Principal Consultant – Critical Minerals

S&P Global, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Invest in Your Future

Family Friendly Perks

Beyond the Basics

Job summary

S&P Global, Inc. is seeking a Principal Consultant – Critical Minerals to expand our global critical minerals consulting practice within the Energy Transition team.

The role focuses on market analyses, model development, and client-ready deliverables, collaborating with a dynamic team of energy transition experts. Responsibilities include managing workstreams, developing cost and market models, conducting client interviews, and contributing to business development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in consulting, economics or financial advisory, corporate strategy or a related analytical role.
• Strong mineral economics skills and in-depth knowledge of the metals and mining industry and critical minerals.
• Technical experience related to chemical processing, process engineering, energy, or industrial value chains.
• Demonstrated ability to work with autonomy and minimal direction; strong written and oral presentation skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage workstreams within a project under the direction of the project manager.
• Develop market analyses and forecasts across critical minerals value chains including price outlooks and trade flow analysis.
• Develop or maintain advanced cost, financial, market, and valuation models across minerals value chains.
• Create client-ready insights and narratives based on data analysis and industry expertise.
• Conduct client interviews, workshops, and presentations to gather information and present findings.
• Review and provide guidance on analytical work to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Contribute to business development efforts (proposals, scoping calls, conferences).
• Build and maintain client relationships through effective communication.
• Work autonomously in executing engagements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Autonomy

Communication skills

English proficiency

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 10 The Role: Principal Consultant – Critical Minerals This role will contribute to the growth of our global critical minerals consulting team and to the execution of our broader Energy Transition team’s projects for private and public sector clients by providing analytical rigor, expertise in model development, and the ability to manage entire workstreams and develop client-ready deliverables. The Principal Consultant, focused primarily on critical minerals but with a good handle of other energy-related topics, is expected to help build up our consulting capabilities around critical minerals and work closely with clients and internal consulting team members to ensure that bespoke consulting projects are delivered with quality, on time and within budget. 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 policy makers.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage workstreams within a project, under the direction of the project manager.


• Develop market analyses and forecasts across the critical minerals value chains, including supply-demand modelling, price outlooks, trade flow analysis, competitive positioning, and industry regulatory assessments.


• Develop or maintain advanced cost, financial, market, and valuation models across critical minerals value chains, including mining, processing, refining, and downstream markets.


• Develop client-ready insights and storylines based on data analysis and industry expertise.


• Conduct client interviews, workshops, and presentations to gather information and present findings.


• Efficiently review and provide guidance on analytical and modelling work completed by other team members, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality.


• Contribute to business development efforts of our critical minerals consulting practice (proposals, scoping calls, conferences, etc.)


• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients through effective communication and understanding of client needs.


• Be able to work autonomously in the execution of consulting engagements.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in consulting, economics or financial advisory, corporate strategy or a related analytical role.


• Strong mineral economics skills and in-depth knowledge of the metals and mining industry and critical minerals are key for this position.


• Technical experience in areas related to chemical processing, process engineering, energy, or industrial value chains is highly valued.


• Critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills are required to structure ambiguous problems, develop fact-based hypotheses, and create compelling, executive-level narratives supported by rigorous analysis.


• Demonstrated ability to work with autonomy and minimal direction once priorities are agreed.


• Strong written and oral presentation skills in English, knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese is appreciated.

Expectations

Some travel is required, with an average around 20% of the time (but could occasionally be more). Demonstrated ability to work well in a team-oriented environment providing ideas and open feedback.

Right to Work Requirements

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Compensation/Benefits Information

(This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $120,000.00 to 140,000.00. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive sales commission plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

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

• 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.

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:[e-mail] your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. US Candidates Only: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal