Senior Oil Market Analyst

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The IEA is recruiting a Senior Oil Market Analyst to work in the Oil Industry and Markets Division (OIM) in the IEA’s Directorate of Energy Markets and Security (EMS). The selected candidate will be part of a close-knit team that generates forecasts and analysis of the oil market under demanding deadlines. S/he will work on the IEA’s flagship monthly Oil Market Report (OMR) and its annual Medium Term Oil Market Report and will provide general support work for the functioning of the division. S/he will work under the supervision of the Head of Division.

Main Responsibilities

Research and Analysis

• Plan, prepare and undertake high quality quantitative and qualitative analysis covering the oil industry and markets over the short and medium term. The focus of the role will depend on the experience of the candidate and the needs of the division but may cover demand, supply, refining, stocks, prices and/or trade.
• Lead the development of appropriate models, databases and tools – notably using AI – to enhance the quality of the analysis.
• Draft appropriate sections of the IEA's flagship monthly publication Oil Market Report (OMR) and the annual Medium Term Oil Market Report..
• Draft ad hoc briefs, reports and online content under frequent and tight deadlines, in a succinct and clear style, both individually and in teams and ensure dissemination.
• Co-operate with colleagues from the agency on cross-disciplinary analytical projects.

Leadership and Management

• Provide intellectual guidance in developing thought leading analysis of oil market trends as well as links to related macroeconomic topics and other energy and commodity markets such as petrochemicals.
• Manage and mentor junior analysts and support staff.
• Contribute to the definition of strategic directions of the policy work on oil market issues.
• Present analysis and findings at meetings of the IEA’s Standing Committees.

Liaison and outreach

• Collaborate with other Divisions and teams in the Agency and participate in preparations and the running of meetings of various IEA groups and committees.
• Develop and maintain relationships with representatives of IEA member and association governments, industry, international organisations, and other institutions involved in oil industry and market analysis.
• Represent the IEA on subjects related to oil market analysis at international conferences and seminars.
• Participate in missions to member and non-member countries.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

• An advanced university degree in economics, petroleum geology or petroleum engineering or other relevant discipline.

Professional Background

• At least eight years' experience in a research, consulting, corporate planning and/or oil and/or product trading capacity.
• Policy experience with exposure to energy questions in government and/or industry.
• Professional experience preferably in a cross-national context working on oil market analysis and research.
• Demonstrated experience in quantitative data analysis and in developing analytical methodologies and tools, notably with AI.

Languages

• An excellent level of oral and written communication skills and excellent drafting ability in English.
• Working knowledge of other languages would be an advantage.

Core Competencies

• OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring processes: Vision and Strategy (Level 3); Enable People (Level 2); Ethics and Integrity (Level 2); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 3); Achieve Results (Level 3); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 3).
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Contract Duration

• Two-year fixed term appointment, with the possibility of renewal.

Additional information

• This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than 6 December 23h59 CET, 2026 (Paris time).

What the OECD offers

• Depending on level of experience, monthly base salary starting from 11 134.80 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
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Selection Process

For retained candidates, written tests/video-recorded interviews are foreseen in December, and panel interviews are planned for January 2027.

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