Energy Finance Specialist
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Energy Finance Specialist conducting analysis on South Korea's energy market and transition pathways. Engaging with stakeholders to inform policies and investment strategies in the energy sector.
Responsibilities:
- Research and produce original, high-quality reports and commentary on South Korea’s energy transition across key technologies
- Assess South Korea’s energy mix and transition pathways, evaluating short, medium, and long-term prospects across economic, financial, energy security, and decarbonization considerations
- Monitor industry trends, policies, and market developments to inform research priorities
- Present findings to targeted stakeholders to drive engagement and influence change
- Build and maintain relationships with industry, government, regulators, and financial institutions to inform analysis and contribute to IEEFA’s stakeholder database
- Support the dissemination of research findings through proactive engagement with media outlets and a strong presence on social media platforms
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including policymakers, financial institutions, and industry experts, to maximise research impact
- Represent IEEFA at meetings, conferences, and industry events and engage stakeholders across South Korea’s public and private sectors
- Provide media insights and respond to interview requests, particularly on aspects of South Korea’s energy transition
Requirements:
- Four to seven years’ relevant experience in the energy sector with exposure to finance and market analysis
- A degree in finance, economics, accounting, or engineering and/or with professional certifications (e.g. CFA) or appropriate and relevant market-oriented experience in lieu of those degrees
- A strong understanding of the key levers driving South Korea’s energy transition
- Experience conducting quantitative analysis on energy, finance and/or economic issues; financial modelling capabilities are preferred
- Professional proficiency in writing in English and excellent narrative-building and writing skills demonstrated through publications, reports, and commentaries
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, and through presentations) and with good political judgment to media, finance, and government stakeholders, in both English and Korean
- High degree of technological proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word and demonstrated ability to learn new software and applications
- Must possess a commitment to IEEFA’s mission to accelerate the transition to a diverse, sustainable, and profitable energy economy.
Benefits:
- Full-time 12-month fixed-term contract with the option of extension by mutual agreement and market-competitive remuneration
- Some travel is required
- All global team members attend IEEFA’s annual conference and regional or international team retreat




















