Senior Crude Market Analyst

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Maintain Global Supply & Demand Models: Build and maintain comprehensive U.S. and global oil supply and demand balances, incorporating key market drivers and regional trends to support trading and strategic decisions.
• Market Intelligence & Reporting: Provide regular insights on market developments by monitoring news sources such as Bloomberg, Reuters, and other industry reports. Communicate key market-moving information to teams in Houston and London.
• Valuation Models: Build and enhance fair value models for futures, spreads, and other derivative products, integrating both fundamental and technical market factors.
• Vessel Tracking & Flow Analytics: Utilize vessel tracking services and shipping data to analyse flows and develop models that provide insights on global trades, including fixtures and potential supply disruptions.
• Strategy Development: Collaborate with trading teams to develop trading strategies based on a blend of market fundamentals, technical analysis, and economic indicators.
• Machine Learning Applications: Apply machine learning techniques to improve forecasting accuracy for oil fundamentals and economic models, leveraging advanced data analytics to enhance predictive capabilities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an oil analyst. Experience in analysing oil markets, supply and demand dynamics, and trading fundamentals is essential.
• Strong analytical skills, programming skills (Python preferred), ability to build/validate models and apply data science & machine learning to operational topics.
• Deep understanding of oil market fundamentals, including knowledge of global supply and demand drivers, refining economics, shipping logistics, and market structures.
• Proficient in building and analysing complex models using advanced tools such as Excel and Python.
• Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, and the ability to work with large datasets. Familiarity with machine learning algorithms and predictive analytics is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with vessel tracking services (e.g., Vortexa, Kpler) and other industry tools for flow analysis and trade insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and actionable market insights.
• Strong problem-solving ability with the capability to develop trading strategies and provide data-driven solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with vessel tracking services such as Vortexa, Kpler, or similar industry tools.
• Familiarity with machine learning algorithms and predictive analytics.