Senior Research Analyst, Sustainability, Agribusiness Research 

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

The Team: We are looking for an agricultural specialist to join S&P Global Commodity Insights’ dynamic Agribusiness Research, to help drive Agribusiness Sustainability data and research. The Agribusiness group offers data and research solutions on major crops and food commodities, fertilizers, biofuels, crop science and animal health.  

Work schedule: Full time. 

The Role: We are seeking an Agricultural specialist able to develop and drive research and insights into Sustainability in Agribusiness to support our customer base on their sustainability journey. These include researching, gathering data and developing insights on sustainability trends and risks in Agribusiness, regulatory frameworks, policy, emissions, and carbon opportunities for the industry. 

Responsibilities: We are searching for people who are passionate about agriculture and would like to join an international team of like-minded people, driven to deliver excellence. You are applying for a dynamic career path within a passionate and fast-paced environment. More specifically, responsibilities include: 

·         Apply technical agricultural knowledge to assess and optimize sustainable agricultural products for our clients. 

·         Conduct analyses, feasibility studies and economic impact assessments of sustainable agriculture initiatives. 

·         Evaluate financial and economic implications of sustainability in agriculture practices and provide key insights to clients on key performance indicators. 

·         Demonstrate expertise in agricultural sustainability, understanding its implications for food and agriculture companies, including best practices and innovative approaches to enhance sustainability.

·         Demonstrate expertise in corporate GHG accounting and carbon markets

·         Analyze and articulate how sustainable agricultural practices can drive business value, improve supply chain resilience, and meet regulatory requirements for food and agriculture companies.

·         Conduct and validate the quality of data & insights. 

·         Engage with customers and potential customers, demonstrating expertise and acting as an ambassador for S&P Global pursuit of analytical excellence 

Your Qualifications:  

·         Bachelor or master’s degree in agriculture sciences or related field. MBA preferred.

·         At least 5 years of relevant experience in one of the key domains: sustainable agriculture finance, environmental law & policy analysis, carbon markets, corporate GHG accounting 

·         Experience working in consulting firms is preferred 

·         Strong analytical skills with acute attention to detail 

·         Excellent spoken and written English skills

Your Soft Skills: 

·         A strong interest in sustainability and agribusiness 

·         The ability to work independently and in an organized manner 

·         Goal and team-orientation 

·         Innovative thinking and proactive behavior 

·         Strong communication and presentation skills 

·         Positive attitude to work

About S&P Global Commodity Insights
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.

We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.

S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.