Senior Research Analyst - Steel Alloys

Roskill - A Wood Mackenzie Business; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy transition is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to enhance their analysis on Steel Alloys. The role involves delivering insightful reports, maintaining industry contacts, and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in metals and mining, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex data effectively. This position offers a hybrid working model, requiring office presence at least two days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience in metals and mining sector, especially steel alloys.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate complex information clearly.
• Strong numerical analytics and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive coverage of the Bulk and Noble Steel Alloys sector.
• Author market analysis and thought leadership pieces.
• Develop contacts with industry stakeholders for research.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Numerical Analytics

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables, energy, and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human intelligence. In an ever-changing world, companies and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. That’s why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth, backed by over 50 years’ experience. Our team of over 2,400 experts, operating across 30 global locations, are enabling customers’ decisions through real-time analytics, consultancy, events and thought leadership. Together, we deliver the insight they need to separate risk from opportunity and make confident decisions when it matters most.

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Role Purpose

Steel will play a pivotal role in the global energy transition and will be an integral part of solar panels, wind turbines, electric vehicles, dams, etc. Within Steel, Alloy Steel including Stainless Steel is gaining a lot of traction in Automotive, Batteries, Aerospace, Specialised machinery, and other segments. Alloys (bulk and noble) are witnessing solid growth on the back of steel as well as non-ferrous applications in alloys and batteries.

For industry stakeholders—including miners, steelmakers, automotive companies, and financial institutions—understanding these evolving trends and drivers is crucial to making informed decisions. They will need to leverage research and analytics to monitor developments, assess risks, and identify opportunities within the context of global market shifts. By aligning with these trends, stakeholders can capitalize on the growing demand for alloy steels and position themselves as leaders in the transition to a more sustainable and technologically advanced world.

The Senior Research Analyst – Steel Alloys will apply solid analytical capabilities and knowledge to enhance Wood Mackenzie's analysis and services to customers.

Your role will involve developing a deep understanding of our client's needs and delivering insightful, well-researched, and clearly written analyses as part of our regular publication schedule. You will take the lead in crafting innovative, differentiated content, including trend reports, insights, and thought leadership articles. As an SME in this space, you will maintain regular communication with both clients and internal teams, sharing our perspectives and fostering collaborative, value-driven discussions.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive coverage of the Bulk and Noble Steel Alloys sector
• Author differentiated market analysis and thought leadership pieces on topical themes surrounding the steel alloys space
• Develop and maintain contacts with industry stakeholders to gather intelligence that will enrich the quality and timeliness of our research solutions
• Strengthen the data apparatus through market interactions, secondary research, and refresh the analytical models with updated data on a regular basis
• Participate in supporting sales and marketing activities including events
• Collaborate and work with our consultancy business on periodic projects
• Work closely with colleagues in allied groups like steel and non-ferrous metals to help shape the company’s integrated view

About You / Qualifications

• You have experience in the metals and mining sector. Your previous experience includes knowledge of the steel alloys sector including generating forecasts for demand, supply, price, and trade. You may also have experience with mines, traders, power and renewable end-use or other users. You understand steel alloys current role in the energy space and how it evolves over the energy transition.
• You also understand the big picture, which enables you to analyse and form clear, coherent conclusions from a variety of data and information. You find it easy to communicate complex or technical information and delivering messages that are easily understood.
• You have a strong understanding of the Microsoft Office suite of products. You may have advanced skills utilising these products or programming languages.
• You have excellent numerical analytics including problem solving and technical skills in excel.
• You have systemic work-load management and planning skills.
• You like to work as part of a team, which will involve multiple locations and time zones.
• Have a good network in the industry with contacts across the value chain.
• A strong commitment to commercial excellence and ability to deliver the high-quality standards.

Expectations

• We are a hybrid working company and the successful applicant will be expected to be physically present in the office at least 2 days per week to foster and contribute to a collaborative environment, but this may be subject to change in the future.
• While this is expected to be a full-time role, part-time or flexible working arrangements will be considered.
• Due to the global nature of the team, a degree of flexible working will be required to accommodate different time zones.

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