Job Family Group:
Strategic Planning & Business Development Group
Job Description:
Role
Synopsis
As a Strategy Advisor in bp’s Corporate Strategy team, you will be responsible for facilitating and developing the next generation of bp’s corporate and business strategies and policies. This is a highly
integrated
role,
requiring
experience
and
knowledge
of
the
energy
sector,
alongside
the
ability
to
build
strong
stakeholder
relationships
across
bp
and
with
external
parties.
You will support bp in addressing complex strategic challenges, identifying opportunities for growth, and shaping the future direction of the business.
As
a
member
of
the
Corporate
Strategy
team,
you
will
demonstrate
bp’s
"Who
We
Are"
principles
by
living
our
purpose,
playing
to
win,
and
caring
for
others.
Key
Accountabilities
Strategy
Development
and
Innovation
Solve
complex
business
challenges
through
a
hypothesis-led
approach
to
strategy
and
policy
development.
Develop
strategic
plans,
recommendations,
and
execution
roadmaps
aligned
with
bp’s
strategic
objectives.
Evaluate
strategic
options
and
support
the
development
of
corporate
and
business
strategies.
Project
Leadership
Lead
and
handle
the
day-to-day
delivery
of
strategy
and
policy
projects.
Facilitate
work
planning
sessions,
stand-ups,
and
project
reviews.
Track
project
performance
against
plans,
timelines,
and
deliverables,
finding opportunities
for
improvement
and
mitigating
risks.
Stakeholder
Relationship
Management
Act
as
a
primary
point
of
contact
for
business
and
integrating
function
partners
throughout
the
lifecycle
of
strategic
projects.
Build
and
maintain
trusted
relationships
across
a
diverse
stakeholder
network.
Ensure
stakeholder
needs
are
understood
and
translated
into
effective
strategic
solutions.
Strategy
Communication
Develop,
prepare,
and
present
high-quality
strategy
materials,
reports,
briefings,
and
recommendations.
Communicate strategic insights
and
solutions
to
a
broad
range
of
audiences,
including
bp
businesses,
integrating
functions,
and
bp
Leadership
Team
members.
Facilitate
discussions
and
workshops
to
drive
alignment
and
decision-making.
Strategic
Origination
Stay
informed
of
industry
developments,
emerging
trends,
competitor
activities,
and
market
movements.
Identify
new
strategic
business
opportunities
aligned
to
bp’s
strategic
direction.
Bring
external
perspectives
and
innovative
thinking
into
strategic
discussions.
Development
and
Coaching
Support
the
development
of
team
capabilities
through
coaching
and
mentoring
junior
colleagues.
Provide
quality
assurance
and
constructive
feedback
on
strategic
analyses,
presentations,
and
project
outputs.
Promote
collaboration,
continuous
improvement,
and
knowledge
sharing
across
the
team.
Thought
Leadership
Contribute
to
bp’s
intellectual
capital
through
the
sharing
of
knowledge,
insights,
and
best
practices.
Help
develop
and
enhance
strategic
methodologies,
frameworks,
and
tools
used
across
the
Corporate
Strategy
team.
Values
and
Compliance
Align
with
bp’s
Code
of
Conduct
and
demonstrate
leadership
through
bp’s
"Who
We
Are"
behaviours.
Essential
Experience
Demonstrable
interest
in
the
opportunities
and
challenges
facing
a
global
energy
sector
in
transition.
Strong
financial
competence,
including
the
ability
to
understand,
analyse,
and
communicate
project
and
business
financial
metrics,
and
develop
commercial
models.
Multiple years
of
experience
within
the
energy
sector,
a credible
professional
services
firm,
or
a
role
demonstrating
highly
transferable
cross-industry
capabilities.
Consistent track record
of
leading
projects
and
project
teams,
including
initiating
and
developing
projects,
mobilising
teams,
coordinating
timelines
and
deliverables,
and
motivating
team
members.
Strong problem-solving
and
critical thinking
skills,
with
demonstrated
success
in
developing
strategies
that
drive
meaningful
business
improvements
and
align
with
organisational
objectives.
Excellent
partner
management
skills
with
experience
building
and
maintaining
strong
relationships
and
delivering
high-quality
solutions.
Strong
communication,
presentation,
and
facilitation
skills,
including
experience
leading
workshops
and
engaging
with
senior
stakeholders.
Bachelor's
degree,
or
equivalent
experience,
in
business,
economics,
engineering,
science,
or
another
relevant
rigor.
Desirable
Experience
Experience
in
consulting,
corporate
strategy,
or
business
strategy
within
a
relevant
sector.
Broad
understanding
of
industry
trends,
market
dynamics,
and
the
challenges
facing
organisations
operating
in
a
rapidly
evolving
environment.
Why
Join
Us?
At bp, we support our people to grow in a diverse and dynamic environment where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are encouraged. You will have the opportunity to contribute to some of the most important
strategic
decisions
facing
a
global
energy
company
as
it
navigates
the
opportunities
and
challenges
of
the
energy
transition.
We offer flexible working arrangements, competitive rewards, generous parental leave, and excellent retirement benefits, helping our people balance their careers with what matters most to them. We are committed to
creating
an
inclusive
workplace
and
ensuring
equal
opportunities
for
all.
Reasonable
accommodations
are
available
throughout
the
recruitment
process
and
employment
lifecycle
for
individuals
with
disabilities!
Travel Requirement:
Negligible travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Acquisitions and divestments, Acquisitions and divestments, Agreements and negotiations, Analytics, Commercial Acumen, Commercial Business Development, Communication, Contractual risk management, Data visualization and interpretation, Deal structuring, Decision Making, Developing and implementing strategy, Economic evaluation methodology, Economic modelling, Financial Analysis, Financial Modelling, Influencing, Investment appraisal, Joint Venture Structuring, Long Term Planning, Managing change, Market Analysis, Project and programme management, Risk Management, Sector, market, customer and competitor understanding {+ 2 more}
.
Future Location Notice: This role will start in St James' Square, London. bp has announced a planned office move to Timber Square, London, with all positions currently advertised in St James' Square, including this one, expected to relocate around Q4 2027-Q1 2028. This presents an exciting opportunity for all employees and leaders to come together in one London location. The specific date of the move will be confirmed closer to the time.
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related 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/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please
contact us
.
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