Principal Research Analyst, Datacenters and Energy

About the Role Grade Level (for internal use): 10 The Role: Principal Research Analyst, Datacenters and Energy The Team: Our team has been at the forefront of the datacenter market for over a decade, delivering both qualitative and quantitative analyses. We provide insights into the companies within the industry, their clients, and the trends affecting the industry across different cities. Your work will support the North American Power and Renewables team but collaborate across S&P Global divisions to develop a new research service. The Impact: As a Research Analyst, your role will be pivotal in serving a diverse range of clients, including datacenter operators, investors, energy companies, and enterprises. Our clients depend on us for comprehensive coverage of datacenter-specific trends in North America, as well as broader topics like energy management, sustainability, and AI\'s impact on operations. Your work will focus on the implications and opportunities of data centers to North American power and renewables markets and will guide clients in making informed strategic decisions in the dynamic intersection of AI, datacenter growth, and energy needs. What’s in it for you: Collaborate across S&P Global divisions to develop a new research service at the intersection of AI, datacenter growth, and energy sustainability Build a holistic understanding of the datacenter and energy sector while specializing in North American electricity markets. Support engagements with a wide range of professionals, including stakeholders in industry and government, to expand your network. Over time, gain autonomy to manage your research topics and priorities with managerial support. Travel across North America for client engagements and events Responsibilities Conduct industry research on the datacenter market and its trends, working both independently and in collaboration within a geographically dispersed, global team. Support the development and delivery of detailed market reports on the North American datacenter, infrastructure, and energy markets with a focus on electricity markets. Writing is essential to this role and will involve supporting the publication of short insights and longer strategic reports on broader industry trends Collaborate across divisions to integrate diverse insights into cohesive analyses. Perform quantitative analysis to support strategic insights. Engage directly with clients, providing insights and solutions. Utilize your expertise in datacenter and energy industries to drive research initiatives. Share thought leadership through written reports, webinars and industry conferences. Conduct research for client consulting engagements and deliver presentations and reports Qualifications Strong communication skills in English. Experience in the datacenter or energy industries, especially electricity, is highly preferred. Analytical thinker. Interest and ability to gather and interrogate data from new and existing sources. Ability to dive into details and synthesize findings with client facing materials Instinct for curiosity and collaboration Excellent written and presentation skills for effective communication. Experience with client-facing work Ability and desire to eventually independently drive research initiatives Experience in thought leadership through webinars and conferences. Willingness to travel for client engagements and events. Compensation/Benefits Information Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits that we provide to our employees, please click here. Right to Work Requirements This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in Mexico . 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 on benefits by country visit: Note: links removed Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please email and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 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