The fertilizers business unit is seeking a talented and motivated London-based markets analyst to contribute further to its growth. The role will initially focus on short-term market reporting and analysis of the global trade in sulphur and sulphuric acid as major inputs into fertilizer markets. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious young reporter keen to cover commodity markets that overlap with energy, metals and agriculture.


Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Reporting and analysing the global traded markets in sulphur and sulphuric acid
• Sulphur and sulphuric acid market price discovery and assessments
• Analysing and forecasting market fundamentals and trends
• Communicating to clients in written and verbal form
• Working closely with other fertilizer markets analysts to publish reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Market calls for weekly price assessments and reporting
• Relationship building with key contacts

Minimum Required Qualifications

• BA (Hons)
Additional Qualifications
• Journalism post-grad diploma or similar an advantage


Knowledge & Experience

• Strong editing, writing and reporting skills
• Creative thinking based on a robust approach to data.
• Numeracy and ability to critically analyse data, identifying trends and key drivers
• Evidence of commercial awareness also an advantage, particularly an understanding of commodities markets


Skills & Competencies

• A curious mindset and ability to quickly attain market information
• Strong English writing and reporting skills – candidate should be able to capture key market events concisely and incorporate data/analysis to provide unique CRU value addition to content
• Ability to maintain relationships with information providers and expand networks
• Goal-oriented, with a high level of energy and enthusiasm; able to operate efficiently, effectively and professionally within a fast-paced, dynamic and results-driven business environment
• An analytical mind-set and able to get to grips quickly with the intricacies and complexities of the economics and data that drive our industries, business and strategy
• Creative in the application of first principles to problems and mindful of the time constraints of a business environment
• Approachable, with a positive and collaborative attitude and a genuine interest in developing the team to maintain its position as the industry benchmark – delivering value to our clients and creating value for shareholders
• Delivery focused and a passion for quality and innovation, with a flexible and adaptable attitude, willing to accept and drive change

Join the Team

Markets are changing, and technology is advancing, making data expertise crucial for efficient, sustainable growth. At CRU, we help businesses meet these challenges as a leading data intelligence partner by staying adaptable, collaborative, and proactive.

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