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:

• 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)

• Support a range of upstream companies in assessing regulatory and contractual risks to inform investment decisions

• Engage with regional governments to benchmark and inform upstream policymaking

• 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:

• 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)

• Monitor and assess the impacts of key contractual, regulatory and fiscal developments affecting the upstream sector

• Engage with clients on these topics through presentations and discussions

• Maintain risk scores and a variety of regulatory trackers

• 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:

• 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

• Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience in the upstream sector in Latin America.

• Fluent proficiency in Spanish is required; proficiency in Portuguese is a plus

• Excellent writing and presentation skills in English

• Prior experience producing high-quality research and analyzing laws and contracts from several distinct jurisdictions.

• Strong critical thinking and the ability to leverage qualitative and quantitative information

• Effective time management and a detail-oriented approach

• Experience with the use of AI tools in a research environment would be beneficial

• Proficiency with MS applications (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)

• Familiarity with energy transition trends preferred

• 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.
For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights.

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 world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

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.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), RESECH202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)