for this role, please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected]