About the Role:

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The Role: Principal Analyst, Datacenters and Energy 

The Team: Our team has been at the forefront of the datacenter market for over a decade, delivering both qualitative and quantitative analyses. We provide insights into the companies within the industry, their clients, and the trends affecting the industry across different cities. You will join the North American Power and Renewables team but collaborate across S&P Global divisions to develop a new research service. 

The Impact: As a Principal Research Analyst, your role will be pivotal in serving a diverse range of clients, including datacenter operators, investors, energy companies, and enterprises. Our clients depend on us for comprehensive coverage of datacenter-specific trends in North America, as well as broader topics like energy management, sustainability, and AI's impact on operations. Your work will focus on the implications and opportunities of data centers to North American power markets and will guide clients in making informed strategic decisions in the dynamic intersection of AI, datacenter growth, and energy needs.  

What’s in it for you: 

• Collaborate across S&P Global divisions to develop a new research service at the intersection of AI, datacenter growth, and energy sustainability  
• Establish yourself as a recognized expert in the datacenter and energy sectors with a focus on North American electricity markets. 
• Engage with a wide range of professionals, including industry executives and government officials, to expand your network. 
• Enjoy the autonomy to manage your research topics and priorities with managerial support. 
• Travel across North America for client engagements and events 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop expertise in a new focus area within S&P Commodities Insights. 
• Create and deliver detailed market reports on the North American datacenter, infrastructure, and energy markets with a focus on North American electricity markets. 
• Collaborate across divisions to integrate diverse insights into cohesive analyses. 
• Perform quantitative analysis to support strategic insights. 
• Engage directly with clients, providing insights and solutions. 
• Utilize your expertise in datacenter and energy industries to drive research initiatives. 
• Share thought leadership through written reports, webinars and industry conferences. 
• Conduct research for client consulting engagements and deliver presentations and reports 

Qualifications: 

• 3+ Years experience in the datacenter or energy industries, prior electricity market experience preferred. 
• Ability and desire to independently drive research initiatives 
• Strong collaborative skills  
• Proven ability in quantitative analysis  
• Strong client-facing skills, particularly with capital markets stakeholders. 
• Excellent written and presentation skills for effective communication. 
• Research experience in support of client consulting engagements. 
• Experience in thought leadership through webinars and conferences. 
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills. 
• Willingness to travel for client engagements and events. 

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only): S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $83,313-$116,767. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.  This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits that we provide to our employees, please click here.

Right to Work Requirements: This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

About S&P Global Commodity Insights
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