Vice President, Consulting* (Energy & Chemicals Markets)*
Based in Dubai
About Argus**
Argus is an independent media organisation with 1,200 staff. It is
headquartered in London and has 28 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.
Argus C onsulting builds on our key strengths - commodity markets
expertise, international networks, and trusted data. This spans future
energy such as hydrogen, along with all its potential carriers such as
ammonia, biomass, biofuels, conventional energy sources such as coal, LNG,
fuel oil, marine fuels, and petroleum coke, plus comprehensive coverage of
non-fuel commodities such as petrochemicals, fertilizers, and metals. Our
global team works with energy companies, trading firms, lenders and investors,
governments, regulatory bodies, and professional service firms, offering
tailor-made research to those seeking the highest quality market and technical
insight, analysis, and commentary. In addition, we are responsible for global
fundamentals data and analytical tools, strategy reports and price outlooks
and leverage these in bespoke projects for the clients.
Services Offered
• Feasibility studies • Project valuation • Due diligence • Strategic planning
Services offered • Policy and regulatory analysis • Market entry studies •
Market supply strategy • Price and fundamentals forecast
https://www.argusmedia.com/en/products-platforms/consulting
What will you be doing?
Do you have energy and chemical sector knowledge and the ability to provide
advisory and delivery services? Do you have experience working for a
consultancy or background that has worked within the energy and chemicals
sector?
We are looking for a passionate, engaging, and ambitious Vice President to
join our growing team in Asia. You will be a senior member of the Asia and
Middle East consulting team, reporting to the Senior Vice President,
responsible for expanding our range of consulting services. In addition, you
will take a leading role in our project teams, delivering various bespoke
consulting projects to clients.
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Accountable for performance of the Argus Consulting business in Asia. Will
translate the global Consulting strategy into effective plans for the
Asia/Middle East Consulting team that will result in achievement of defined
financial and commercial objectives
* Develop relationships with existing and target clients in the region, engaging them in content-led business development that showcases Argus capabilities and builds trust
* Provide oversight to, and take an active role, as necessary, in the generation and management of workflow for Consulting opportunities within the region. Maintain oversight of the proposal process, working closely with Commercial and other stakeholders to deliver winning proposals
* Accountable for ensuring that all projects undertaken by the Consulting team, or for clients within the region, meet and exceed expected quality standards and financial metrics
* Manage the Consulting team, responsible for all aspects of the growth and development of individuals working within it
* Work closely with Marketing and other teams to ensure Argus increases its brand presence in the region
* Represent the broader Argus product set, including both Consulting and non-Consulting products, across all industry sectors covered by Argus
* Represent Argus at industry conferences and functions, including making presentations to senior energy industry executives up to CEO/ministerial level.
What we 're looking for in you
* Educated to degree level. Highly numerate
* 1 5 + years of experience in energy/chemicals consulting required.
* Very strong knowledge of industry trends that are relevant to Oil & Gas and Petrochemical companies within the region. Some understanding of other sectors covered by Argus (e.g. Fertilizer, Metals) beneficial
* Expert project management skills; able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
* Intellectually curious and able to demonstrate structured problem solving and analytical skills
* Exceptional communication and relationship building skills. Capable of operating at the highest levels within target clients and other relevant organisations
* Excellent political and stakeholder management skills.
* Demonstrable track record of selling professional services
* Flexible in approach, highly motivated and determined to contribute to the growth of Argus' Consulting Services.
* 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 with an industry leader and rapidly growing global company
* Opportunity to have a direct impact and be a vital part of the growth and development of the business and the team
* Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects in Asia and the Middle East
* Competitive salary and bonus in line with education, experience, and skills
* Hybrid working model - Work from Home options available
* Group Healthcare Scheme in the UAE
* 22 days holiday plus public holidays
* Employee Welfare & Employee Assistance Programme
Travel
* Cover client meetings, conferences, and events
We're not engaging any recruitment agencies for this role, so if you're
interested. Please apply directly.
We will conduct interviews continuously and reserve the right to take down the
advertisement when we find the right candidate.
Please send in your application via our official careers website at
https://www.argusmedia.com/en/careers/open-positions.
Jobs posted on other websites and that do not link to our careers website may
not be legitimate and may be fraudulent. If you are contacted by someone whom
you suspect may not be appropriately representing Argus, please send the
details to us via an email with "Recruitment Fraud" in the subject title.