Freelance Analyst - Power & Renewables

Fitch Solutions, a global leader in emerging markets analysis, is currently looking for a Freelance Analyst who specialises in the Power & Renewables sector to update quarterly industry reports. Each report covers a single country, and contains both qualitative and quantitative analysis, including Fitch Solutions’s proprietary sector-specific and macroeconomic data and forecasts. Work is assigned on a quarterly basis and you would be responsible for covering an agreed number of countries each quarter. As the Power & Renewables reports tie in with our Country Risk analysis, we are looking for candidates with a strong interest in current affairs across developed and emerging markets. The successful applicant will also have strong research and writing skills, as well as an ability to work with and analyse large volumes of data. The Freelance Analyst will need to : Research recent energy and power industry events and relevant issues affecting the industry in a specific country. Research recent activities of various companies and institutions linked with that sector and analysing the growth strategies. Identify market and company trends. Work with the data provided by the team to update forecast scenarios. Update the text of the reports based on your research and the new data forecasts. Basic Requirements: Based in the UK or South Africa A degree of 2:1 (or national equivalent) or higher in economics, finance or international relations. Fluent English writing style. Keen interest in economics, global financial markets and world affairs. Previous experience (academic or professional) in written analysis and research concerning commodities. Experience with a Content Management System (CMS) is desired. Please send your CV to: [email protected]