Research Associate, Iron Ore

Role Purpose

• Monitor key events and conduct research to produce thought-provoking reports, data models, and presentations.
• Support bespoke consulting projects by diving deeper into data to answer unique questions.
• Assist the Sales team by spending time with customers and answering their questions.
• Collaborate with Data and Product functions to maintain data quality and deliver content via the Lens platform.
• Build relationships and a network of contacts at key operators, national bodies, and other relevant institutions through primary research, responding to customer questions, and presenting to industry stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities

• Cover Metals and Mining (M&M) research practice within the Commodities Global Analyst Team.
• Contribute to Iron Ore and Steel asset/cost research.
• Research and data gathering: Read and analyze company reports to find mine-level operational and cost datasets.
• Analysis: Form opinions and articulate clear, insightful analysis verbally and in writing.
• Internal engagement: Work collaboratively with global colleagues.
• External engagement: Connect with customers and industry contacts, promote the Wood Mackenzie brand.
• Leadership/Improvement: Contribute to transforming the energy sector, demonstrating a change mindset, flexibility, growth-orientation, and proactivity.

About You

• Passionate about the dynamics of metals and mining assets, with a particular interest in iron ore and steel.
• Asset Analysis: Analyze mine production, reserves, cost, and operational outlook trends across global assets. Contribute to regular research publications and working as part of a global team. This includes conducting asset valuations, updating asset reports, cost curves, cost models, and pricing analysis for iron ore and steel assets.
• Data Interpretation & Insight Generation: Work with large datasets, interpret trends, and articulate findings clearly in asset reports. Contribute to the development and maintenance of datasets, data models, methodologies, and other intellectual property supporting M&M research and products.
• Collaboration & Adaptability: Operate autonomously while collaborating effectively across geographically dispersed teams. Develop deeper expertise across metals & mining assets and markets.
• Communication & Client Engagement: Respond to client inquiries and ad hoc requests, participate in client discussions and presentations, and communicate Wood Mackenzie’s views and insights to customers and prospects. Incorporate perspectives from research trips, industry events, and client interactions into research.

Expectations

• Growth mindset: Take initiative to learn new skills, seek feedback, and apply learning.
• Change agility: Maintain high performance through disruption and change.
• Hybrid working environment, expected to be physically present in the office at least 2 days per week.
• Full-time role.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Background in mining, energy, economics, or related disciplines.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Prior exposure to commodity markets or consulting environments is advantageous.