AFFILIATES MANAGEMENT ADVISOR (To Be Based in Saudi Arabia)

The Affiliates Management Advisor will support a portfolio of downstream joint ventures within the Eastern Region Fuels Department. The role contributes to the management, development and performance improvement of high-value partnerships, helping protect shareholder value and maintain alignment with business strategy. It combines financial oversight, commercial analysis, governance, transaction support and relationship management, with an emphasis on profitability improvement, cost optimisation and value realisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned joint ventures and assess whether their strategies, budgets and operating performance remain aligned with shareholder objectives.
• Represent the business in joint-venture board, shareholder and steering committee forums, preparing analysis and recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Review board resolutions, governance arrangements and affiliate agreements, following up on compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
• Build financial models and scenario analyses for transactions and ongoing evaluations, including capital expenditure, budgets and valuation considerations.
• Identify opportunities for growth, cost optimisation and value capture through commercial benchmarking and review of market performance.
• Support due diligence, business case development, valuation, partner negotiations and drafting of commercial terms for shareholder, offtake, feedstock and service agreements.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Accounting, Economics, Business or Finance and a master’s degree in Business, Finance or Management.
• At least 10 years of experience in downstream oil and gas, including at least five years in commercial strategy, joint-venture management, M&A or new business development.
• Strong portfolio management skills and substantial experience in valuation, financial modelling, due diligence, commercial negotiation and transaction execution.
• A deep understanding of shareholder agreements and governance structures, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and develop junior colleagues.

Skills

Candidates should bring strong financial and commercial judgement, advanced analysis, negotiation and stakeholder management. Familiarity with transaction structures, company valuation, partnership governance and business planning is essential. The role also requires integrity, discretion, clear written communication and the ability to work through complex issues with legal, technical and financial colleagues.

Employment Details

This is a full-time position based in Saudi Arabia within the Eastern Region Fuels organisation. It involves engagement with internal leadership, joint-venture partners and management teams. The exact worksite and schedule will be stated in the offer. The role is suited to an experienced professional who can balance detailed financial analysis with senior-level commercial relationship management.