Remote Energy Market Analyst - Global Insights & Forecasts

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work support

Flexible hours

Professional growth

Generous leave

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Global team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Energy Market Analyst for a fully remote position. You will analyze global energy markets, build forecasting models, and assess regulatory impacts to support investment strategies and policy recommendations.

The role requires a Master's degree and at least 5 years in energy market analysis, with strong data skills in Excel, Python or R. You will work independently in a distributed team and deliver clear, actionable insights.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Energy Management or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in energy market analysis or financial modeling.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with forecasting experience.
• Proficient in Excel, Python, NumPy/Pandas, or R.
• Knowledge of energy economics, market structures and policy frameworks.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with energy market data platforms (Bloomberg, Refinitiv Eikon) is desirable.
• Reliable internet access and a dedicated home office setup.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analyze global, regional, and national energy markets.
• Develop and maintain market models to forecast supply, demand, pricing and policy impacts.
• Analyze regulatory developments and their effects on energy markets.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations and dashboards for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Identify trends, risks and opportunities and provide strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with strategy and business development via virtual tools.
• Monitor key market indicators and geopolitical events affecting energy.
• Contribute to new analytical methodologies and tools.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of energy technologies and market structures.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Forecasting

Data analysis

Independent work

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Excel

Python (Pandas, NumPy)

R

Bloomberg

Refinitiv Eikon

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Energy Market Analyst for a fully remote position. You will analyze global energy markets, build forecasting models, and assess regulatory impacts to support investment strategies and policy recommendations.

The role requires a Master's degree and at least 5 years in energy market analysis, with strong data skills in Excel, Python or R. You will work independently in a distributed team and deliver clear, actionable insights.