Origination Manager, LNG in London

Equinor is a global energy company with a growing international LNG portfolio. The LNG Origination team is part of an integrated global LNG organisation across trading, shipping, operations, risk and analytics. We originate, negotiate and mature new LNG opportunities that increase scale, enhance flexibility, and strengthen the performance and long-term strategic positioning of Equinor’s global LNG portfolio.

We are strengthening our London-based Origination team with an experienced commercial professional who will be part of the team responsible for originating, evaluating and executing new LNG opportunities globally. The role involves driving origination activities through a structured process, contributing to strategy and portfolio development, and ensuring alignment with the wider LNG team, internal governance and decision-making forums.

Responsibilities

• Identify, originate and mature new LNG opportunities globally, like e.g. FOB sourcing, DES sales, swaps and value chain positions, in collaboration with relevant units.
• Lead or co-lead origination from deal identification through MSPA qualification, term sheet and/or SPA negotiations, and operational handover.
• Work closely with relevant units such as trading, shipping, operations, risk and legal to shape strategic, commercially and operationally sound solutions.
• Conduct and support commercial analysis to evaluate value, risk, optionality and fit with Equinor’s LNG strategy.
• Prepare clear, well-structured material for internal governance processes, including senior management reviews and approvals.
• Contribute to, and occasionally lead, strategy development, market insight and long-term positioning across the global LNG book.
• Ensure transparent documentation, structured communication and full compliance throughout the origination value chain.
• Represent Equinor in external commercial engagements and negotiations with global LNG counterparties.

Qualifications

Here’s what we expect from you: At Equinor, there are some overall qualities we regard as essential. We want you to identify with the values that guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow: open, collaborative, courageous and caring. We expect you to make safety your priority and to contribute to our zero-harm culture. And for this specific position, we are also looking for:

• Proven track record in originating and executing deals.
• A well-developed external network in the LNG industry.
• Deep understanding of the LNG industry and market, including volatility, cyclicality and regional dynamics.
• Deep understanding of LNG deal and portfolio value drivers, including pricing exposure, flexibility and optionality, and how contractual structures translate into portfolio risk and value.
• Self-motivated and resilient, with a collaborative and results-driven approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to live by Equinor’s values and the “I am safety” expectations.
• Fluency in written and oral English is required. Fluency in other languages is an advantage, but not a requirement.

What can we offer you?

We want you to have a rewarding and fulfilling work life. 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 a wide range of opportunities for development and growth within your own field, or even in other areas you find interesting and relevant.
• Attractive rewards. We give you a comprehensive benefits package with a competitive salary, global parental leave, bonus scheme and pension plan.
• Wellness and work-life balance. We care about and prioritise our employees’ well-being. We know 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 wherever possible.
• 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 you and everyone else to feel accepted and valued.
• Equal opportunities for everyone. Equinor is an equal-opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion.