Market Analysts / Editors – Asia Commodities Market

Argus is an independent media organisation with 1,300 staff. It is headquartered in London and has 29 offices in the world’s principal commodity trading and production centres. Argus produces price assessments and analysis of international energy and other commodity markets and offers bespoke consulting services and industry-leading conferences. 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 and Hg, the specialist software and technology services investor. 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 will you be doing?

As part of our expansion in Singapore, we are looking for outstanding individuals to join our growing team to cover reporting on Asia’s fast-growing commodities and energy space.

The successful candidate will join our global network of over 500 dedicated market analysts to connect deeply with the markets they cover, delivering expert news, analysis, and information not available elsewhere. We pride ourselves on analysing how and why news matter to our high-level audience, which comprises Fortune 500 companies, national oil and energy companies, multinationals, financial institutions, trading companies, and governments.

In this role, you will work within a fast-paced team and help expand our global coverage of the commodities market. You will be writing engaging news stories and analysing spot prices that are timely, accurate, objective, and meaningful for our clients. This includes maintaining a strong network of contacts within the industries to source original, relevant and exclusive content. You will be innately curious and personable and be able to quickly become a subject matter expert and lead coverage within a designated product portfolio. You will enjoy collaborative work with colleagues from various backgrounds, many located in Argus’ other offices around the globe. In addition, there are opportunities to travel, attend industry events, present at industry conferences and lead webinar sessions.

This is an excellent opportunity for analytical and inquisitive analysts, consultants and brokers to transfer their skills and knowledge to a price reporting, news, and analysis business.

You do not need experience in commodities markets. Instead, intelligence, curiosity, writing ability and a genuine desire to become a journalist are the primary qualities we look for in a diverse pool of candidates. The compensation will be commensurate based on the individual’s background.

The Reward

A booming industry, a growing company
Opportunities to travel, attend industry events, present at industry conferences and lead webinar sessions.
Gain exposure to various energy and commodities markets, including crude, petroleum products, natural gas, LPG and other gas liquids, biofuels, petrochemicals, coal and biomass, fertiliser and metals.
Promising career path within Argus Editorial practice and developing areas of specialization.

What we’re looking for in you

An investigative mind and good writing skills
The role requires an analytical mind, attention to detail and a proactive approach to relationship development and source building.
Experience in energy and commodity sectors would be highly advantageous.
A commitment to the highest level of accuracy and completing all writing within established deadlines.
Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite with experience in Excel.
Aspirations to break the news and deliver actionable intelligence on commodities
Able to work independently whilst also engaging and collaborating in line with the Argus values: Excellence, Integrity, Partnership, and Inclusivity

What’s in it for you:

Work within a highly motivated team at an industry-leading and rapidly growing global company
Competitive salary and company bonus scheme
A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork
Excellent location at Raffles Place in central Singapore – close to public transport and amenities
Hybrid working model - Work from Home options available
Comprehensive benefits package including medical (GP and specialist), dental and hospitalisation.
20 vacation days your first year, up to a maximum of 25 days
Extensive internal and external training
Employee Welfare & Employee Assistance Programme

Travel

Cover conferences and events (5-10% of overseas travel is expected).

Hours

Monday through Friday, 10.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m.

Earlier or later hours, or weekend hours, may be expected on occasion.