Upstream & LNG Strategist

Responsibilities

• Advise Corporate and Executive Management on development or enhancement of strategic goals and long-term plans for the Upstream and LNG businesses.
• Guide the crafting of the upstream and LNG sections of the Company's corporate strategy, short-term business plan, and long-term investment plans.
• Collaborate closely with Business Lines and other corporate functions to integrate technical, commercial, and financial perspectives into coherent strategic recommendations.
• Initiate and provide deep analysis of global upstream and LNG market dynamics including supply-demand balances, pricing benchmarks, contract structures, and regulatory developments.
• Lead the strategic assessment of upstream and LNG investment opportunities including greenfield and brownfield developments, commercialization models, and market entry strategies.
• Provide strategic input into M&A screenings and growth initiatives within the LNG portfolio.
• Evaluate capital allocation trade-offs and support investment decision processes with robust financial and strategic analysis.
• Prepare and present high-quality materials to executive leadership forums and senior decision-making committees on Upstream and LNG strategies.
• Build and maintain an expansive network of LNG subject matter experts, specialist consultants, and relevant industrial organizations.
• Operate at the center of strategic decision-making and portfolio development for the Corporate Strategy Department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Financial Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Upstream and LNG within an international oil and gas company, global energy consulting firm, think tank, or financial institution.
• At least 5 years of experience in strategy, corporate planning, or consulting roles with demonstrated executive-level exposure.
• Extensive LNG sector experience including deep knowledge of LNG value chain economics, commercialization structures, global trade flows, and investment trends.
• Business development or project management experience within the LNG sector is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to develop, articulate, and present corporate-level strategy to executive teams.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive executive-level compensation at one of the world's most profitable companies.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
• Housing and transportation allowances.
• Annual leave and international repatriation benefits.
• Education allowance for dependents.
• Retirement and end-of-service gratuity benefits.
• Access to world-class Aramco facilities, recreational amenities, and employee services.
• Exposure to high-impact global energy strategy at the corporate level.

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