Business Analyst – LNG Trading SME

LNG Trading SME / Business Analyst (Downstream LNG) – Oil & Gas – London

Daily rate: £500 – £700 inside IR35

Duration: 6 months

Start: ASAP

My client is looking for an experienced LNG Subject Matter Expert (SME) with strong business analysis skills to support the design and transformation of downstream LNG trading solutions. This role blends deep domain expertise with stakeholder engagement and technology collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as SME across downstream LNG and the full value chain
• Define LNG trading scenarios (SPAs, spot, optimisation, cargo diversion)
• Provide expertise in LNG bunkering
• Gather and translate business requirements
• Lead business analysis and support solution delivery
• Collaborate with tech teams on LNG trading platforms (ETRM/CTRM)

Requirements

• 10+ years in LNG trading / downstream LNG
• Strong knowledge of global LNG markets and value chain
• Experience in trading environments and product/platform development
• Understanding of LNG trading systems (ETRM/CTRM)
• Strong stakeholder and communication skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with major energy companies
• Exposure to digital transformation in trading
• Familiarity with AI / analytics in energy

What Success Looks Like

• Bridges business and technology effectively
• Shapes impactful LNG trading solutions
• Delivers clear, high-value insights

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