Business Analyst

Full time
Business Analyst
United States of America, Texas, Houston 2 days ago

Job category
IT&S
Experience level
Intermediate
Relocation available
This role is not eligible for relocation
Job type
Professionals
Travel required
Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role
Job code
RQ105016
Job Description

About us
Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world-class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company!

Role Synopsis

It’s an exciting time to join bp. Meeting the energy challenge requires diverse approaches and innovative solutions. As part of the Technology Digital Delivery team, you’ll be closely partnering with the Supply, trading and shipping business lines and functions, using digital technology to deliver the products, platforms and services they need to enable seamless connectivity between energy producers, suppliers, markets and customers. You’ll collaborate with like-minded professionals on pivotal initiatives that span continents, and it all starts with you.

This role supports the Gas & Power Trading Americas (GPTA) business specifically. You’ll be an experienced Business Analyst, supporting gas scheduling operations.

What You’ll Do

Your day-to-day will include:
Managing production issues and support requests
Gathering and documenting business requirements
Supporting integration activities and monthly release cycles
Collaborating across internal and external teams to deliver mid-office solutions
Providing support for the Gas Scheduling domain
Engaging with stakeholders to improve systems and user experience

What We’re Looking For

You are:
A Business Analyst with experience supporting Energy, Trading & Risk Management (ETRM) applications
A quick learner who thrives in ambiguity and fast-paced environments
A collaborative team player who builds strong relationships with stakeholders
Passionate about improving user experience and delivering meaningful solutions
Curious by nature and motivated to solve problems with creativity and meticulous attention to detail

Key Accountabilities

Collaborate with multi-functional teams including PMs, Scrum Masters, Developers, and SMEs
Participate in all phases of the development lifecycle
Ensure clear communication with stakeholders
Document and validate business requirements
Document production support training material
Coordinate and perform testing, including UAT
Adhere to release management and change control processes
Monitor and resolve support requests via ServiceNow, meeting SLAs

Key Challenges

Handling multiple concurrent assignments and priorities
Navigating broad stakeholder groups and global coordination
Handling complex interdependencies across programs
Learning business and technical domain and processes

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in technology, business, or related field
3+ years of Business Analyst experience
Understanding of the commodities trade lifecycle and energy trading

Desirable Skills & Experience

3+ years of Energy, Trading & Risk Management (ETRM) experience
Openlink Endur experience (v15 or higher)
Experience with Azure DevOps or equivalent experience
Experience with SQL
Experience with Service Now
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication and partner engagement abilities
Knowledge of Management of Change processes
Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments

Key Attributes

Determined and accountable with strong project ownership
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Thrives in collaborative, agile teams

Why join bp:
At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.
There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!

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.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

Pay

bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

Discretionary bonus

We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and recognition awards, including those related to long service to recognize commitment to the company.

Retirement & savings

We offer a range of discretionary retirement and savings plans to help provide you and your family with financial security.

Insurance benefits

To give you additional peace of mind, bp provides valuable insurance benefits in some countries. These are designed to provide financial assistance to employees and their families if employees become unwell or die in service.

Equity

Depending on your location and job level, there may be equity (stock and share) options you are eligible to join so you can be part of bp’s success.