Legal Research Analyst, Energy Terms and Regulation

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 10

The Team: You will be working in the E&P Terms and Above-Ground Risk team, an industry-leading provider of analysis on above-ground issues affecting the hydrocarbon sector. We are dedicated to providing oil and gas companies and governments with actionable insights to inform upstream investment decisions and policymaking. You will also collaborate extensively with the teams assessing how energy transition regulatory developments are affecting the upstream investment environment.

The Impact: Support oil and gas companies, governments and financial investors in making critical business decisions, assessing legal and contract terms, and adapting to a low-carbon world.

What’s in it for you:

  1. Work alongside a team of industry-leading experts to become a key point person for views on the upstream regulation in Latin America (and some parts of Africa).
  2. Support a range of upstream companies in assessing regulatory and contractual risks to inform investment decisions.
  3. Engage with regional governments to benchmark and inform upstream policymaking.
  4. Collaborate with a global network of subject matter experts and leverage world-class datasets to create insightful research on how the energy transition is affecting the upstream sector in Latin America and Africa.

Responsibilities:

We’re seeking a highly motivated individual to:

  1. Research, analyze and communicate a wide range of legal, commercial and economic issues which affect the upstream oil and gas sector in Latin America (and some parts of Africa).
  2. Monitor and assess the impacts of key contractual, regulatory and fiscal developments affecting the upstream sector.
  3. Engage with clients on these topics through presentations and discussions.
  4. Maintain risk scores and a variety of regulatory trackers.
  5. Collaborate with other teams to build integrated research, especially related to how energy transition developments are affecting the oil and gas sector in Latin America and Africa.

What We’re Looking For: Are you an analytical thinker who enjoys researching for hard-to-find rules and regulations? Do you enjoy helping energy companies assess regulatory risk and governments benchmark their legal and contractual terms?

Your background:

  1. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in law is essential. Additionally, further studies on energy policy/regulation/taxation or similar area would be desirable.
  2. Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience in the upstream sector in Latin America.
  3. Prior experience producing high-quality research and analyzing laws and contracts from several distinct jurisdictions.
  4. Strong critical thinking and the ability to leverage qualitative and quantitative information.
  5. Excellent writing and presentation skills in English.
  6. Effective time management and a detail-oriented approach.
  7. Experience with the use of AI tools in a research environment would be beneficial.
  8. Proficiency with MS applications (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
  9. Familiarity with energy transition trends preferred.
  10. Must be flexible, with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with coworkers of different levels of experience and background and indifferent locations around the world.

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.

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 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.

Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Benefits:

  1. Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
  2. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
  3. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.

Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer: S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.

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