Principal Consultant, Energy Transition

S&P Global; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a skilled consultant to work with a diverse team focused on energy transition projects. This role involves data analysis, developing low-carbon strategies, and engaging with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have a background in engineering with experience in the energy sector, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Python and Excel. This is an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in a fast-paced environment with a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Generous time off

Continuous learning opportunities

Competitive pay

Family friendly perks

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and implementing advanced modeling techniques using Python.
• Demonstrated experience in industry, consulting, or finance environments.
• Experience in the Middle East and GCC energy landscape is highly favorable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the execution of projects focusing on low-carbon energy resources.
• Analyze large data sets using analytics tools or programming languages.
• Build and run analytical models as required for consulting projects.

Skills

Advanced modeling techniques

Data analytics

Strong written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

BSc. in engineering

Post-graduate degree in finance, economics, or business

Tools

Python

Excel

Power-BI

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 10

Note: No sponsorship will be offered to candidates in Saudi Arabia.

The Team

The EMEA Energy Transition Consulting Team is a trusted advisor to leading companies in the traditional and new energy sectors, investors, and governments. Our work includes energy transition strategy development, transaction due diligence, emissions reduction roadmaps, supply chain assessments, and ESG/Energy policy advisory.

As part of this dynamic team, you will work alongside consultants and subject matter experts from diverse backgrounds. The fast‑paced, varied nature of our projects provides the opportunity to develop a wide skill set while engaging with senior industry leaders and policymakers across the Middle East and beyond.

Responsibilities and Impact

This role will contribute to the execution of our team’s projects for private and public sector clients with a focus on their transition to low‑carbon energy resources, including techno‑economic analysis of emissions management options and decarbonization opportunities, as well as developing new low‑carbon energy resources.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of consultants and experts with wide‑ranging backgrounds in energy and the energy transition. The varied and changing nature of our projects leads to development of a diverse set of skills, and exposure to different industries and clients, including senior industry leaders and policymakers.

• Work on a project team with other consultants, under the direction of the project manager
• Identify internal and external information sources, gather, and synthesize data
• Efficiently analyze large quantities of data to produce insights using data analytics tools or programming languages
• Present findings concisely back to the team
• Build and run analytical models as required for consulting projects (e.g., Excel, Python, Power‑Bi, etc.)
• Participate in client or industry interviews and extract key takeaways
• Participate in client meetings and contribute by presenting aspects of the analysis

What We’re Looking For

Basic Required Qualifications

• Experience in developing and implementing advanced modeling techniques using Python or other programming languages to analyze energy systems, optimize decarbonization strategies, and support the transition to sustainable energy solutions
• Demonstrated experience in industry, consulting, or finance environments, in areas related to emissions estimates and management, environmental management and/or plant operations
• Experience in the Middle East and GCC energy landscape is highly favorable.
• Experience in management consulting will be a significant plus
• Minimum qualifications are BSc. in engineering, preferably in chemical, environmental or process engineering. A post‑graduate degree is a plus (including in finance, economics, or business).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are advantageous.
• Must have an analytical frame of mind and prepared to use data to back up opinions.
• Some travel is required average around 20% of time (but could occasionally be more)
• Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment providing ideas and open feedback.

About S&P Global Energy

At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long‑term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world‑leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at www.spglobal.com/energy.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission

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

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

• 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.

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Accommodation

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Job Categories

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