Operational Lead, NOJVs and Third Party Assets at BP in Chicago, IL

Operational Lead, NOJVs and Third Party Assets Location: United States of America - Illinois - Chicago Entity: Supply, Trading & Shipping Job Family Group: Supply & Trading Group Job Description: About us Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world-class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company! About the role Operational Lead, NOJVs and Third Party Assets role will provide commercial expertise, partnering with origination and trading on asset-based deals, strengthening their viability, and monitoring and influencing ongoing performance. It’s a great opportunity to develop by working in the commercial team in RPTA, while making valuable contributions to the trading and origination businesses along the way. Note: This role may require up to 15% travel annually. Key accountabilities Work closely with the trading benches to provide leadership for the RPTA’s portfolio of complex, asset-based deals including NOJVs, Asset-based LTCCs, credit agreements, prepays, etc. throughout their lifecycle (i.e. during assurance, pre/post launch and in execution). Act as the ‘go-to’ for any asset-based transactions within RPTA The RPTA Major Project Advisor, provides project management expertise to maximize commercial success in a deal that relies on the third-party development and construction of assets/infrastructure. Work in conjunction with Engineering Technical Lead role and other bp SMEs (bp Solutions, Applied Sciences, etc.) to develop and execute technical support plans for NOJVs and asset-based deals, covering assurance, go-live, and execution phases. Lead cross-functional and subject matter authorities (such as HSE and bp Solutions) assurance processes to evaluate multiple facets of performance including Technology, Safety Culture, Project delivery capabilities, Operations management capabilities. Be responsible for RPTA NOJVs as the NOJV Operated Lead for RPTA to ensure they are consistently resourced and managed in line with standards and guidelines. As needed, fulfill the roles of NOJV Risk Process Owner or NOJV Asset Manager. Conduct site visits and attend Quarterly Performance Meetings to handle key commercial relationships, third-party asset performance, and support origination activities, supported by the Technical Lead as required Owner of central risk management for RPTA and subject matter authority for VP of RPTA and regional benches Ensure compliance with bp internal policies and procedures (e.g., T&S Major Projects Policy, Joint Venture Management Policy). Elevate the safety & operational risk management culture within RPTA. Essential education, experience and requirements Bachelor’s degree in STEM with relevant experience Strong experience in refinery process engineering or equivalent Strong influencing skills including partner management and relationship building within bp Capital Projects experience, either as a Project Manager or core member of a Project Team Ability to identify and communicate complex issues and risks to Group Leaders Experience in applying risk management such as bp Policy Risk Management, 000030 Preferred qualifications Chemical or mechanical engineering degree preferred Refinery production planning, midstream commercial and/or trading front office experience Proven experience in Third-Party Relationship & Contract Management Strong influencing and Negotiations skills How much do we pay (Base)? $126,000.00 - 180,000.00 USD Annually Note that the pay listed for this position is genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting. This position is eligible for US Benefits – Core. This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 – 240 hours of vacation per year for full time employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees). You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays. You may learn more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules atCore U.S. Benefits. Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child. Learn more by visitingCore U.S. Benefits. We offer a reward package to enable your work to fit with your life. These offerings include a discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and generous retirement benefits that include a 401k matching program. These benefits include a pension for eligible employee. You may learn more about our generous benefits atCore U.S. Benefits. As part of bp’s wellbeing package, bp offers access to health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as life and Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability. You may learn more about our generous benefits atCore U.S. Benefits. Why join bp: At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others! Travel Requirement Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role Relocation may be negotiable for this role This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Agreements and negotiations, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Commercial Business Development, Continuous Learning, Customer promise execution, Customer service delivery excellence, Deal modelling and valuation, Developing and implementing strategy, Influencing, Internal alignment, Listening, Loyalty Management, Marketing strategy and programmes, Negotiating value, Negotiation planning and preparation, Partner relationship management, Presenting, Sentiment and Trends, Thought Leadership, Trade discipline and compliance, Trading Fundamentals, Trading knowledge, Writing skills Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.