SENIOR CRUDE OIL OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Senior Crude Operations Specialist - London, UK

Job reference #: 33724
Contract type: Permanent
Language requirements: Fluent level of English

Overview

At Eni, we are looking for a Senior Crude Operations Specialist within En i Trade & Biofuels (ETB) in London. The role will work closely with traders, analysts and other operators within the crude team, as well as with a range of functions including Oil & Freight Traders, Shipping Operations, Scheduling, Credit, Middle Office, Back‑Office, Insurance, Legal, Finance and Contracts. Flexibility is required to share knowledge with the operations team and to provide cover for other assignments. The position offers exposure to the full commodity trading lifecycle, particularly in the growing biofuels market.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the day‑to‑day trading operations activities for the pertaining commodities, aiming to ensure operational performance efficiency.
• Oversee voyage orders, pro‑forma invoices, documentary instructions, vessel nominations, Letters of Credit, Provisional and Final cargo insurance, Narrowing/Nomination of dates/quantities, vessel clearance, etc.
• Support the demurrage and costs management team for ancillary costs such as demurrage, freight differentials, deviation costs, dead‑freight and assist with their resolutions.
• Manage and optimise the physical operations of the North Sea trading portfolio, including equity, third‑party and traded cargoes.
• Manage and optimise the operational and contractual aspects of the BFOETM paper/chain activities.
• Act as the focal point for all communication with terminals regarding nominations of loading programmes, etc.
• Manage relationships and communication with terminals and Eni departments to ensure the efficiency of operations activities.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with internal Eni stakeholders and external stakeholders such as terminals, inspection companies and other counterparties.
• Identify the cause of any operational problems and ensure resolution through coordination with all affected stakeholders, mitigating costs and consequences for the Group.

Skills And Experience Required

• Strong academic credentials within a numeracy‑oriented discipline.
• Understanding of the oil‑trading lifecycle, in particular crude and oil products.
• Understanding of trading and shipping operations activities (e.g., cargo, time charters, voyage charters, ships, quality and quantity controls).
• Knowledge of cargo documentation, B/I, inspections, L/C, voyage orders and customs would be beneficial.
• Strong motivation, dedication and results‑oriented approach to work.
• High attention to detail, organised, structured and logical.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships both internally and externally.
• Ability to work at fast‑pace in a dynamic trading environment with time‑sensitive, business‑critical activities requiring 24/7 responsiveness.
• Strong teamwork skills; experience working in an international organisation would be advantageous.
• Positive attitude and a proactive, results‑oriented approach, with strong organisational skills.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Italian would be an advantage.

Benefits

• Impactful Work: Join a team that plays a crucial role in Eni’s Net Zero 2050 strategy, benefiting from Eni’s strong trading position and global integration.
• Collaborative Culture: Experience a truly multicultural, supportive, and dynamic work environment.
• Career Growth: Rapid learning opportunities with potential for movement across teams and international roles.
• Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, well‑being and flexible working options.