About this role
About the role
Based in Tokyo, Japan, you will contribute to Aurora’s advisory work by developing rigorous, data-driven insights that help clients make better strategic decisions as they navigate the energy transition.
As a Senior Analyst, you will manage analytical workstreams, transform data into practical recommendations, and present insights to clients. Working across Advisory, Research and modelling teams, you will also guide junior colleagues and expand your knowledge of Japan’s changing energy markets.
You will work in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating and demanding yet supportive environment. You will be given increasing responsibility for managing your own workstreams, supporting junior colleagues and engaging directly with clients, while developing the skills required to progress towards project and team leadership.
The position suits an experienced analyst from a strategic or economic consultancy, energy company, financial services company, or other knowledge-focused firm or institution, with strong quantitative capabilities and an interest in energy markets and the energy transition.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and carry out timely and rigorous quantitative analyses to enhance clients’ decision making
- Work closely with our modelling team, structuring economic problems into quantifiable analyses and deriving insights from the model results
- Contribute to our product development, by identifying new opportunities and expanding our capabilities
- Monitor the latest policy and market developments
- Engage with clients to thoroughly understand their interests and gain new insights
- Communicate findings to clients in workshops and conferences, turning analysis to insight by creating compelling presentations
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required attributes:
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Approximately 2–4 years of experience at a major consultancy, energy company, financial services company, or other knowledge-focused firm or institution
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First-class or high second-class degree from a top university in a quantitative subject (Mathematics, Economics, Physics, Engineering, Finance), coupled with a keen interest in energy markets and policy developments
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An ability to collect, analyse and interpret complex quantitative data and information
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Evidence of strong performance in team-oriented environments
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An ability to communicate and collaborate with both technical and non-technical parties
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Self-starting, entrepreneurial mind-set, and desire to grow the business
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Fluency in both Japanese (N1 level) and English (C1 level or above) Desirable attributes:
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Previous experience of working on energy-related projects or policy
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Demonstrated success in working together with clients
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Competence in advanced data analytics (e.g. Python, R, Matlab, Advanced Excel)
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Strong academic record, such as a Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant discipline
What we offer
Some of the benefits we include are:
- The opportunity to substantially influence major decisions in the energy sector
- Direct engagement with clients through Aurora conferences, workshops and webinars
- The opportunity to grow into a publicly visible industry expert
- A fun, informal and international work culture
- Commuting allowance
- Private health insurance
- Access to the Aurora Academy, our training programme offering a range of opportunities to develop your skills
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering a complete support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7/365, covering a wide range of personal and professional aspects The Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavorable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity/paternity.