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Wood Mackenzie

Jan 17

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Data
    Research & Development
  • Boston
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AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor’s in economics, finance, math, or energy. Previous power vertical experience is a plus. 1+ years of business experience and programming skills in Python or similar are preferred.
  • You will analyze market data, assess operational risks, provide insights on congestion patterns, automate processes, and present findings to support decision-making in the power industry.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in economics, finance, math, stats, or energy related discipline
  • Previous experience or demonstrated interest in power vertical
  • Nice to have 1+ years of business experience
  • Preferable to have experience in using programming languages such as Python, Visual Basic, or comparable languages
  • You are committed to contributing to a welcoming and inclusive environment, are sensitive to diverse perspectives, and are passionate about equity in the workplace.

Responsibilities

  • Operate models and support tools daily that include spatial, data visualization, and power flow applications to identify and solve problems in the power industry-specific to an ISO market;
  • Responsible for understanding and communicating Current-day/Next-day operational and financial risk to Asset owners, traders, retailers, etc. transacting in the markets daily, to assist them in making asset optimization decisions;
  • Provide insights and risks associated with longer-term congestion patterns, transmission upgrades, and outages through quarterly seasonal outlooks;
  • Run regional support workbooks daily and continuously improve the level of granularity provided to the team and customer;
  • Manipulate large datasets and determine correlations and relationships between potential market drivers, prices, and events;
  • Improve current processes by automating critical tasks using macros (visual basic/Python);
  • Present the team’s ISO desk, lead, managers, and other decision-makers with research projects/presentations, memos, or reports on market-relevant topics as requested and advise on the effects of various courses of action relevant to specific problems.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Market Associate.

Where is the Market Associate position located?

The Market Associate position is located in Boston.

What team will the Market Associate be part of?

The Market Associate will be part of Wood Mackenzie’s North American Power (NAP) team.

What are the main responsibilities of the Market Analyst?

The main responsibilities of the Market Analyst include operating models and tools, communicating operational and financial risks, providing insights on congestion patterns, manipulating large datasets, automating tasks, and presenting research findings.

What qualifications are required for this role?

The required qualifications include a bachelor's degree in economics, finance, math, statistics, or an energy-related discipline, along with a demonstrated interest in the power industry. Previous business experience is preferred.

What programming languages are preferred for this position?

Preferred programming languages for this position include Python and Visual Basic or comparable languages.

Is there a focus on workplace inclusivity within the company?

Yes, the company is committed to contributing to a welcoming and inclusive environment and is sensitive to diverse perspectives.

Does the company provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, the company is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to recruiting the best people regardless of various protected statuses.

What type of candidates is the company looking for?

The company is looking for candidates who are detail-oriented, intellectually curious, commercially savvy, and comfortable presenting to clients.

What experience is preferred for candidates applying for the Market Associate role?

Candidates with 1+ years of business experience and previous involvement in the power vertical are preferred.

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Wood Mackenzie

Consulting
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Wood Mackenzie is the global insight business for renewables, energy and natural resources. Driven by data. Powered by people. In the middle of an energy revolution, businesses and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. That’s why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth, backed by over 50 years’ experience in natural resources. Today, our team of over 2,000 experts operate across 30 global locations, inspiring customers’ decisions through real-time analytics, consultancy, events and thought leadership. Together, we deliver the insight they need to separate risk from opportunity and make bold decisions when it matters most.

Culture & Values

  • Inclusive

    We succeed together. Real impact happens when we work together as one team. We unite around our shared goals, and create a work environment where every individual feels valued and able to thrive.

  • Trusting

    We choose to trust each other. Trust is the foundation of every high-performing team. It gives us the ability to collaborate on timely decisions, agree on priorities and embrace change. We value transparency and integrity as ways to build mutual trust between colleagues.

  • Customer committed

    We put customers at the heart of our decisions. When our customers succeed, we succeed. Our goal is to provide them with the best experience, and the strategic support they need to make critical decisions.

  • Future focused

    We accelerate change. We want to drive progress at pace, and deliver. We attract, retain and develop smart people who are passionate about our customers, our markets and the future of our planet.

  • Curious

    We turn knowledge into action. The more we know, the more innovative and valuable our solutions become. We continuously seek to better understand our customer’s challenges and shifting market dynamics to provide a connected view across the energy and natural resources industries.