Principal Analyst, Olefins

Storyful; Dubai; On-site; AED 367,000 - 515,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics firm in Dubai is seeking a Principal Analyst for its Olefins practice. You will focus on developing market insights, building relationships in the chemical market, and translating data into reports. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in the chemical industry, strong analytical skills, and an undergraduate degree in a related field. Knowledge of olefins and fluency in English are required, while Arabic is a plus.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Comprehensive Insurance Plans

Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources

Education Benefits

Family Care & Caregiving Support

Commuter Transit Program

Subscription Discounts

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in the chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of commercial operations in petrochemicals.
• Experience in market research or consulting with exposure to clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop market insights for olefins and derivatives.
• Build relationships with key market participants.
• Translate insights into impactful reports.

Skills

Market research

Data analysis

Building relationships

Market dynamics understanding

Economic modeling

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Education

Undergraduate degree in chemical engineering or related discipline

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

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Principal Analyst, Olefins

Apply locations Dubai time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id Job_Req_48002

Job Description:

Principal Analyst, Olefins
Location: Dubai, UAE
Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS, a Dow Jones Company

About the Role

We’re looking for a Principal Analyst to join our Olefins practice within Chemical Market Analytics (CMA), part of OPIS, a Dow Jones company. Based in Dubai, you’ll play a key role in expanding our insights and market coverage across the Middle East and Africa. You’ll report to the Global Olefins Lead and focus on research, client engagement, and delivering market intelligence related to key olefins and derivative products.

About the Team

Chemical Market Analytics (CMA) delivers decision-critical intelligence to the global chemicals industry and financial community. Our experts provide in-depth market analysis, forecasts, benchmark pricing, asset databases, and strategic advisory services. We cover over 200 essential building-block chemicals and host global events that help the industry manage risk and unlock value across the supply chain.

You Will

• Develop market insights for olefins and derivatives in the Middle East and Africa — including ethylene, propylene, butadiene, and downstream polymers like polyethylene and polypropylene.

• Build relationships with key market participants — producers, consumers, and traders — to collect and analyze data on supply, demand, trade, pricing, and cost.

• Translate insights into impactful reports, models, and client deliverables that support strategic decisions.

• Represent CMA externally through presentations, client meetings, and industry events.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support proprietary consulting projects and client discussions.

You Have

• 7+ years of experience in the chemical industry, with direct exposure to olefins or derivatives markets.

• Strong understanding of market dynamics, supply chains, and commercial operations in petrochemicals.

• Experience in market research, analysis, or consulting with exposure to clients and executive-level stakeholders.

• Proven ability to build and maintain industry relationships across a diverse regional landscape.

• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with economic modeling or forecasting tools.

• An undergraduate degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, or a related discipline is preferred.

• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a strong plus.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive Insurance Plans

• Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources

• Education Benefits

• Family Care & Caregiving Support

• Commuter Transit Program

• Subscription Discounts

• Employee Referral Program

Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [e-mail]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Business Area:

Dow Jones - OPIS - CMA

Job Category:

Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence

Union Status:

Non-Union role

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