Business Analyst - Oil & Gas

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global Investment & Trading company is seeking a graduate Business Analyst for its Oil Country Tubular Goods Department in Watford. The role involves supporting contract strategies, promoting supply chain management, and engaging in global negotiations. Ideal candidates will possess industry experience and relevant qualifications, contributing to the company's focus on sustainability and innovation in energy supply.

Qualifications

• A degree in business or a technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in the energy industry, particularly Oil & Gas.
• Understanding of procurement and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Supporting development and execution of global framework agreements with key energy customers.
• Resolving contract and business issues.
• Participating in global price negotiations and strategic meetings.

Skills

Effective communication

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in business or technical discipline

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

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Business Analyst - Oil & Gas, Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: IPOE Consulting

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, 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 growing London operations.

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

Main responsibilities include:

• Supporting development and execution of global framework agreements with key energy customers
• Resolving contract and business issues, communicating with the customer Global Category Manager
• Promoting Supply Chain Management (SCM) among customer operating units
• Participating in global price negotiations and strategic meetings with clients and steel mills
• Supporting global contract strategy delivery 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, pricing, and contract negotiations
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulations

Ideal candidates should have:

• A 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 in order and contract management
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Adaptability and willingness to undertake varied tasks
• Back-office knowledge (SAP, Excel, Word, basic accounting)