Head of Analytics

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Head of Analytics to manage market and trade analysis activity supporting global seaborne trading of LNG and Liquids (Crude, LPG, Condensate) based in Singapore.  This is a great opportunity to lead a high performing team at an exciting time in Woodside’s growth story.

This position reports to the SVP Global Trading and Operations and will lead a team of analysts working closely with Trading, Shipping, Operations, Finance and Middle Office teams across our key locations of Singapore, Perth, London, and Houston.

Duties & Responsibilities:

This is a dynamic and fast-paced role, where you will be supporting trading teams with detailed analysis and real-time market information. You will lead the team to deliver best in class analysis support.

On a day to day basis this will include:

• Generate deal economics and determine exposures to support screening of trades (including optionality embedded in commodity transactions and related derivative positions)
• Develop, validate and maintain trade valuation, risk management models
• Verify deal entry into ETRM system, monitor P&L and exposures and communicate to the wider team
• Portfolio Analysis and scenario modelling
• Fundamental Analysis of Physical, Freight, and Derivative markets across commodities
• Create and maintain data models used to support trading decision making
• Work closely with Trading, Operations, Shipping and Middle Office teams to resolve issues and suggest process improvements
• Collate and disseminate market intelligence to trading teams for effective decision making
• Create reporting for internal and external distribution
• Performance manage team members

Skills & Experience:

To be successful in this role you will need to bring the following:

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a quantitative subject such as finance, mathematics, economics
• At least 10 years of working experience in energy industry (European Gas/Power, LNG or Oil background)
• Proven experience managing high performing teams
• Excellent Excel skills, and advanced skills in Python, VBA, R
• Knowledge of ETRM systems, previous experience with Aspect an advantage
• Strong understanding of trade lifecycle for both Physical and Exchange traded markets
• Highly analytical with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-cultural, multi-national team and handle working in a high-pressured environment
• Strong communication skills, and ability to speak additional languages advantageous
• You must be already based in Singapore.

Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on Friday 29th November, 2024. 

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.