Senior Analyst Contracts

Job Overview Join our dynamic Refining and Products Trading Contracts team who manage the drafting, review and negotiation of contract documentation relating to all physical oil trades. In this role you will leverage your technical expertise in the provision of advice to the business to support new and existing trading operations, as well as the negotiation of bespoke terms, tenders and general terms and conditions. Key Responsibilities Accurate and timely preparation of all contracts for third party physical trades that ensures minimum overall exposure for bp ST&S. Identification and timely resolution of any deal entry discrepancies ensuring accuracy between recaps, contracts and our trade capture system. Prompt review of third party tenders and drafting of bids as necessary. Review of third party general terms and conditions and negotiating mutually acceptable amendments. Provide paralegal support and advice to the ST&S business, both in respect of pre-trade information and the resolution of disputes arising in the operation or completion of the trade. Understand compliance issues and critical controls affecting relevant trades, identifying and calling out potential breaches. Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with front office and partners by delivering insightful pre-deal and post-deal guidance. Develop a robust understanding of the deal cycle and how Contracts collaborate with other teams and systems. Accountable for the identification and escalation of any issues, risks, concerns, control or process gaps through to resolution. Ensure these are shared as appropriate globally, to mitigate against further issues. Foster a control mindset implementing processes and risk‑management practices, in accordance with policies, that enable the business to operate safely and effectively. Delivery against Key Performance Indicators whilst maintaining silent running. Qualifications and Experience Previous experience drafting contracts and reviewing tenders to a deadline, interpreting and negotiating contractual terms. Experience in a legal, trading environment or in supporting trading in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. Familiarity with Incoterms shipping terms preferable. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with an ability to adapt style to suit different audiences. Detail oriented with an ability to identify, analyse and tackle problems, and proactive in preventing recurrent issues. Ability to provide training and presentations on contracts subject matter. Ability to drive operational excellence through improving processes and adapting to changing situations. Strong teammate with the ability to collaborate effectively, support colleagues and contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment that enhances overall team performance. Benefits At bp we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. Our benefits portfolio includes flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy and excellent retirement benefits, among others. Individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Compensation Base salary: $93,300 – $173,300 (genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting). Paid vacation: 120 – 240 hours per year for full‑time employees (60 – 240 hours per year for part‑time employees). Paid holidays: 9 holidays per year plus 2 personal choice holidays. Parental leave: up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child. Discretionary annual bonus program, long‑term incentive program and generous retirement benefits that include a 401(k) matching program. Potential pension for eligible employees. Health, vision and dental insurance, life, short‑term disability and long‑term disability coverage. Travel & Location Up to 10% travel expected with this role. This position is a hybrid of office/remote working. This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. EEO Statement We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics such as race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Accommodations Please contact us to request reasonable accommodation related to the recruitment process, the job application, assessments or interviews. Legal Disclaimer We are an equal‑opportunity employer. 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