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For the past 40 years, Wood Mackenzie has established its reputation as a trusted source of intelligence, enriching lives by empowering clients with unique insight on the world’s natural resources.

Now, as part of the Verisk Analytics family, that legacy is even stronger.  Aligning with the world’s leading data analytics company extends our ability to help clients overcome the toughest challenges with our unrivalled analysis and advice.

We will continue to build on the power of our existing approach to assess and value individual assets and companies, allowing our clients to pursue the most promising opportunities.

Together, we inspire and innovate the markets we serve –  providing invaluable intelligence that informs the strategic decisions that will ultimately shape the future direction of our global natural resources.

• Verisk Business: Wood Mackenzie, Metals & Mining, Assets
• Reports to: Research Manager, Metals Assets
• Location: Shanghai or Beijing, China
• Full-time

The Metals & Mining Assets Team

The Metals & Mining Assets team is responsible for Wood Mackenzie's global coverage of over 3,600 assets covering metals mining, bulks mining, and smelter & refining facilities. This asset-level analysis provides in-depth bottom-up coverage of mines and downstream facilities involved in the production of copper, gold, zinc, lead, aluminium, nickel, cobalt, lithium, coal, iron ore, and steel. This research feeds Wood Mackenzie’s industry-leading cost and carbon emissions products and services. As well as publishing reports and services, the team present our thought leadership and ideas through research notes, presentations, and face-to-face meetings with clients.

Job Description

We are looking for a Managing Consultant to join our team compiling our cost, emissions and ESG analysis for Battery Raw Material mine and refining facilities globally. You will be joining a large, global team of diverse, highly experienced, purpose-driven experts producing industry-leading insights on all things exciting about battery raw material supply. Within Metals & Mining we work with a range of clients including mining companies, investment banks, institutional investors, and industrial conglomerates, and our analysis supports these clients with their critical decision-making.

As a Managing Consultant, you will be required to:

• Build and develop research and analytical expertise on the battery raw material supply chain.
• Build and maintain contacts, and collate information from key industry participants virtually or in-person through asset visits or face-to-face meetings.
• Engage regularly with clients, including senior executives, and respond to client enquiries and ad hoc requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Aid in the publication of our quarterly mine supply analysis reports and datasets.
• Perform checks of integrity of analysis between asset level information gathered and available market information.
• Author original opinion and thought leadership pieces around topical industry trends and events; such as mining industry decarbonisation and material supply supporting the global energy transition.
• Help in the coaching, mentoring and development of junior members of staff.

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Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• You have a degree in a relevant discipline such as Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mining, Geology, Economics, Business or Finance.
• You have a good understanding of the mining industry. Preferably gained from 4-8 years’ experience analysing commodities markets or mining/smelting/refining assets, through employment at either a resource company, metal processing company, consulting firm or in the financial sector.
• Strong numeracy skills and an analytical approach.
• An understanding of the needs and expectations of our clients, and the ability to meet them.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• The confidence and skills to present to industry participants at a range of levels and via various forms including calls, webcasts, podcasts, presentations and face-to-face meetings.
• The ability to work as part of a team, achieving results and working effectively with colleagues.
• Creative and innovative thinking; the ability to develop and contribute to new ideas
• Good organisation and planning skills, with the ability to manage your own workload.
• A commitment to excellence and meeting the standards which we pride ourselves on.
• Experience in asset/company valuation techniques and excel modelling.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, specifically Excel.

Key Competencies

You are passionate about Metals and Mining and you are developing an in-depth understanding of the battery raw material supply chain. You have an analytical mindset and an eye for detail, which has been proven in your academic and work experience to date. Your experience includes working in a commercial research team, with experience in a cost discipline advantageous.

Your vision is to become a globally recognised battery raw material supply chain subject matter expert as part of a high-performing team.  You are curious, innovative, and passionate about commodity analysis, the global energy transition, and government policy’s impact on the metals supply chains.

You are experienced at collecting and interpreting data and are skilled at articulating your findings in a clear, concise, and insightful manner. You have a strong understanding of mining and procerssing cost drivers, complemented by a flair for written and verbal communication with strong presentation skills. 

You demonstrate an ability to work independently and as part of a team, generating ideas you want to share. The way in which you work is productive and driven, striving to be best in class. 

You are looking for a role where you can build on your existing knowledge and learn from others in a collaborative, commercial and client-centric environment. You are comfortable sharing your industry knowledge with peers or junior colleagues.

You have a desire to continue to strengthen and broaden your existing relationships with mid-to-senior level client and industry contacts.  You have participated in supporting sales and marketing activities and have assisted in the on-going development of client relationships. You have co-operated with Consulting, Sales and Marketing teams in the Business Development process.

Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in data, analysis and consulting across the energy, chemicals, metals, mining, power and renewables sectors.

Founded in 1973, our success has always been underpinned by the simple principle of providing trusted research and advice that makes a difference to our customers. Today we have over 2,000 customers ranging from the largest global energy companies and financial institutions to governments as well as smaller market specialists.

Our teams are located around the world. This enables us to stay closely connected with customers and the markets and sectors we cover. Collectively this allows us to offer a compelling combination of global commodity analysis with detailed local market knowledge.

We are committed to supporting our people to grow and thrive. We value different perspectives and aspire to create an inclusive environment that encourages diversity and fosters a sense of belonging. We are committed to creating a workplace that works for you and encourage everyone to get involved in our Wellness, Diversity and Inclusion, and Community Engagement initiatives. We actively support flexible working and are happy to consider alternative work patterns, taking into account your needs and the needs of the team or division that you are looking to join. 

Hear what our team has to say about working with us:

https://www.woodmac.com/careers/our-people/

We are proud to be a part of the Verisk family of companies! 

At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.   

Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.  

But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.  

It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.   

At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do. 

At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work® Certification for the fifth consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce.  Verisk’s Statement on Racial Equity and Diversity supports our commitment to these values and affecting positive and lasting change in the communities where we live and work.

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