Middle Distillates Research Analyst

Your future position

• Conduct structured analysis of middle distillates markets (diesel/gasoil/jet), linking flows, fundamentals, and pricing

• Monitor and interpret key market indicators, including refinery runs, inventories, trade flows, and pricing structures

• Track and analyse Middle East export flows and their impact on global balances, particularly into Europe, Africa, and Asia

• Support the production of written research (Market Pulse, Insights, short-form commentary) with clear, data-backed narratives

• Track and synthesise key regional developments (refinery operations, policy changes, export trends) for internal and external distribution

• Collaborate with senior analysts to develop market views and thematic research

• Support client engagement efforts, including responding to queries and contributing to presentations or webinars

Experience & Background

• 2–4 years of experience in refined products markets, with exposure to middle distillates

• Familiarity with Middle East and/or Asia distillates markets, including export-oriented trade flows

• Fundamental knowledge of supply and demand (S&D) balances and how they influence trade flows and pricing

• Understanding of key regional dynamics, including refinery systems, export infrastructure, and trade linkages

• Experience contributing to market analysis and written research outputs

• Experience working with structured datasets to support analysis

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Previous experience using Kpler data or other cargo tracking tools

• Network of market contacts

• Experience with SQL, Python, or other data science tools

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or quantitative field, with proven experience applying modeling techniques in commercial or research environments

Core Competencies

• Fundamental Market Knowledge:
• You have a deep understanding of what makes the oil market move. You can link physical market events to price changes and clearly explain the "why" behind Distillate market trends.
• Regional Trade Flow Expertise
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• egion-specific distillate markets. You have a deep grasp of refinery landscapes and export infrastructure, and you can explain how regional developments impact global trade flows.
• Market Storytelling
• : You can turn terminal data into a "must-read" story. You excel at providing clear, actionable insights for clients under time pressure, even when the market is moving fast and information is limited.
• Intellectual Curiosity & Problem Solving:
• When data doesn’t make sense or a ship goes "dark," you don’t stop until you’ve investigated the anomaly and found the truth.
• Team First & Collaboration:
• You have an instinctive reflex to share information. You work alongside your global colleagues to validate your views and ensure the "Kpler View" is always the best version of the truth.