Careers

Roskill are a household name in the metals and minerals industry.  We have been providing market information and advice to clients for several decades, in published reports and as part of custom consulting projects.  As a fiercely independent company, we are recognised as a reliable and unbiased source of information.  Our international client base includes mining and exploration companies, chemical companies, banks and investment companies, state and government organisations and end-users of metals and minerals.  Some clients rely on us as their sole source of external advice and, in many of the commodities we cover, our analysts are recognised as being among the leading commentators worldwide.

We are not a large company in terms of headcount but we are expanding our team of full-time and freelance commodities analysts, at both the junior and senior levels.  We are always interested to hear from talented, motivated individuals with experience of working in consultancy and at least one of the following:

• Economics
• Mining
• Trading
• Geology

 Roskill analysts are required to demonstrate

•  Excellent written English
• The ability to absorb and analyse large amounts of information quickly
• A high degree of numeracy
• Presentation skills and preferably experience of public speaking
  

JOB DESCRIPTION – SENIOR ANALYST/CONSULTANT

Job specification

The successful applicant would be expected to:

• carry out single client studies either as a lead consultant or in conjunction with the directors/other analysts
• liaise with potential clients to secure commissions for research projects and write proposals
• develop the company’s consultancy business (by giving papers at conferences, attending industry networking events)
• research and write our published commodity reports
• help in developing the Roskill product to meet the needs of a changing market (example – expanding sales of reports and consultancy in India and China)
• assist the directors in the day to day management of the company and contribute to strategic planning

Person specification

Applicants should be educated to at least first degree level, but preferably with a post graduate qualification in a relevant subject (for example economics, economic geology, mining finance etc.) and possess the following skills/experience:

• At least five years experience in a relevant field (analysing commodity markets, economic geology)
• Ability to write clear and concise English
• A numerate approach to analysis – experience of forecasting and econometrics is key
• Good interpersonal skills – must be able to communicate clearly and confidently
• A track record that shows that the candidate is capable of a development role and that they will be willing to be part of the management group to take a small and flexible company forward over the next 5-10 years.

In addition we would clearly expect the candidate to have a high standard of competence in Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint and to have a positive approach to team working.

JOB DESCRIPTION – JUNIOR ANALYST

Job specification

The successful applicant will:

• contribute to the production of individual commodity reports, including developing forecasts
• assist in research projects for client specific studies, which can involve interviews in the field,
• help develop our data management system

Key result areas will include intelligent and cost effective contribution to report production, and effective collection of information for client specific studies.

Person specification

Applicants should be educated to at least first degree level in a relevant subject (for example economics, economic geology, geology).  Knowledge of at least one other language would be an advantage.  Applicants should possess the following skills:

• Ability to write clear and concise English
• A numerate approach to analysis
• Strong attention to detail
• An approach to tasks that includes initiative, tenacity and team working
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently
• A high standard of competence in Microsoft Word and Excel

As part of the Roskill team, you will be contributing to a variety of projects and also play a role in business development and the expansion of our extensive network of contacts.  As a small, flexible and fast-moving company, Roskill encourage personal development and offer considerable opportunity for analysts to assume a high degree of responsibility at an early stage.

If working with Roskill interests you, please email your CV and a short covering letter to judith@roskill.co.uk