Market Analyst – Critical Raw Materials Facility – EIT RawMaterials

Company Description

About EIT RawMaterials

As the world moves towards a greener future, the demand for raw materials—minerals and metals—is set to increase immensely over the next three decades. Europe faces a critical challenge in securing a stable supply of these essential resources, and this is where EIT RawMaterials steps in.

EIT RawMaterials is at the forefront of driving innovation and sustainability in the raw materials sector. As an Innovation Community within the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), we collaborate with over 300 partners across industry, academia, and research institutes. Together, we forge dynamic, long-term partnerships to develop innovative solutions that meet Europe’s growing demand for raw materials.

The Role

EIT RawMaterials is seeking a Market Analyst (m/f/d) to support the Critical Raw Materials Facility project. The CRM-Facility is Europe’s strategic initiative to diversify raw material supplies and reduce dependencies. This role will contribute to strengthening global partnerships and advancing international projects that build sustainable, resilient, critical-raw-materials value chains.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and prioritise mining projects using technical, economic, and ESG frameworks.
• Conduct market analysis on relevant supply chains and EU-specific trends.
• Evaluate commercial and geopolitical factors influencing mining project development.
• Engage with stakeholders across industry, government, and research organisations.
• Support investment decisions through data analysis and valuation assessments.
• Populate, maintain and utilise mining project databases
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to advance EIT RawMaterials initiatives.
• Prepare and deliver reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Travel as required to support project development and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

• Tertiary education in geosciences or engineering (e.g., geology, mineralogy, geochemistry, metallurgy, process engineering, mining engineering).
• Relevant work experience applying technical knowledge in the metals & mining sector
• Strong understanding of commodity markets, pricing, and value chains within the EU
• Familiarity with commercial and geopolitical drivers impacting metals & mining projects
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel and work across teams.
• You are located in or willing to relocate to one of these countries: Germany, Poland, Italy, Slovenia, Latvia, Finland, Greece

Skills

• Analytical and critical thinking for project evaluation.
• Knowledge of technical and ESG aspects of mining projects.
• Investment frameworks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Understanding of valuation methods for CRM projects (advantageous).
• Organisational and time management skills for handling multiple projects.

 

This is a full-time, fixed-term and remote or hybrid position open to candidates located in Germany, Poland, Italy, Slovenia, Latvia, Finland, and Greece!

 

Our Recruitment Process

The position will stay open until a successful candidate is chosen.

1. Application Review: Our team thoroughly reviews each application. Please make sure to submit your CV in English.
2. Initial Interview (30 minutes): Meet with the hiring manager and recruitment team.
3. Second Interview (60 minutes): Second interview with a presentation on a relevant topic to the hiring manager and HR.
4. Offer: If successful, receive an offer to join our team.

 

Locations: Italy, Remote, Berlin Headquarters, Poland, Remote, Finland, Remote, Latvia, Remote

Remote status: Fully Remote