Associate Director, Metals Trading Research

Grade Level (for internal use): 12 The Role: Associate Director, Metals Trading Research Role Summary: The Associate Director, Metals Trading Research position is within the Metals & Mining group with the S&P Global Energy organization. The Metals & Mining group provides data and research on the entire mining value chain from exploration and mine pipelines through demand and price forecasting. In this role, she/he will be partnering closely with Director, Head of Metals Trading Research in Singapore, plus other analysts around the world, Data Analytics team and Product Management teams. The key focus will be providing insights, analysis, analytical commentary and interpretation of current and future trends in the Metals markets based on data-driven analytics and comprehensive demand and supply models. Key Requirements: Play a key role in developing and maintaining market intelligence and research flow for S&P Global Energy’ Metals Trading Research product. Create market scenarios and actionable insights for Metals Trading Research. Drive visibility for S&P Global Energy’ clients into the dynamics of physical trade in Metals commodities markets. Provide analysis, analytical commentary and interpretation of current and future trends in Metals commodities including supply and demand analysis. Communicate insights to clients through published notes, presentations, calls, emails and meetings with clients and prospects. Partnering closely with Director, Head of Metals Trading Research, plus other analysts around the world, Data Analytics team and Product Management teams. Perform tasks and responsibilities as assigned based on priorities for team in order to meet/exceed requirements. Meet completion dates and provide input to manager regarding progress. Support new business development by performing ad hoc analysis tasks. Conduct original research and data mining to identify interesting, potentially marketable, findings in our data. Document research processes to establish internal standards. Work with Sales teams on analysis of reports and how to communicate appropriate information to the customer. Role and Responsibilities: An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 5–15 years of total commodity market experience, including a minimum of 5 years focused on metals market analytics. The role requires a strong understanding of market structures and trade dynamics, with experience in both physical and paper trading considered advantageous. ​ Technical/academic background in data analytics, machine learning and economic forecasting models will be beneficial. Expert knowledge of metals commodities market analysis and demand and supply drivers, based on a strong understanding of macroeconomics. Excellent numeracy and written skills, and high level of comfort working with large datasets from unstructured sources. Excellent communication skills and ability to establish and maintain strong professional relationships. Professional communication and presentation skills. Able to work independently and collaboratively with global S&P Global teams across different time zones whilst simultaneously carrying out independent tasks and activities. Highly skilled in Excel and PowerPoint. Experience in Tableau and Power BI will be beneficial. Knowledge of SQL and/or Python preferred. Educated to degree level, or equivalent experience, in a relevant subject. About S&P Global Energy At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration. S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make