Research Analyst - Energy & Commodities

Global X ETFs; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 163,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with companying

Job summary

Global X seeks a Research Analyst focused on energy and commodities ETFs to produce client-facing research and support product development. You will monitor markets, explain fundamentals, and create educational content for clients and internal stakeholders.

Collaborate with Product, Capital Markets, Investment Strategy, and Sales teams to position products and communicate market insights. Hybrid work setup available.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of energy and commodity markets, including supply and demand dynamics, futures markets, and commodity investing.
• Understanding of ETFs, index construction, and portfolio implementation.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex topics into actionable insights.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, or similar market data platforms.
• Strong project management and ability to handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain research for the Global X library with client-facing content.
• Monitor commodity markets and macro developments to produce timely updates.
• Explain market fundamentals and ETF implementation clearly.
• Create educational content on ETF structure, index methodologies, and portfolio construction.
• Support product development and strategic initiatives with research insights.
• Collaborate with Product, Capital Markets, Investment Strategy, and Sales teams.
• Present research via webinars, client meetings, and media engagements.

Skills

Energy market knowledge

ETF knowledge

Writing & communication

Analytical skills

Excel & PowerPoint

Bloomberg/FactSet

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Series 7 and 63

CFA designation or progress toward CFA preferred

Tools

Bloomberg

FactSet

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Global X Management Company LLC (“Global X”) is seeking a Research Analyst to join the Research Team with a focus on energy and commodities ETFs. The role is responsible for producing client-facing research, supporting product development, and communicating market insights to clients, prospects, media, and internal stakeholders. Coverage includes ETFs focused on master limited partnerships (MLPs), uranium, liquefied natural gas (LNG), precious metals, and other commodity-related investment strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain research for the Global X research library, including written reports, presentations, charts, videos, and other client-facing content.
• Monitor commodity markets and macroeconomic developments to produce timely commentary and market updates.
• Explain commodity market fundamentals, futures market dynamics, and ETF implementation in a clear, practical manner.
• Develop educational content covering ETF structure, index methodologies, portfolio construction, and competitive positioning.
• Conduct research projects supporting existing ETFs and potential new product development.
• Collaborate with Product, Capital Markets, Investment Strategy, and Sales teams on product positioning and market analysis.
• Respond to client and internal inquiries regarding ETF methodology, performance drivers, commodity fundamentals, and market developments.
• Present research through webinars, client meetings, conferences, podcasts, and media interviews.
• Support strategic initiatives across the Research team as needed.

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of energy and commodity markets, including supply and demand dynamics, futures markets, and commodity investing.
• Understanding of ETFs, index construction, and portfolio implementation.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex topics into clear, actionable insights.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, or similar market data platforms.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and collaborative approach.

Qualifications:

• 3–7 years of experience in asset management, sell-side research, commodities research, portfolio management, sales and trading, investment banking, or a related field.
• Direct experience covering commodity or energy markets is strongly preferred.
• Series 7 and 63
• CFA designation or progress toward the CFA preferred, but not required.

Compensation Range:

• $163,000-173,000 plus annual bonus

Global X does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters.

Compensation & Benefits

Global X offers a competitive total compensation package, including base salary, annual performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits program:

• Competitive base salary with annual performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness programs and employee assistance program (EAP)

About Global X

Global X was founded in 2008. For more than fifteen years, our mission has been empowering investors with unexplored and intelligent solutions. Our product lineup features a wide range of ETF strategies and more than $94 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2026. While we are distinguished for our thematic, income, and international ETFs, we also offer core and other funds to suit a wide range of investment objectives. Explore our ETFs, research and insights, and more at www.globalxetfs.com.
Global X is a member of Mirae Asset Financial Group (Mirae Asset), a global leader in financial services, with $1 trillion in assets under management worldwide as of May 31, 2026. Mirae Asset has an extensive global ETF platform ranging across the U.S., Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Europe, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea,