Economics Director

S&P Global Inc.; Greater London, City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm seeks a team lead to oversee the development of economic models and analytics related to critical minerals. The successful candidate will guide strategic development, mentor a team, and integrate innovative techniques into analytical tools. The role requires advanced expertise in economics and data science, strong leadership, and experience with Python. Flexible working arrangements are encouraged, promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Invest in Your Future

Family Friendly Perks

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Extensive proven experience in data science and economic modeling.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Willingness and ability to coach junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and enhancement of graph models for critical mineral supply chains.
• Drive integration of external data sources into analytics tools.
• Build, train, and mentor a team of economists and econometricians.

Skills

AI

Data Science

Economic modeling

Supply chain analytics

Leadership

Team building

Python

Education

Advanced degree in economics, statistics, econometrics or related fields

Job description

Overview

The Team: The Models & Scenarios team is responsible for the development and maintenance of economic models, conducting scenario analysis, and deploying economic analytics to help our clients make better decisions. We work closely with our Insights and Analysis regional teams to support the forecasting process, to develop new models and analytical tools, as well as other parts of S&P Global with economic and financial analyses. We also provide clients with bespoke analyses to help them quantify their strategic, political, and operational risks. The Impact: Working with teams in S&P Global Market Intelligence and S&P Global Energy, you will lead a team developing a suite of probabilistic graph models for critical minerals analysis. You will own the vision and execution for the analytics, and as such you will guide strategic development, mentor talent, and drive innovation across the Models & Scenario team. What's in it for you: The successful applicant will be a leader on a team of modelers who will help develop, ideate, and market test innovative products in the supply chain space. You will have an opportunity to work with subject matter experts in the areas of maritime, trade, supply chain, macroeconomics and geopolitics to build analytical tools that can help our clients make better decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and enhancement of graph models for critical mineral supply chains.
• Drive integration of external data sources (e.g., satellite imagery, trade flows, shipping signals) into analytics tools.
• Lead development of economic models across sectors such as energy transition, financial markets, climate risk, and geopolitical forecasting.
• Integrate macroeconomic indicators and policy scenarios into modeling platforms to support strategic decision‑making.
• Improve workflows, QC systems, and benchmarking tools to ensure quality of data.
• Ensure successful delivery of consulting projects and other high‑value contracts, including price and regional supply‑demand modeling for critical minerals.
• Build, train, and mentor a team of economists and econometricians.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership.
• Craft roadmaps to incorporate other advanced analytical techniques and AI into the suite of analytical tools.
• Act as a technical lead in advanced sales conversations and support pre‑sales materials.

We pride ourselves on our agility and diversity, and we welcome requests to work flexibly. For most roles, flexible hours and/or an element of remote working are usually possible. Please talk to us at interview about the type of arrangement that is best for you. We will always try to be adaptable wherever we can.

Basic Qualifications

• Advanced degree in economics, statistics, econometrics or related fields.
• Extensive proven experience in AI, Data Science, economic modeling, and supply chain analytics.
• Strong leadership and team‑building skills.
• Expertise in Python and advanced modeling frameworks.
• Willingness and ability to coach junior colleagues.
• Excellent oral and writing skills and an interest in communicating advanced and technical economic ideas to a non‑professional audience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Track record of delivering large‑scale projects.
• Familiarity with graph models and optimization techniques.

Eligibility

Note: This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States or the United Kingdom.

About Us

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. Advancing Essential Intelligence. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company‑matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best‑in‑class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.