Vice President Consulting (energy & Chemical Markets)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99s network.

Argus
C onsulting builds on our key strengths \xe2\x80\x93 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

\xe2\x80\xa2 Feasibility studies \xe2\x80\xa2 Project valuation \xe2\x80\xa2 Due diligence \xe2\x80\xa2 Strategic planning Services offered \xe2\x80\xa2 Policy and regulatory analysis \xe2\x80\xa2 Market entry studies \xe2\x80\xa2 Market supply strategy \xe2\x80\xa2 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.

  • 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\xe2\x80\x99re looking for in you

  • Educated to degree level. Highly numerate
  • 15+ 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\xe2\x80\x99 Consulting Services.
  • Able to work independently whilst also engaging and collaborating in line with the Argus values: Excellence, Integrity, Partnership, and Inclusivity.

What\xe2\x80\x99s 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.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1503816
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned