Business Analyst - Oil & Gas

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment and trading company seeks a graduate Business Analyst to join their London operations. The role is integral to the Oil Country Tubular Goods department, involving duties such as contract management, business development activities, and supportive roles in global negotiations to enhance sustainable practices within the energy industry. Ideal candidates will have a degree in business or a related field, along with valuable experience in the oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in business or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in the energy industry, particularly Oil & Gas is essential.
• Knowledge of logistics and procurement with a back-office knowledge including basic accounting.

Responsibilities

• Support development of global framework agreements with key customers.
• Prepare for global price negotiations and support sales activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulations.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Degree in business or a technical discipline

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

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Business Analyst - Oil & Gas, Colchester

Client: IPOE Consulting

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

City-based, global Investment & Trading company, is looking to hire a graduate Business Analyst to join their London operations.

The Business Analyst will join the London OCTG (Oil Country Tubular Goods) Department, part of the Steel Business Unit. This department supplies tubular steel products to the energy industry across Europe and Africa, including UK, Norway, Denmark, Senegal, and Azerbaijan. The OCTG business operates across multiple energy fields, from Oil & Gas to Geothermal, and is developing a sustainable, digital supply chain management offering for its customers.

Main responsibilities include:

• Supporting the development and execution of global framework agreements with key energy customers
• Resolving contract and business issues in communication with the customer’s Global Category Manager
• Promoting the Supply Chain Management (SCM) business model among customer operating units
• Preparing for global price negotiations and strategic meetings with clients and steel mills
• Supporting the delivery of global contract strategies and regional business enhancement
• Identifying new value-added opportunities outside OCTG sales, such as digitalisation, standardisation, and sustainability
• Supporting business development through Energy Transition collaborations
• Assisting in budget preparation and reporting
• Supporting OCTG sales activities, including tendering, price offers, and contract negotiations
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulations

Candidate requirements:

• Degree in business or a technical discipline, or equivalent experience
• Experience in the energy industry, particularly Oil & Gas
• Understanding of procurement and logistics
• Experience in international business
• Knowledge of QAQC, HSSE, Risk Management, and legal considerations
• Attention to detail for effective order and contract management
• Effective communication and negotiation skills with customers and suppliers
• Adaptability and willingness to undertake diverse tasks
• Back-office knowledge including SAP, Excel, Word, and basic accounting transactions