Graduate Analyst Program (Feb 2025)

At Aurora, you will apply the skills you have developed through your studies to solving some of our clients’ most interesting and intricate problems. Through a mix of structured training programs and on-the-job learning, we will help you raise your abilities to the next level, preparing you to build trusting relationships with clients, develop new business opportunities, nurture teams and communicate complex ideas with crystal clarity. 

Have an impact on the global transition to a cleaner, more efficient energy system

We offer an 18-month program of experience and development designed to provide:  

• Accelerated training in how energy markets work
• Involvement in live client projects
• An opportunity to contribute to some of the most influential reports in the industry
• A chance to build up your toolkit of analytical, teamwork and communications skills
• An understanding of how Aurora fits together and of the opportunities in the company

During the program, you will take part in placements in different teams across our Australia business. Placements will be assigned collaboratively, based on both your interests and the needs of the business at the time. At the end of the program you will move into a permanent position within one of our teams. 

As a Graduate Analyst, you will have the opportunity to rotate through the following teams: 

• Advisory: executing bespoke consulting projects for clients
• Research: developing market forecast reports and original in-depth research on the future of energy systems

The teams, in more detail:

Advisory

Projects include valuations of energy assets, modelling bespoke scenarios and asset configurations and conducting analysis to forecast asset economics for investors, banks, developers and utilities. Beside project valuation work, the Advisory team also works with governments and regulators on designing and evaluating energy policy. While most projects last for around four weeks, some longer projects, such as multi-client studies or longer pieces of policy work, can take a number of months. Graduate Analysts usually work alongside another Analysts, and project teams are made up of one or two Analysts, a Project Manager and a Senior Associate providing oversight. Teams re-form for each new project, so you will get the chance to work with everyone in the wider Advisory team.

Research 

Quarterly market forecast reports are the main output of the Research team. Each quarter you’ll be updating our latest view of the evolution of the power system to 2060 by modelling energy markets based on the latest assumptions on power demand, commodity prices, market activity and policy. This involves a combination of desk research and modelling in collaboration with other teams. The Research team also prepares regular mini-conferences which involve presenting in-depth and timely analysis on a specific aspect of the market.  Research teams consist of around 5 Analysts and you’ll work closely with this team throughout the rotation.  The reports are read by subscribers from across the industry, including developers, utilities, asset optimisers, system operators, policymakers, regulators, and others.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package (with discretionary bonus per annum)
• Hybrid working environment
• 25 days of annual leave (pro rata) per year, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days of annual leave per year
• Corporate health insurance which provides access to exclusive products and benefits
• Employee perks platform providing deals and discounts at the biggest brands, all year round
• 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, collaborative, and international work culture
• Access to regular coaching and mentoring sessions and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals
• Access to the Aurora Academy, our training program offering a range of opportunities to develop your skills within the responsibilities of your role and within the wider context of the industry
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (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

Work and wellbeing 

Even though our projects can be demanding at times, we believe we make better contributions in the long-term if we keep a balance between work and the rest of our lives. Our managers carefully track teams' wellbeing to remain aware of how this balance stands. 

Community 

We have a warm and supportive office environment, and people at Aurora often organise activities together outside of work. These have included go karting, trivia nights, charity runs, and an office football team. There is also a program of regular social events run by the company to help teams connect and get to know each other better. 

What we look for

Our Graduate Analyst Program is open to you if you are due to complete or have completed your undergraduate or postgraduate studies within 24 months of the program commencement date.  

You will need to be available to join on 24 February 2025 when the program begins. 

Our team look for evidence of the following qualities in applications:  

• An ability to collect, analyse, and interpret complex information
• An ability to communicate and collaborate with a range of people
• Demonstrated quantitative ability and problem solving skills
• Evidence of working effectively in teams

We strongly encourage women and candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. There is evidence that people from under-represented groups may be less likely to apply unless they meet virtually every selection criterion. We urge candidates who meet at least some of the criteria to consider applying, especially if you are passionate about climate, energy, economics, data analytics, software, strategy, or consulting – there’s a role that’ll fit you at Aurora.

Aurora has offices in both Sydney and Melbourne, but there is a strong preference for graduates to join our Sydney office to gain the full benefits of the program.

How to apply

If you are a final-year university student or recent graduate interested in joining Aurora’s Sydney or Melbourne offices as part of our Graduate Analyst Program, please visit auroraer.com/australia-analyst-2025.  

The application window opens on 22 July at midnight and closes on 1 September 2024 at 11:59pm (AEST).  

To apply, please submit your: 

• CV
• Cover letter
• Academic transcript

The Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavourable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.