Senior Crude Operations Specialist
London, UK | Hybrid | Up to £95,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
*Please only apply if you have specifically worked on Physical Crude Oil Operations. Experience directly working with this commodity is essential for this position.*
A leading global energy trading company is looking to hire an experienced Senior Crude Operations Specialist to join its London-based trading operations team.
Supporting front office crude traders, you’ll take ownership of the end-to-end operational execution of physical crude oil cargoes, working across North Sea and international markets in a fast-paced trading environment.
Key Points
- Join a globally recognised energy trading business.
- Work closely with front office traders in a commercially focused role.
- Exposure to North Sea crude and international physical trading.
- Genuine long-term career progression into Lead Operator, Head of Operations or international opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end operational execution of physical crude oil cargoes.
- Coordinate closely with traders, shipping, terminals, inspection companies and counterparties.
- Manage nominations, voyage orders, cargo documentation, Letters of Credit, insurance and vessel clearances.
- Support operational aspects of North Sea crude trading.
- Resolve operational issues while minimising commercial and financial risk.
- Build strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external counterparties.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in physical crude oil operations within a commodity trading house, oil major or similar trading environment.
- Strong understanding of the full crude trading lifecycle.
- Experience managing cargo documentation, inspections, vessel nominations, Letters of Credit and operational contract execution.
- Knowledge of North Sea crude operations, BFOE, lifting agreements and spot/term contracts would be highly advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with traders and multiple stakeholders.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, commercially driven trading environment.
What’s on Offer
- Up to £90,000/95,000 base salary.
- Annual discretionary bonus.
- Private healthcare.
- Annual lunch allowance
- Hybrid working
If you have a background in physical crude operations and are looking to join one of the world’s leading energy trading organisations, I’d be happy to discuss the opportunity in confidence. Please apply directly here or email me at jobsRS@bramwith.com
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