Commodity Analyst

The Role: The Associate Editor for Americas Metals Markets is a market reporter and analyst who takes responsibility for day-to-day reporting on metals markets in the Americas.

Essential Skills:

• Experience of relevant reporting or analytical experience (new graduates will be considered

with appropriate skills training)

• Strong mathematical skills

• Strong writing skills

• Ability to perform well with tight deadlines

Accountabilities:

Assess markets: The market reporter in this position assesses the value of metals products, accurately and fully in line with our rigorous and well-known methodology. The market reporter will survey market participants throughout the day; publish price updates through the day, especially all information that might be used in assessing value; demonstrate a thorough understanding of Platts' methodology; be rigorous when using mathematics and excel spreadsheets; demonstrate ability to do a full set of assessments without the aid of a spreadsheet; and ensure our methodology for market is up to date.