Global Lead - Crude Trading Analysis

Rystad Energy

Rystad Energy is a leading energy research and consulting firm headquartered in Oslo, Norway with offices across the world. The company was founded in 2004 to provide strategic consulting services and has evolved into one of the leading research organizations with a series of databases and reports covering the global energy industry and other parts of the energy space. Our team of industry experts serve our client base, including the largest oil & gas and energy companies, financial and oilfield service companies. Headquartered in Oslo Norway, Rystad Energy is a rapidly growing company represented in more than 30 countries.

As the Global Lead for Crude Trading Analysis, you will oversee the strategic management, analysis, and quality control of global crude supply and flows data. This role requires a deep understanding of oil market dynamics, strong client management skills, and the ability to lead product innovations that align with market needs. Additionally, you will manage a team of three analysts (two senior analysts and one analyst), guiding their work and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. The successful candidate will act as a key representative for the Oil Markets team across various external and internal channels.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Market Analysis & Industry Insights

• Lead the generation of analysis and insights related to short-term and medium-term oil market trends, bringing fresh, data-driven perspectives on market drivers.
• Act as a leading industry voice, recognized for unique insights into oil market developments and dynamics.
• Propose timely, high-impact research topics and coordinate with internal stakeholders to engage the right contributors and ensure quick turnaround.
• Stay actively engaged with short-term oil market events, providing prompt analysis and insights as needed to address real-time market shifts.

2. Data & Analytics Oversight

• Manage and oversee the integrity of crude supply and flow datasets, ensuring that data cubes, dashboards, and analytics reflect accurate and timely information.
• Quality control all crude-related analytics, aligning outputs with Oil Trading Solution messaging for consistency and strategic alignment.

3. Team Leadership & Empowerment

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of analysts , fostering a high-performance environment that encourages independent thought and innovation.
• Empower analysts to take ownership of their analysis, supporting them to develop and present independently driven insights while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively to build team expertise, provide strategic guidance, and secure impactful outcomes from each team member.

4. Market Representation & Client Engagement

• Serve as a lead representative of the Oil Markets team with clients, media, and internal stakeholders, providing expertise on crude market dynamics.
• Address and manage all client queries regarding crude, fostering trust and ensuring clarity in data-driven insights.

5. Product Development & Innovation

• Lead the design and enhancement of crude-related products, identifying opportunities for innovative solutions to meet client needs and market trends.

6. Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build and manage key relationships with Upstream Global Quality Controls for supply releases, contributing insights and support to cross-team collaborations.
• Maintain a collaborative relationship with OPEC, participating in workshops and liaising with the OPEC secretariat on strategic initiatives.

7. Industry Engagement

• Represent the organization at conferences and flagship events, contributing to brand presence and thought leadership in the oil market ecosystem.
• Participate in podcasts, news interviews, and other media engagements, providing insight and analysis on crude oil markets.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in crude trading analysis, data management, and market analysis.
• Minimum of 8 years of work experience.
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and high-level client interactions.
• Demonstrated thought leadership, with experience presenting in conferences and media outlets.
• Fluency in Python, modeling, and SQL querying for effective data analysis and automation.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams, clients, and industry bodies.
• Experience managing and mentoring a team to ensure high-quality performance, professional development, and empowerment for independent contributions.
• Desired: Petroleum Engineering, or a related discipline.

Benefits

• A diverse, dynamic and highly skilled working environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Being part of a quickly expanding global business with new development opportunities