Senior Planning & Economics Analyst, Upstream Oil

Assala Energy; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Assala Energy is seeking an experienced Planning and Economics Senior Analyst to develop, maintain and analyse complex financial and economic models that support investment appraisal, planning, forecasting and strategic decision-making.

The role will provide robust analysis, scenario modelling and clear insights to support commercial, financial and operational decisions, while working closely with Finance, Corporate Finance and key business stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience in upstream O&G economics, financial modelling and PSCs.
• Senior Analyst level experience expected.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Ability to distil complex information into simple analytics and reports.
• Excellent critical thinker with high attention to detail.
• Professional attitude and proactive in identifying problems and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the corporate finance model for consolidated analysis and reflect PSC/fiscal changes.
• Perform scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis and stress testing for viability and risk.
• Integrate economic, financial, and operational data into models for insights.
• Provide analysis and recommendations to support commercial decisions, exploration opportunities and M&A.
• Assess projects for economic viability prior to AFE submission.
• Support budgeting and reforecasting, long-term plan and scenarios.
• Provide financial insights to support capital allocation decisions.
• Prepare economic analysis for Field Development Plan submissions and licence term negotiations.
• Support data collection for annual sustainability report.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure cash flow and debt models are fit-for-purpose.
• Work with subsurface and operations teams to ensure economic assessments for capital investments.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

PSCs knowledge

Upstream O&G economics

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Assala Energy is seeking an experienced Planning and Economics Senior Analyst to develop, maintain and analyse complex financial and economic models that support investment appraisal, planning, forecasting and strategic decision-making.

The role will provide robust analysis, scenario modelling and clear insights to support commercial, financial and operational decisions, while working closely with Finance, Corporate Finance and key business stakeholders.