Economist

PE Global is currently recruiting for an Economist for a leading international energy company based in London.

This is an opportunity to join a business at the forefront of their industry that offers amazing opportunities for progression and benefits.

Duties of the role/Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the finance team to ensure investment evaluations align with budget forecasts and financial targets.
Conduct market and competitor analysis to inform investment proposals and strategic planning decisions.
Conduct thorough economic evaluations for investment and divestment decisions to support company strategy.
Oversee the investment monitoring process and manage the preparation of releases.
Coordinate with technical departments and HQ to gather capital and operating cost data for effective planning.
Maintain and continuously update the company’s economic evaluation models.
Develop economic evaluations and reports to meet regulatory and lender requirements.
Contribute data for periodic regulatory and lender reports.
Provide economic analyses for corporate reporting that align with accounting standards and governance practices.

Education/Experience

University Degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or equivalent.
Experience working as an Economist in the Exploration & Production sector of the Oil & Gas Industry or in a UK-regulated business.
Strong understanding of regulatory and commercial frameworks within the energy sector.
Proficiency in economic modelling with excellent skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Numerate with a solid grasp of financial markets and foreign exchange dynamics.
Ability to work effectively in a team, with strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Ability to develop financial forecasts and assist in investment planning processes.
Familiarity with energy market trends, including supply-demand dynamics and pricing structures.
Deadline-oriented with a structured and methodical approach to completing tasks.
Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex economic data.
Support management in strategic planning by providing detailed economic assessments of market trends.
Experience liaising with regulatory bodies and ensuring compliance with industry standards.