Head of Cross-Commodities and Insights Technology

Overview

• Job ID: 500245
• Country: Norway
• Location(s): Oslo, Stavanger, Trondheim, Bergen
• Company: Equinor ASA
• Contact Name: [email protected]

• Workplace: Onshore
• Discipline: Technology Management
• Education Preferred: Bachelor or Master's degree
• Experience Preferred: 5 - 7 Years
• Closing Date: May 27 2024

Job Description
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 Technology, Digital & Innovation you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead the Cross-commodity and Insights unit, setting a strategic direction that aligns with Equinor's vision for navigating the energy transition through efficient trading operations.
• Oversee the integration and optimization of trading tools and analytics across Equinor's three existing units: Gas and Power Solutions, Liquids Solutions, and Future Markets and Renewables.
• Manage the development of advanced pricing tools, risk management strategies, and regulatory reporting mechanisms to support informed and agile trading decisions.
• Collaborate with the enterprise data platform unit to ensure a seamless data infrastructure that underpins robust trading activities.
• Ensure the integrity and management of master data, facilitating accurate and reliable analytics across all commodities.
• Drive the development of innovative pre-trade analytics to enhance trading performance and profitability.
• Foster synergies across Gas and Power Solutions, Liquids Solutions, and Future Markets and Renewables to create a unified and efficient trading operation.
• Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements to maintain Equinor's competitive edge.

As Equinor embarks on its most significant challenge to successfully navigate the energy transition, the role of efficient trading operations becomes increasingly critical. The Cross-commodity and Insights unit within Marketing and Supply Solutions is pivotal in harnessing the power of trading to maximize margins in an era of tighter returns. We are seeking a strategic and innovative leader to drive the Cross-commodity and Insights unit, ensuring that Equinor capitalizes on every trading opportunity available in the evolving energy markets.

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:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or related fields. Advanced degrees or certifications are highly regarded.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in commodity trading, finance, or a closely related field, with a strong emphasis on digital innovation.
• In-depth knowledge of IT management and experience leading digital projects that enhance trading operations.
• Comprehensive understanding of energy markets, trading platforms, and the regulatory landscape.
• Exceptional analytical abilities, capable of synthesizing complex data into strategic insights.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of engaging diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset, with the ability to identify and implement synergistic opportunities across trading units.

General information
Please attach copies of your CV, diplomas, certificates and grades in English or a Scandinavian language.Through this link you can find important information on what to include in your CV, which will make the application process easier and faster.

Applications submitted without necessary attachments will unfortunately not be evaluated.
If you are in the process of completing a degree, please upload an official temporary transcript or other document describing subjects and grades completed to this point.

Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. Candidates will be asked for information on affiliation to high-risk countries for a security assessment. Furthermore, background checks are performed on all final candidates and all permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law.

Why join us?
At Equinor, we care about each other as much as our business. That's why we offer:

- Not just a job; a career. In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows endless opportunities for development and growth within your own field or in other interesting and relevant areas for you.

- Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries, global parental leave, variable pay schemes and a share savings plan.

- Wellness and work-life balance. Our employees' well-being is a priority. We recognise that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That's why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements.

- An inclusive culture. We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for everyone to feel accepted and valued.

For more information visit Equinor's website: https://www.equinor.com/