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Analyst - Copper & Zinc

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CRU

Aug 2

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Toronto

Requirements

  • - Post-graduate qualification and/or specialised training
  • - Ability to research effectively from primary and secondary sources
  • - Highly numerate
  • - Natural inclination to collaborate and work supportively in a diverse and international team
  • - Clear and confident communicator
  • - Ability to build, maintain and grow an effective network
  • - Excellent attention to detail
  • - Fluent written and spoken English, with the ability to construct and express well-reasoned, well-evidenced and logical arguments

Responsibilities

  • Building CRU’s short and long-term views on the market outlooks for copper & zinc, with a primary focus on North America. This will be created using your own primary research, but also working across the business to pull together intelligence developed by colleagues.
  • Expanding CRU’s profile and industry network across the North American region through direct engagement with clients and other sectoral stakeholders; and by actively promoting content in the public arena by attending conferences, connecting with industry, media, and governmental organisations, as well as undertaking site visits.
  • Contributing to written reports, presentations, market-leading insights, and webinar content, across the full suite of the Copper & Zinc team’s products.
  • Working with the global team of analysts to build an effective and capable team that enables thorough and transparent coverage of a market that is key to the global industry.

FAQs

What is the focus of the Analyst - Copper & Zinc position?

The primary focus of the Analyst - Copper & Zinc position is to build CRU’s short and long-term market outlooks for copper and zinc, particularly in North America, through primary research and collaboration with colleagues.

What qualifications are required for this role?

An undergraduate degree in a numerate discipline such as Economics or Engineering is required. A post-graduate qualification and/or specialized training would be an advantage.

What type of experience is sought for this position?

The role is ideal for a graduate or early-career professional with a background in economics, political economy, financial analysis, or the mining industry, along with a keen interest in the base metals markets.

What skills are essential for candidates applying for this role?

Essential skills include the ability to conduct effective research, strong numeracy skills for data analysis, collaboration in a diverse team, clear communication, and excellent attention to detail.

Will the Analyst need to engage with clients and industry stakeholders?

Yes, the Analyst will need to expand CRU’s profile and industry network through direct engagement with clients and stakeholders, attending conferences, and undertaking site visits.

What kind of outputs will the Analyst be expected to contribute to?

The Analyst will contribute to written reports, presentations, market insights, and webinar content across the Copper & Zinc team’s product offerings.

Is fluency in English required for this position?

Yes, fluent written and spoken English is required, with the ability to construct and express well-reasoned and logical arguments.

What does the company expect regarding collaboration among analysts?

The company expects the Analyst to work with a global team of analysts to build an effective and capable team for thorough and transparent market coverage.

Are there opportunities for specialized training available?

While specialized training is advantageous, the job listing does not specify whether the company provides such training. However, continuous development opportunities may be available.

Does the job require travel?

Yes, the role may require travel for attending conferences, visiting industry stakeholders, and undertaking site visits.

We specialise in mining, metal and fertilizer commodities, delivering global business intelligence.

Energy
Industry
201-500
Employees
1969
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

CRU offers unrivalled business intelligence on the global metals, mining and fertilizer industries through market analysis, price assessments, consultancy and events. Since our foundation in 1969, we have consistently invested in primary research and robust methodologies, and developed expert teams in key locations worldwide, including in hard-to-reach markets such as China. CRU employs over 250 experts and has more than 10 offices around the world, in Europe, the Americas, China, Asia and Australia – our office in Beijing opened in 2004. When facing critical business decisions, you can rely on our first-hand knowledge to give you a complete view of a commodity market. And you can engage with our experts directly, for the full picture and a personalised response. CRU – big enough to deliver a high quality service, small enough to care about all of our customers.

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