About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 08
The Role: S&P Global Commodity Insights is hiring an EU Food and Agricultural Policy Reporter. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with one of the most dynamic sectors influencing the global economy. The selected candidate will play a critical role in analyzing and reporting on the evolving landscape of agricultural and food policies within the European Union.
The Team: S&P Global Commodity Insights leads the way in delivering analysis, forecasts, data, and market reports for a global clientele. Our multi-talented team of over 50 experienced analysts, market reporters, and price reporters collaborates to provide actionable insights and comprehensive data sets. These resources empower customers in various key functions, including procurement, negotiation support, strategic planning, supply chain management, marketing, and more. The team's expertise spans various sectors, ensuring that our clients receive well-rounded perspectives on market dynamics.
The Impact: The primary responsibility of this role is to write in-depth articles and analyses on the latest developments in EU food and agricultural policies, as well as related trade and environmental issues. This includes covering significant events and conferences within these policy fields, with a particular emphasis on meetings of the European Parliament and the EU Council. The articles will be published on the online Connect platform, aiming to equip S&P Global clients with timely and relevant information essential for their organizational strategies and decision-making processes. Additionally, the role will involve engaging with stakeholders to understand their needs and tailor insights accordingly. The position plays a vital role in shaping the narrative around agricultural policies and their impact on the global market, ensuring that S&P Global remains at the forefront of industry discussions.
Responsibilities:
Writing insightful articles and analyses on EU agriculture and food policies that add value to customers across agri-food supply chains.
Developing up-to-date coverage of key agri-food policy issues, including sustainability, trade, and their implications on market trends.
Engaging with policymakers, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to gather insights and enhance the depth of reporting.
Engaging with clients through personal interactions, whether via formal presentations or informal discussions, to provide tailored insights and foster relationships.
Collaborating with the wider market reporting team to enhance their coverage for clients, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of market conditions.
Contributing to S&P Global's Food and Agricultural services, including Economics, Outlook, Market Reporting, and Policy, to create a cohesive narrative around agricultural trends and policies.
Analyzing data and trends to provide context and forecasts related to agricultural markets, helping clients anticipate changes and adjust strategies accordingly.
Monitoring and interpreting legislative changes and their potential impacts on the agri-food sector, maintaining a proactive approach to reporting.
Participating in industry conferences and networking events to represent S&P Global and build relationships within the agricultural policy community.
Key Qualifications and Skills:
Excellent level of written and spoken English, with a strong ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
Experience in writing about agriculture and food policies is a significant advantage, showcasing a deep understanding of the subject matter.
At least basic knowledge of EU affairs and decision-making processes, demonstrating an ability to navigate the political landscape.
Experience in presenting ideas and insights to clients, whether through formal presentations or informal discussions, is an added advantage.
A degree in Journalism, Political Science, or a related field would enhance the candidate's qualifications, providing a solid foundation for the role.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and synthesize data into actionable insights.
Experience in investigating policy developments and market conditions .
A proactive attitude towards learning and staying updated on industry trends, ensuring the reporting remains relevant and insightful.
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 the Belgium.
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, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights .
What’s In It For You?
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
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Job ID: 318635
Posted On: 2025-08-18
Location: Virtual, Belgium