Associate Director - Consulting

Job Description:

About the Team:

Dow Jones Energy delivers trusted price transparency, benchmarks, analytics, news, and insights across the global energy, chemicals, metals, and fuel supply value chains. Our offerings support institutional investors, analysts, and traders navigating spot, wholesale, and retail markets, as well as emerging segments tied to the global energy transition.

Through authoritative data, real-time intelligence, and deep market expertise, Dow Jones Energy enables financial professionals to mitigate risk and make high-stakes commercial decisions in volatile, fast-evolving global markets.

About the Role:

As Associate Director - Consulting in Dow Jones Energy’s global bespoke consulting practice, you will develop, quote, lead and conduct bespoke research consulting projects covering multiple business lines including energy, feedstocks, olefins, plastics, aromatics, inorganics, syngas, and other materials. This is an opportunity for a highly experienced consulting professional who possesses in-depth knowledge of the chemical, petrochemical, refining and energy industries across various regions. You will have ownership of project execution, client relationships, and mentorship of the consulting team. You will report to the Executive Director - Consulting. 

You Will:

• Own projects executed from Houston and ensure their timely delivery
• Actively manage the consultancy project team, including team members assigned to projects from other regions, and ensure smooth execution of projects
• Utilize internal and external subject matter experts for in-depth analysis
• Support consulting directors and senior management in project implementation
• Manage, guide and mentor the analysts and consulting team through successful completion of project tasks
• Interface with clients and present study findings
• Participate in business development activities and assist in proposal writing for the consulting business
• Participate in resource planning, performance appraisal and recruiting processes
• Contribute to team discussions on various consulting projects as a knowledgeable stakeholder
• Travel on an ad-hoc basis.

You Have:

• At least 10+ years’ experience in a commercial or techno-economic role in the energy, refining or petrochemical industry or within energy/petrochemical market consultancy
• Proven track record in successfully leading consulting or similar projects
• In-depth understanding of the energy and petrochemicals business, the structure of industry, the production technologies, and economic aspects such as markets and pricing is important
• Superior analytical and project management skills
• Appropriate level of technical knowledge and industry insight necessary to effectively guide the consulting team and lead discussions with clients
• B.Sc./B.Eng./B.Tech. degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, related discipline -OR- equivalent work experience
• A postgraduate degree in science or business management (a plus)

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program
• Financial Health Programs
• Cybersecurity Protection

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Business Area:

Dow Jones - Energy

Job Category:

General Management

Union Status:

Non-Union roleBase Pay Range: $140,000 - $195,000

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.