BloombergNEF Europe Research Team Leader Location London Business Area Research Ref 10043360 Description & Requirements BloombergNEF (BNEF) is a strategic research provider covering global commodity markets and the ground-breaking technologies driving the transition to a low-carbon economy. We help our clients gain a clear perspective on the trends in technology, finance, policy and economics that are driving transformation across the energy value chain. Our expert coverage assesses pathways for the power, transport, industry, buildings and agriculture sectors to adapt to the energy transition. We help commodity trading, corporate strategy, finance and policy professionals navigate change and generate opportunities. BNEF has 300 staff based in 20 offices across the globe. To succeed at BNEF we need people who can work in an independent manner and show initiative to develop their own viewpoints, yet be collaborative with colleagues. We don't rely on the status quo; we look for innovative yet pragmatic thinking that turns big ideas into real insights and impact. Working at BNEF sometimes feels chaotic; we need teams that are both dynamic and structured to generate the outstanding perspectives our clients really value. Our teams are diverse, creative, focused, and fun! We are seeking a dedicated and highly motivated individual to join our Europe research team as a Team Leader based in London. You'll lead a group that produces primary research and analysis on the transition to a low-carbon economy in Europe. We're looking for someone who naturally forms original opinions, and who has an outstanding ability to communicate these to your audience. Teamwork is important to you, and you understand how healthy debates and advise on solid conclusions. We want someone who has a keen desire to help those around them develop. You will also be supporting request from clients and supporting business development. We'll trust you to: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of dedicated analysts while maintaining esprit de corps among the group Lead all aspects of the team's output and research pipeline including market outlooks, analyst reactions and tailored reports on key questions that require a cross-sectoral lens and deep regional expertise Play a meaningful role in determining BNEF's overall business strategy and research agenda for Europe by both listening to and giving input to management and the commercial team Deliver outstanding analysis on how the latest developments in policy, technology and finance are changing the long-term outlook for the energy mix Europe Produce long-term energy scenarios for Europe and European countries. Be responsible for the Europe's contributions to global BNEF reports and crafting spin-off reports specific to the region Write insightful, important research that advises BNEF clients worldwide while affirming the BNEF brand both within and beyond the industry Edit all BNEF research produced by the Europe regional team and ensure it is of excellent quality Be a key voice on the industry for current clients, potential clients, the media, public-policy leaders, and others Present our research in multiple platforms such as conferences and webinars regularly, clearly communicate it to clients and prospects Answer client requests and support business development through client engagement Collaborate with a high degree of integrity with colleagues and clients from different countries and cultures Build a network of key energy transition partners in Brussels and across Europe You'll need to have: A broad and comprehensive understanding of the energy industry, with a Europe focus. This includes a knowledge of decarbonization pathways across power, transport, buildings and industry and their interplay with commodity markets Proficient, professional English to support research and client queries and to present BNEF research in public settings A demonstrated ability to "connect-the-dots" between diverse research areas, including policy, economics, finance, markets and technology. This includes getting up to speed and integrating new insights and topics into our thinking quickly and pragmatically Excellent quantitative skills, and comfort working with large datasets and models Substantial experience articulating ideas in writing and verbally to a range of audiences, including industry experts and key policy makers. Excellent client facing skills and passion to represent the product both internally and externally. The time management skills and confidence to balance working on multiple projects at once Ability to think critically and develop thoughtful opinions by cutting through the noise of data, extracting key patterns, applying skepticism to the claims of industry participants and asking insightful questions A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Science, Mathematics, Humanities or other relevant subjects We'd love to see: Prior experience in mentorship, management of a team or development of others Creative and flexible approach to people and project management Proficiency in other European languages