Senior Research Analyst - Upstream

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Summary: Wood Mackenzie is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Research Analyst to contribute to industry-leading research and insights into the global upstream oil and gas sector. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to shape industry thinking and influence strategic decisions 2. Continuous learning and development through mentoring and training 3. Dynamic and collaborative work environment with global exposure Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in analytics, insights and proprietary data across the entire energy and natural resources landscape. For over 50 years our work has guided the decisions of the world’s most influential energy producers, utilities companies, financial institutions and governments. Now, with the world’s energy system more complex and interconnected than ever before, sector\-specific views are no longer enough. That’s why we’ve redefined what’s possible with Intelligence Connected. By fusing our unparalleled proprietary data with the sharpest analytical minds, all supercharged by Synoptic AI, we deliver a clear, interconnected view of the entire value chain. Our trusted team of 2,700 experts across 30 countries breaks siloes and connects industries, markets and regions across the globe. This empowers our customers to identify risk sooner, spot opportunities faster and recalibrate strategy with confidence – whether planning days, weeks, months or decades ahead. Wood Mackenzie Intelligence Connected **WoodMac.com** **Wood Mackenzie Brand Video** **Wood Mackenzie Values** * Inclusive – we succeed together * Trusting – we choose to trust each other * Customer committed – we put customers at the heart of our decisions * Future Focused – we accelerate change * Curious – we turn knowledge into action **Senior Research Analyst – Upstream Team** =========================================== Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Department: Research Reports to: Senior Research Manager **About the Role** ------------------ Wood Mackenzie is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Research Analyst to join our Upstream team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our industry\-leading research and insights into the global upstream oil and gas sector, helping clients navigate the evolving energy landscape. **Key Responsibilities** ------------------------ * Deliver high\-quality research and analysis on upstream assets, companies, and market trends. * Maintain and enhance asset\-level valuations and emissions profiles using proprietary models. * Interpret complex datasets to identify strategic opportunities and risks. * Engage with industry stakeholders to validate assumptions and gather market intelligence. * Collaborate with global teams to ensure consistency and accuracy in research outputs. * Produce thought leadership content including reports, presentations, and client briefings. * Support clients in strategic decision\-making, portfolio benchmarking, and investment analysis. **Qualifications \& Experience** -------------------------------- * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Geoscience or a related field. * 5\+ years of experience in upstream oil and gas research, consulting, or industry roles. * Strong understanding of upstream operations, asset economics, and fiscal regimes. * Experience with valuation models and emissions analysis is highly desirable. * Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with senior stakeholders. * Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Python). **What We Offer** ----------------- * A dynamic and collaborative work environment with global exposure. * Opportunities to shape industry thinking and influence strategic decisions. * Continuous learning and development through mentoring, training, and cross\-functional projects. * Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with your experience and impact. **Equal Opportunities** We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at www.eeoc.gov If you are applying for a role and have a physical or mental disability, we will support you with your application or through the hiring process.