The Team
Successful candidate will be part of the founding research team, with well-established experts in the dry bulk industry. We are a group of independent thinkers who share a commitment to excellence. By assembling a high-performing team, we strive to unlock complex questions in dry bulk shipping strategy through engaging in rigorous, thoughtful inquiry. We believe meaningful work and relationships emerge by fostering a culture of transparency and inclusion.
Role
The role’s initial focus will be to build databases and models with guidance from the team. Subsequently, the candidate is expected to assist and be responsible for delivering comprehensive fundamental analysis of the global thermal coal markets, including supply and demand. Ultimately, the individual will need to integrate commodities knowledge into freight research and be involved in formulating trading strategies.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct fundamental analysis and provide clear short-term and long-term forecast on commodities' flows.
- Develop and maintain demand and supply models of global commodities' trade.
- Monitor daily news to identify and flag potential risks or changes in market condition that could affect forecast.
- Ability to package valuable insights and translate market impact effectively to stakeholders.
- Build and maintain network with coal industry contacts in the market for data and crosschecking information.
Requirements:
- A Degree in Economics, Statistics, Business, or Shipping from a recognised university preferred.
- Ideally 3-5 years of experience in energy/power markets and freight shipping research.
- High level of proficiency in English and Mandarin.
- Possess strong in-depth analytical skills, and is meticulous and organized.
- Inquisitive and self-motivated individual who can work autonomously and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and model building.
- SQL/Python knowledge as well as experience in using visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau or Holistic) will be advantageous.
- Ability to effectively communicate within the team and to other stakeholders within the organisation.
