Director Consulting Bespoke Research

Dow Jones & Company; Dubai; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Director of Bespoke Research/Consulting to lead projects in the chemical market analytics sector. This role involves developing client relationships, creating proposals, and managing consulting projects while collaborating with a global team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of the chemical and energy industries, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and a proven track record in consulting. Join a dynamic and innovative team that provides deep insights and advisory services to enhance operational efficiency in the global chemical industry. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving field.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Education Benefits

Family Care Benefits

Commuter Transit Program

Subscription Discounts

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in chemical or energy industry consulting.
• Advanced computer skills with emphasis on data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop consulting project proposals and manage client relationships.
• Mentor junior analysts and deliver approved projects.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Negotiation Skills

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Data Analysis Software

Job description

Job Description:

About the Role:
Reporting into the Vice President Bespoke Research/Consulting you will develop quote lead and conduct bespoke research consulting projects with Chemical Market Analytics clients related to multiple products including olefins, plastics, aromatics, inorganics, syngas feedstocks, and energy. You will be responsible for building and maintaining client relationships within the Middle East region. You are expected to have broad knowledge of the chemical and energy industries with a comprehensive understanding of regional differences related to both chemical and energy markets. Significant resource coordination skills are required for using both internal and external subject matter experts. You are expected to be an accomplished writer/speaker and have strong computer skills.

The role is based in our Dubai office and will require regular collaboration with our global team.

About the Team:

Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS, a Dow Jones company, enables partners in the global chemical industry to improve operational efficiency with deep insights, future outlooks, price discovery, and consultation from a celebrated team of subject matter experts. We offer short and long-term market coverage for more than 200 core building-block chemicals with a full suite of advisory services and top-tier events held around the globe. The worldwide chemical industry looks to Chemical Market Analytics to guide decisions and help manage risk across the entire value chain.

You Will:

1. Acts on incoming client requests that fall outside or in addition to normal Chemical Market Analytics Market Advisory and World Analysis subscription services.
2. Develop scope proposals, cost estimates, and bids for potential consulting projects. Negotiate with potential clients to win acceptance. These projects can range from less than $20,000 simple analysis projects to full feasibility type projects at over $1,000,000.
3. Manages and delivers any approved projects using both internal and external subject matter experts along with supporting analysts.
4. Manage internal multi-client study preparations.
5. Work with sales, business development, and all base chemical products to meet overall business revenue targets.
6. Mentor junior analysts and mid-level researchers.
7. Work with global industry organizations and attend/speak at conferences that help build and nourish relationships with important industry contacts.

You Have:

1. Broad knowledge of the chemical and energy industries.
2. Ability to think through questions and problems and provide solutions.
3. Highly analytical and strategic thinker.
4. Track record for writing, negotiating, and performing detailed consulting agreements.
5. Accomplished writer, speaker, and presenter at all levels.
6. Advanced computer skills with emphasis on data analysis.
7. Willing to travel domestically and internationally 25-35% of the time.
8. Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or technical degree.
9. 12 years of experience in chemical and/or energy industry consulting and consulting team management. Broader experience in plant operations, commercial activities, and financial analysis.

Our Benefits:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

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About Our Organization:

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats including print, digital, mobile, and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world's largest newsgathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America's largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investors Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS, and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

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Business Area:

Dow Jones OPIS CMA

Job Category:

General Management

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Required Experience:

Director