Director - Upstream Research

Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables, energy, and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human intelligence. In an ever-changing world, companies 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. Our team of over 2,400 experts, operating across 30 global locations, are enabling 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 confident decisions when it matters most.

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We are looking for a senior executive (Director/Vice President) to join our Upstream research team. Our oil and gas sector teams are located around the world and deliver research and consulting projects based on our assessment and valuation of thousands of individual assets. Together, we work with a range of clients, including national and major oil companies, operators, investment banks, and institutional investors.

• To contribute to the strategic priorities and objectives of your region/sector/specialist area

• To effectively lead specialist teams to deliver research publications and other work commitments specifically in the NE Asia region, on schedule and within budget

• To collaborate effectively with commercial colleagues in NE Asia (particular focus on China) to build a more lucrative business in the country

• To establish and maintain close working relationships with a range of senior/executive level clients in China and to maintain currency on client priorities and enhance WoodMac's reputation for excellence

• To support junior and middle managers in delivering excellence in overall team performance

• To help recruit, develop and retain the right people and establish open, supportive and dynamic team environments which deliver success

• To be accountable for delivering industry leading Upstream research

• To be accountable for your team collaborating effectively with other sectors/specialist areas,  such that there is close alignment on cross-team or pan-sectoral issues, and client expectations are addressed

• To be a role model for WM values and culture, nurturing good practice and seeking continuous improvement

• Contributes to strategic planning and decision-making within business area, ensuring that programmes and objectives are aligned with strategic goals

• Leads, directs, and controls activities in an area of research so that the regional/functional area or technical specialism achieves short and long-term objectives in the business plan

• Accountable for quality and effectiveness of content or work programmes in a sub-region, sectoral unit or functional specialism

• To play an integral role in expanding our commercial business in China, working very closely with commercial colleagues from the Sales and Consulting teams

• To build and maintain a strong network within our Chinese clients and prospects

• To contribute to our regional and global thought leadership research efforts

• To communicate and share our industry leading research and opinions with executive clients and prospects.

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• MSc or equivalent level qualification

• A minimum of 15 years of relevant, professional experience in the Upstream sector with exposure across the value chain, from exploration to production

• Comprehensive knowledge of the oil and gas markets of the Asia Pacific region (China specifically)

• Extensive knowledge of the global energy industry and the Energy Transition

• Deep experience in stakeholder engagement and management

• Strong blend of technical skills and experience and demonstrable commercial acumen

• A track record in demonstrating differentiated values and behaviours

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrable curiosity with a track record of impactful innovation

• Excellent data reading, manipulation and analysis skills.

• We are a hybrid working company and the successful applicant will be required to be physically present in the office at least 2 days per week to foster and contribute to a collaborative environment. Full-time remote working is not an option for this role.

• Due to the global nature of the team, a degree of flexible working will be required to accommodate different time zones.

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