Principal Olefins Insights Lead – MENA & Africa

Dow Jones & Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in market intelligence is seeking a Principal Analyst for their Olefins practice in Dubai. This role involves developing insights into the olefins market across the Middle East and Africa, building relationships with market participants, and translating insights into reports. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience in the chemical industry with a strong understanding of market dynamics. The position demands advanced analytical skills and fluency in English, with Arabic being a plus. The role offers comprehensive healthcare plans and other benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Education Benefits

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop market insights for olefins and derivatives in the Middle East and Africa.
• Build relationships with key market participants to collect and analyze data.
• Translate insights into impactful reports and client deliverables.

Skills

Experience in chemical industry

Knowledge of olefins or derivatives markets

Market research analysis

Advanced Excel skills

Fluency in English

Education

Undergraduate degree in chemical engineering, chemistry or related discipline

Tools

Economic modeling or forecasting tools

Job description

A global leader in market intelligence is seeking a Principal Analyst for their Olefins practice in Dubai. This role involves developing insights into the olefins market across the Middle East and Africa, building relationships with market participants, and translating insights into reports. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience in the chemical industry with a strong understanding of market dynamics. The position demands advanced analytical skills and fluency in English, with Arabic being a plus. The role offers comprehensive healthcare plans and other benefits.