Business Analyst - Commodities Trading
Posted 12 hours 2 minutes ago by Project Blackbook LTD
Role: Business Analyst - Commodities Trading, Oil & Gas Company
Consulting Seniority: Consultant - Manager
Day rate: £250-£400/day (Outside IR35)
Project duration: 2-5 months
Location: 3 days on-site in London, 2 days working remotely
We are partnered with a small but mighty strategy and data consultancy. They are continuing to strengthen their data and analytics service line and are seeking freelance support from mid-late July.
They're looking for a highly experienced business analyst who understands the oil & gas trading domain deeply, can communicate across business and tech teams, document requirements precisely, and work efficiently in agile environments. Specialised knowledge in blending, pricing, or regulatory compliance is a plus.
We've a preference for you to apply directly via our website as the consultancy will eventually view your profile in our platform. If you are already in the community, feel free to quickly apply here but no need to re-apply directly.
Tasks- Tasks will be shared with interested applicants upon application. Please review the requirements to get a sense of the likely tasks involved
- An independent consultant
- 10+ years of Business Analysis experience in commodity trading (preferably Oil or/& Gas Trading)
- Solid understanding of physical oil trading workflows, including front, middle, and back-office functions
- Proficient with non-linear gasoline blending, Crude Arbs calculation. Alternatively experience in Compulsory Stock Obligation
- Familiarity with trade lifecycle processes: deal entry, confirmation, scheduling, pricing, risk reporting, P&L, settlement
- Strong analytical and documentation skills: BRD, FRD, process mapping, data dictionaries, use cases
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with ability to engage traders, risk managers, IT, and operations
- Ability to work in fast paced agile environment and lead cross-functional workshops
Consulting levels considered:
- Consultant; Senior Consultant; Manager
We appreciate you making an application and aim to respond to all candidates.
Many thanks,
Blackbook Community Team