Biofuels Commercial Analyst

BP p.l.c.

Biofuels Commercial Analyst

Salary Not Specified

BP p.l.c., Edinburgh

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 4 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: bd648756170646d2ab146d9d926f308b

Full Job Description

As part of the Biofuels Growth Team you will work as Commercial Analyst on major advanced biofuels initiatives. Focus will be on originating, framing & leading projects spanning the production of Biofuels derived from waste oils, ethanol, solid or agricultural waste as well as E-Fuels and its integration into existing or future bp value chains especially bp refineries and hydgrogen / CCS.

This role will help build and maintain strong interfaces within bp especially with T&S, P&O, I&E, G&LC but also externally with strategic, value chain accretive or financial partners.

This job is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and commercially focused professional with strong analytical skills and a curiosity about developing and honing their capabilities in an energised team that fosters progressive, agile & modern ways of working.,

  • Conduct economic evaluation for new business opportunities around bp's assets as well as with 3rd parties

  • Build economic models for both bp internal and external purpose with partners

  • Lead aggregation of key assumptions and ensure alignment across technical and commercial teams involved

  • Provide insightful analysis of new value chains and sources of value.

  • Lead interactions with third party partners as appropriate. Preparation of materials for governance and external meetings with (potential) partners.

  • Support partner engagement and negotiations as well as due diligence and other engagement activities with third parties for the development of new business models.

  • Contribute to developing engagement plans, build positive relationships and defend bp's interest with commercial partners

  • Develop the economic & strategic case for bp to invest or participate in any other way, with focus on integration benefits and differentiating factors vs. competitors as well as value drivers for bp

  • Work closely with the Commercial Project Lead to handle the progress of supported cases into fully fledged projects through the CVP stages

  • Contribute to resolving non-technical (including legislative, regulatory, reputational, political and social) risks, and the development of appropriate mitigations to support.

    Very commercial, pro-active and driven person

  • A strong competence in financial analysis and economic modelling

  • Experience building commercial models to demonstrate sources of value, monetisation mechanisms and revenues

  • Ability to build strong, enduring relationships with third parties and across the business

  • Track record of thriving in a fast paced highly ambiguous environment

  • Good presentation skills and proficiency in Excel models and Power Point presentations

  • Ability to see the bigger picture, overcome challenges & stay goal focused

  • Commercial development experience within Fuels, Petrochemicals or T&S businesses

  • Good understanding of the integrated energy value chain

  • Understanding of low carbon policy or advocacy

    At bp, we provide an excellent working environment and employee benefits such as an open and inclusive culture, a great work-life balance, tremendous learning and development opportunities to craft your career path, life and health insurance, medical care package and many others.


  • We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

    There are many aspects of our employees' lives that are significant, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, collaboration spaces in a modern office environment, and others benefits.

    Reinvent your career as you help our business meet the challenges of the future.