Main Responsibilities
Assist a global team in supporting a network of proprietary measurement devices across three continents
Execute calibration models that establish data quality and accuracy for our customers across multiple proprietary technologies to support multiple product lines
Run support applications to ensure high data quality and accuracy
Perform benchmark tests on data sets to validate accuracy
Analyze data to identify broken or malfunctioning equipment, and work with a field repair team to address issues
Assist senior analysts with the process of bringing new monitored facilities online
Manipulate large datasets to identify areas of improvement in data accuracy
Collaborate with Wood Mackenzie’s team of data scientists and developers to continuously improve current techniques and processes
Perform data quality checks and share findings with wider Power team.
Research information relating to the power industry and maintain a fundamental understanding of the power markets and available datasets.
Conduct ad-hoc analysis and verification as needed by internal and external customers
Provide general support for customers in their daily process via multiple communication channels
Your application should showcase your enthusiasm for the sectors we cover and demonstrate your ability in the following areas, which we require daily at Wood Mackenzie.
Research and data gathering – we identify and gather intelligence that feeds our industry expertise. We need inquisitive and passionate people with a keen eye for detail.
Analysis - we provide market-leading research using this data/intelligence and form opinions for, and tell stories to, our customers. We need people with natural curiosity with potential to become experts in their field, and with the ability to articulate – both verbally and in writing – clear, insightful analysis.
Internal engagement – we work with colleagues across the Wood Mackenzie business to deliver a compelling, integrated view of the natural resources sector to customers through our cutting-edge products. For this, we need people who are as comfortable working collaboratively as they are independently and who have excellent interpersonal skills.
External engagement – we proactively connect with our customers and contacts in the industries we serve, adding value and promoting the Wood Mackenzie brand. This requires people with the potential to become industry experts who have intellectual curiosity, passion, and excellent presentation skills.
Continuous improvement – at Wood Mackenzie, we are committed to transform the way we power our planet. The energy transition is here, and this impacts our customer base and how we serve them. We need colleagues with a change mindset, who are flexible, growth-orientated, and proactive.
About you
You have a keen interest in commodity market dynamics, and you want to develop an in-depth understanding of how these markets underpin the natural resources industry and impact our everyday lives.
You have an analytical mindset and an eye for detail, which have been proven in your academic and/or work experience to date with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a STEM field. Your attention to detail includes identifying patterns, anomalies, and normalization within datasets and publications; and your analytical mindset enables you to focus on unique problem solving.
You are curious and seek to clarify and enhance your knowledge by asking thoughtful questions.
You are a highly adaptive team player and embrace fast-paced environments with frequent change. You are excited to be part of a team that give you opportunities to work cross-functionally on a variety of tasks. You can work independently and as part of a global and regional team, generating ideas you want to share. The way in which you work is productive and driven, striving to be best in class.
You have an excellent command of English, both written and spoken. You are comfortable collecting and interpreting data, articulating your findings in a clear and insightful manner.
You also have a good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, with strong Excel skills including v/h lookups, formula relationships, pivot tables, macros/VBA. You have basic experience with SQL, including joins, inline select statements, date & time manipulation.
Where you have been is important, but we are more interested in where you can go. We’re looking for Associates with a genuine passion for energy and natural resources who have the potential to grow at Wood Mackenzie. You may be a recent graduate, looking for a career change, or returning to work after a break.
Wood Mackenzie has adopted a hybrid approach, and we expect people to be present in our offices on average 2 days per week.
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 (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at www.eeoc.gov
