Senior Analyst / Senior Reporter – Freight Markets
Location: London, UK
About Argus
Argus is an independent media organisation with 1,400 staff, we are one of the world’s largest companies providing news, analysis and price information to commodities and energy markets. We report first-hand on what’s happening globally in the energy space – from hydrogen to coal, crude oil to green ammonia, carbon markets to wind farms. And we do the same for economically vital markets in agriculture, fertilizers, metals and chemicals.
We employ almost 500 journalists worldwide and have 30 offices in Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, China, Japan, Singapore and North and South America. Companies in 140 countries around the world use Argus data to index physical trade and as benchmarks in financial derivative markets as well as for analysis and planning purposes.
Argus was founded in 1970 and is a privately held UK-registered company. It is owned by employee shareholders, global growth equity firm General Atlantic. Argus Media is committed to ensuring career and personal growth for all its staff and provides extensive training and career development opportunities, as well as participation in employee-led initiatives, including a women’s network. Our core values are Excellence, Integrity, Partnership and Inclusivity.
What we’re looking for
Argus is seeking a Freight Analyst to join the expanding Freight team in London, which covers tanker, dry bulk and LPG freight markets. As a member of this team, you will become familiar with all these markets and an expert in one or more of them.
You will cover your market through daily price assessments, writing interesting, analytical market commentaries, news coverage and in-depth analysis to appear online and in the daily Argus Freight report. You will also be responsible for maintaining and expanding the contact base, driving methodology and coverage development and attending industry events.
The global freight market is in a state of constant change in its position at the centre of international trade, geopolitics and environmental regulation. This represents an exciting opportunity to join the team and cover high-profile news on changes that can reshape the global trade and impact on the wider crude, oil products, dry bulk and gas commodity industries.
You will work in tandem with other reporters and editors who will provide training and support to develop in-depth knowledge of the markets.
Key Responsibilities
• Monitor and assess markets to produce daily price assessments, market commentaries, news, analysis and reports
• Curate data and maintain and analyse existing data series to inform coverage and develop graphs and charts within Excel to illustrate trends and analysis
• Develop an understanding of relevant commodity markets, working with other Argus teams to produce joint content.
• Regular meetings and daily communication with key members of the industry, including traders, brokers, and business leaders to build relationships and gather news
• Contribute copy to relevant daily and periodical publications and the online news service, and contribute to special content and presentations as required
• Work with other departments to help promote the use of Argus price assessments and help develop new pricing tools for the freight market
• Attend meetings, conferences and industry events to build contacts, report on news and represent Argus in the industry
Skills and Experience
• A graduate with a strong degree
• Proven ability to develop, source and write industry-relevant news to deadline
• Knowledge of the commodity and/or freight sectors useful, but not essential
• Excellent writing, grammar and numeracy skills (these will be tested as part of the interview process)
• Ability to use data in generating stories and analysis is preferred, while a willingness to learn is essential
• Excellent communication skills with ability to network and build contacts with industry executives. Strong presentation skills also preferred.
• Prior experience of working in the financial or energy journalism sector is useful but not essential
• Strong co-ordination and time management skills with the ability to work well within a team
• Additional languages useful but not essential
• Experience in the shipping industry or in a price reporting role is preferred, but not necessary
Attributes
• Demonstrable interest in global business and politics
• Self-motivated, able to use initiative and equipped with an inquisitive nature
• Ability to collaborate and work within a close-knit team is essential
What’s in it for you
Our rapidly growing, award-winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognizes and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success.
For more details about the company and to apply please make sure you upload your CV via our website: www.argusmedia.com/en/careers/open-positions
By submitting your job application, you automatically acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and/or disclosure of your personal data to the Company. Argus is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
