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For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.\nAbout the role\nThe trading teams in ST&S RPTE are one of three regional Performance Units in ST&S and are primarily responsible for marketing BP’s Exploration production throughout the region, sourcing crude for our refineries, trading on behalf of our associates and for supporting our refinery assets in order to improve commercial performance. Operations are a vital part of Supply and Trading. In RPTE this covers physical and refinery coordination elements of operations across a large geographical region and deals with a wide variety of cultures and rigors. The Operations team comprises of sub teams namely Trading Operations, Voyage Operations, Cargo Assurance, Doc. Admin, Inventory Analysts and Shipping Coordination. Operations have a key role to play in ensuring that the front to back process runs smoothly, technical expertise is provided, and that valuable data and information is collected, entered and forwarded in a timely manner in order to provide full support to others dependent on such information in order to maintain an efficient and compliant process. The team manages the logistics of a deal to BP’s best commercial advantage whilst ensuring that all contractual and Group assurance obligations are met.\nAs member of the Operations Extended Leadership team, the Trading Operations Tech Leader is responsible for the smooth, compliant and flawless running of their trading operations team. Managing crucial front office, functional and cross regional relationships.\nIn this role You will\nBuilding the technical and operational capability of the operators on your bench including the training of new joiners, fostering of learning and encouraging the sharing of knowledge.\nSupporting in the delivery of the day-to-day operations as required by the individual bench, and thus supporting the bench strategy.\nProviding out of hours’ coverage as required by the individual bench.\nSupporting operators in sophisticated operational scenarios, encouraging people to speak up when vital, and sharing takeaways with the wider operations community for future learning.\nSupporting crossbench training and capability upskilling as part of the Tech Lead community.\nOwnership operational input for bench related new business activity (to include NAI’s), through regular engagement with both the front office and the functions.\nCollaborate with support functions as required for operations i.e. Tax, Commodity Risk, Credit.\nOrganising and running of weekly technical meetings including delivery of key messages to the bench.\nRoot cause analysis-based incident reporting and risk management where required for operations on your bench.\nSupporting the delivery of the trading strategy through technical input to maximise value.\nWorking with the operations Team Leader on your bench to develop and embed 'our beliefs’ within the team.\nSupporting and where required lead in continuous improvement initiatives and projects across operations.\nLead on ensuring strict Trading Operations adherence to the ST&S and RPTE Risk Management Report and the associated Trading Operations Risk Register, with a keen focus on ensuring key purple risks barriers are maintained through adherence to Group, ST&S and RPTE Trading Operations policies and procedures and self-verification of these barriers.\nLead in the reporting of Key ops Metrics & Key Performance Indicators through the Ops Performance Management app to support and ensure Trading Operations are performing against our Operations Framework and specific strategic goals\nWhat You will need to be successful\nStrong skill in oil trading operations (cargo and / or barges). Able to demonstrate a proven experience in operational experience\nUnderstand risk, compliance, HSSE and Shipping requirements relating to operations\nConsistent track record of delivering commercial value\nStrong leadership and communication skills including ability to empower a team\nStrong teammate\nStrong negotiation skills (formulating and implementing strategy)\nAbility to achieve operation and business goals through influencing, systematic planning and effective management of available resources\nAttention to operational detail\nAbility to find innovative solution to problems\nProven track record of relationship building in front office environment and with external counterparties\nWillingness to speak up\nHaving a strategic attitude as well as understanding / managing risks and implications of the business / people decisions.\nIdentifying key issues in a sophisticated situation, adapting quickly using the resources available to lead the Operations team and relating partners through changes effectively\nDemonstrated ability to identify and inspire change and simplification within a team.\nVoyage Operations knowledge\nWhy Join us:\nAt bp, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can grow and develop your career. We provide flexible ways of working, competitive benefits, and opportunities to learn within a global organisation. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. We understand that people have different priorities and responsibilities, which is why we offer a range of benefits and flexible options to help you balance work and life effectively.\nJoin us in shaping the future and take the next step in your career with bp. Apply now.\nTravel Requirement\nNo travel is expected with this roleRelocation Assistance:\nThis role is not eligible for relocationRemote Type:\nThis position is a hybrid of office/remote workingSkills:\nAncillary cost management, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Competitor intelligence, Customer service delivery excellence, Demurrage, Developing and implementing strategy, Influencing, Inventory Management, Listening, Marine assurance, Mentoring, Negotiating, Problem Solving, Sentiment and Trends, Shipping/transport, Supply chain management, Trade discipline and compliance, Trading and scheduling operations, Trading Fundamentals, Trading knowledge, Troubleshooting, Voyage operations.\n\n Legal Disclaimer:\nWe 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. Individualswith an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodationrelated 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/accommodationrelated to the recruitment process, please contact us.\nIf you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. 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