Editor, Biofuels & Net Zero

About the role

Argus, an independent provider of market intelligence for the global energy and commodity markets, is looking for an Editor for Biofuels & Net Zero in Singapore. This is a management position overseeing real-time coverage of the market, including price assessment, market analysis, breaking news, events such as press conferences and industry gatherings, and management support. The Editor works with colleagues across other teams and regions.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the quality of market price assessments and comply with compliance standards, including regular or backup market coverage
• Oversee the quality and relevance of the methodology for the related market(s)
• Help direct, write and edit market commentaries, news, analysis and outlooks, and ensure end-of-day publication for subscribers
• Assist in hiring, conduct staff reviews, and ensure adequate resourcing despite vacations and sick leave
• Contribute to presentations, present to clients and at industry events, and liaise with buyers, sellers, traders and brokers
• Help reporters develop new contacts, train direct reports and attend conferences and events
• Provide subject-matter expertise to other Argus departments and work on special projects as needed

Required profile

• 2+ years managing market reporting teams within a Price Reporting Agency (PRA)
• Experience delivering breaking news, market reports and analytical articles
• Background in biofuels markets preferred but not essential
• Proven public speaking, networking and training abilities, and leadership including mentoring team members worldwide
• Belief in Argus values of passion, integrity, excellence and results

Required skills

• Editorial processes, including Quality Control and Editorial Standards
• Price reporting methodology and compliance
• Understanding of commodity supply and demand dynamics and commercial issues
• Excel for data-driven stories and analysis preferred

What we offer

• Competitive salary and commission scheme
• Modern office at Raffles Place, Singapore, with hybrid working after probation
• Medical, dental and hospitalisation insurance, 20 vacation days in the first year (up to 25), and training
• Employee welfare and assistance programme
• Travel cover for conferences and events (5-25% of domestic/Asia travel expected)
• Hours Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m., with occasional earlier, later or weekend hours