ABOUT ARGUS

Argus is the leading independent provider of market intelligence to the global energy and commodity markets. We offer essential price assessments, news, analytics, consulting services, data science tools and industry conferences to illuminate complex and opaque commodity markets. Headquartered in London with over 1,500 staff, Argus is an independent media organisation with 30 offices in the world’s principal commodity trading hubs. Companies, trading firms and governments in 160 countries around the world trust Argus data to make decisions, analyse situations, manage risk, facilitate trading and for long-term planning. Argus prices are used as trusted benchmarks around the world for pricing transportation, commodities and energy. Founded in 1970, Argus remains a privately held UK-registered company owned by employee shareholders and global growth equity firm General Atlantic. Argus 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.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Ability to develop, verify and write industry-relevant news/content in English to deadline
• Excellent writing, grammar and numeracy skills (these will be tested as part of the interview process) and a drive to produce high-quality written content
• Ability to use data to generate stories and analysis using Excel is preferred
• Excellent communication skills with ability to network and build contacts with industry executives
• Background in oil markets preferred but not essential
• A strong understanding of market supply and demand dynamics in commodities
• Strong co-ordination and time management skills with the ability to work well within a team, and a keen eye for detail
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentoring junior staff

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

We are looking for a driven, passionate and resourceful Senior Reporter to help drive news writing and price reporting for our Base Oils coverage. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical, inquisitive, numerate and literate individual to develop their leadership skills in a rapidly evolving market. You will have a passion for understanding how complex systems work and will relish the prospect of developing your skills in a role that combines data-driven analysis with traditional relationship-based reporting.
You will work across a range of weekly and biweekly services. You will also take responsibility for ensuring the assessment methodology is followed and updated as markets evolve. You will lead consultations with market participants where necessary and are the first point of contact for any queries regarding pricing and methodology.
You will work closely with other reporters, senior reporters, deputy editors and editors as well as other teams at Argus. We will provide you with training and support for you to develop an in-depth knowledge of the markets. In-house training courses are regularly provided on technical skills as well as content-related courses, and new joiners are also provided with extensive training resources.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and assess fast-moving markets to produce daily price assessments and intelligence, market commentaries, news, analysis and reports
• Establish strong relationships with key members of the industry and business leaders through meetings and daily communications to gain an in-depth understanding of your market
• Proactively generate news leads and pitch stories, contribute copy to the relevant publication and the on-line news service, offer contributions to special content (blog posts, white papers, webinars, podcasts, etc.)
• Collaborate with colleagues on the desk and in other teams to enhance and drive coverage
• Attend meetings, conferences and industry events to build contacts, report on news and represent Argus in the industry
• Build up your industry expertise and writing skills to provide readers with first-class market insights and analysis