Middle Distillates Research Analyst (Energy)

TL;DR

Middle Distillates Research Analyst (Energy): Conducting structured analysis of diesel, gasoil, and jet fuel markets with an accent on Middle East export flows and global supply-demand balances. Focus on synthesizing regional refinery developments and trade linkages into actionable market intelligence.

Location: Hybrid in Dubai, UAE

Company

hirify.global provides global trade information and data-driven insights for the commodities, energy, and maritime sectors.

What you will do

• Analyze middle distillates markets (diesel, gasoil, jet), linking flows, fundamentals, and pricing.
• Monitor refinery runs, inventories, trade flows, and pricing structures.
• Track Middle East export flows and their impact on global balances, particularly into Europe, Africa, and Asia.
• Produce written research, including Market Pulse, Insights, and short-form commentary.
• Synthesize regional refinery operations and policy changes for internal and external distribution.
• Collaborate with global desks and support client engagement through queries, presentations, and webinars.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in refined products markets, with exposure to middle distillates.
• Familiarity with Middle East and/or Asia distillates markets and export-oriented trade flows.
• Fundamental knowledge of supply and demand (S&D) balances.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or quantitative field.
• Experience working with structured datasets and contributing to written research outputs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice to have

• Previous experience using hirify.global data or other cargo tracking tools.
• Established network of market contacts.
• Experience with SQL, Python, or other data science tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic work environment dedicated to nurturing connections and innovating solutions.
• Collaborative global structure with experts from 35+ countries.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment with an equal opportunity approach.
• Supportive team culture focused on professional growth and success.