Job Title: Downstream Risk Analyst Location: London or Flexible (with Global Interface) Employment Type: Permanent An international energy operator is seeking a Downstream Risk Analyst to join its global optimisation team. This position plays a vital role in supporting crude allocation strategies, refining operations, and market competitiveness through advanced analysis of product pricing, market dynamics, and logistics. The ideal candidate will provide high-level insight into refined products, chemicals, and crude markets, helping drive commercial decision-making and strategic planning across a global downstream portfolio. Key Responsibilities Analyse global trends and current events affecting energy, refining, and chemicals markets Produce independent short-term price forecasts (3 to 4 month outlooks) for crude and refined products Work closely with internal trading and product teams to align forecasts with operational insights Monitor regional pricing dynamics, including premiums and discounts across markets Support contract negotiations and pricing reviews for joint ventures and internal stakeholders Evaluate transfer pricing relevance, providing commercial input to commercial and legal teams Continuously enhance forecasting models, forward curve methodology, and market engagement practices Collaborate across departments to align market forecasts with broader business strategies Contribute expert knowledge...