About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

This role will contribute to the growth of our global critical minerals consulting team and to the execution of our broader Energy Transition team’s projects for private and public sector clients by providing analytical rigor, expertise in model development, and the ability to manage entire workstreams and develop client-ready deliverables. The Principal Consultant, focused primarily on critical minerals but with a good handle of other energy-related topics, is expected to help build up our consulting capabilities around critical minerals and work closely with clients and internal consulting team members to ensure that bespoke consulting projects are delivered with quality, on time and within budget.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of consultants and experts with wide-ranging backgrounds in energy and the energy transition. The varied and changing nature of our projects leads to development of a diverse set of skills, and exposure to different industries and clients, including senior industry leaders and policy makers.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage entire workstreams within a larger project, under the direction of the project manager.
• Contribute to business winning and business development efforts of our critical minerals consulting practice (proposals, scoping calls, conferences, etc.)
• Deliver against each project’s plan to ensure on-time delivery of a quality set of products.
• Conduct client interviews, workshops, and presentations to gather information and present recommendations.
• Develop insights and recommendations based on data analysis and industry expertise.
• Efficiently review analysis and modelling efforts done by other team members and provide feedback for improvement.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients through effective communication and understanding of client needs.
• Be able to work autonomously in the execution of consulting engagements.

What We’re Looking For:

• Four to eight years of experience in industry, consulting, or finance environments
• Extensive experience in metals & mining consulting or direct mining company experience (in a strategy role, finance role, or operational role).
• In-depth knowledge of the metals & mining market is critical for this position, including understanding market dynamics, supply chains, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in areas related to the energy sector is appreciated, preferably in roles associated to operations, energy efficiency, low-carbon energy, or sustainable practices.
• Exposure to various aspects of the energy value chain, including production, processing or distribution and consumption.
• Experience in management consulting will be a significant plus.
• The ability to work with autonomy and minimal direction once priorities are agreed is preferrable.
• Minimum qualifications are BSc. in a related field.
• A post-graduate degree is a strong plus (including in finance, economics, or business).
• Strong written and oral presentation skills in English, knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese is appreciated.
• Must have an analytical frame of mind and be prepared to use data to back up opinions.
• Some travel is required, with an average around 20% of the time (but could occasionally be more)
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment providing ideas and open feedback.

The Location: Houston, TX, New York, NY, Toronto CA, other US locations will be considered. Visa sponsorship is not being offered for this position.

About S&P Global Commodity Insights
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.

We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

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