Upstream Strategy Consultant

Saudi Aramco; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Aramco is seeking an Upstream Strategy Consultant to join the Upstream Transformation & Business Excellence Department to drive strategic growth and operational excellence in the Upstream sector. Your role is to develop tailored Upstream strategy that aligns with corporate intent and enables the organization to maximize value.

You will provide strategic guidance to senior leadership, lead roadmaps and governance, and collaborate with operations and finance to implement transformative

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in an engineering field from an accredited university.
• MBA from a reputable business school is required.
• 15+ years of experience in energy industry or top-tier consulting firms on energy projects.
• Well‑rounded knowledge of Upstream business and operations.
• Experience in strategy development and business transformation.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic guidance to senior leadership on Upstream growth opportunities.
• Maintains understanding of Upstream portfolio and market trends to inform decisions.
• Assesses viability of assets to identify optimization opportunities.
• Analyzes market data and industry benchmarks for growth opportunities.
• Leads development of strategic plans and roadmaps aligned with corporate priorities.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate Upstream strategy with operations and finance.
• Evaluates strategic investments and partnerships to drive growth.
• Develops relationships with external partners and industry experts.
• Provides thought leadership on Upstream strategy and industry trends.
• Explores new revenue streams to drive growth.
• Develops governance framework to manage strategic initiatives.
• Facilitates strategic planning sessions and workshops.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Cross‑functional collaboration

Market analysis

Roadmapping

Investment evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

MBA

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an Upstream Strategy Consultant to join our Upstream Transformation & Business Excellence Department.

The Upstream Transformation & Business Excellence program drives strategic growth and operational excellence in the Upstream sector. Our program consists of four key functions: strategy development, transformation program management, value assurance, and change management. This department is designed to help Upstream achieve its business objectives and unlock value enabling organizational resilience and sustainable growth.

Your primary role will be developing tailored Upstream strategy that aligns with the corporate strategic intent, and enabling the organization to achieve its business objectives and maximize value.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides strategic guidance and direction to senior leadership on Upstream business development and growth opportunities.
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s Upstream portfolio and market trends to inform strategic decision‑making.
• Assess the competitiveness and viability of existing and potential Upstream assets to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Performs analysis of market data and industry benchmarks to identify opportunities for growth and improvement in Upstream operations.
• Leads the development of strategic plans and roadmaps for Upstream business units, aligning with corporate objectives and priorities.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to integrate Upstream strategy with other business functions, such as operations and finance.
• Evaluates and recommends strategic investments and partnerships to drive business growth and expansion in the Upstream sector.
• Develops and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, including external partners and industry experts, to stay informed about market developments and best practices.
• Provides thought leadership and expertise on Upstream strategy and industry trends to support business decision‑making and drive strategic growth.
• Explore new revenue streams to drive business growth and improvement.
• Develop and maintain a robust governance framework to ensure strategic initiatives are properly managed and executed.
• Facilitate and lead strategic planning sessions and workshops to align stakeholders and drive business outcomes.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor degree in an engineering field from an accredited university. MBA from a reputable business school is required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the energy industry or in top tier consulting firm working on energy industry related projects.
• Well-rounded knowledge of Upstream business and operations.
• Experience in strategy development & business transformation are required.
• In-depth knowledge of the oil and gas industry, including: trends, challenges, and regulations.

Work Location and Work Schedule

Work Location: Within Saudi Arabia – To be specified in Job offer
Work Schedule: Full Time – To be specified in Job offer

Job Posting Duration

Job posting start date: 05/05/2026

Job posting end date: 08/17/2027