Senior Negotiator

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Personal Qualities

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We’re 23,000 colleagues in more than 30 countries delivering oil, gas, wind and solar power to 170 million people worldwide. Taking on tough energy challenges is our job. Right now, we’re facing an enormous task: supplying the world with the energy it needs, while lowering emissions.

We’re up for the challenge. Are you?

The position

By joining our team in Exploration & Production International you will have the opportunity to:

• Advise asset managers and internal stakeholders on commercial and contractual matters
• Be the primary commercial contact for partners and counterparts for offshore assets
• Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams through commercial projects
• Source new investment/divestment opportunities in line with the company strategy
• Coordinate the technical and commercial evaluation of new investment opportunities
• Prepare and present unbiased investment/divestment recommendations to management
• Maintain internal and external stakeholder management
• As a negotiator;
  • Plan and execute negotiations / Draft agreements 
  • Comply with/Describe the applicable laws and regulations
  • Execute commercial risk assessments and gain insight on market perspectives/the competitive landscape
  • Describe the strategic perspectives including corporate effects and portfolio considerations

You

Some qualities are essential for Equinor. You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous and caring, which guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow. You make safety your priority and contribute to our zero-harm culture. For this position, we are also looking for:

• 10+ years; oil and gas/energy experience within the US Gulf of Mexico (GOM) region 
• Bachelors required, Masters preferred, in land, public policy, law, political science, social sciences, or other relevant degree paths.
• JD would be preferable but not required
• Preferred experience with negotiating offshore purchasing and sales agreements / Joint operating or bidding agreements
• Stakeholder engagement experience with regulatory authorities preferred
• Team player – strong networking and collaboration skills
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, writing and analytical skills

General information

Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. All permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law. Furthermore, background checks are performed on all final candidates.