JOB DESCRIPTION:

bp’s corporate Mergers & Acquisitions team’s anchor role is to provide a center of expertise in executing acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures and asset restructurings within the bp Group, with a value in excess of US$50 million. M&A’s core expertise lies in its advisory and transactional ability.
On the advisory side we have knowledge and experience in analysing assets and/or businesses to establish sources of value, minimising risks and liabilities. On the transactional front our experience and skills are deployed in assessing the market, pricing and bidding, running sell-side auctions, negotiation, and managing transactions to completion. This involves close collaboration with Business Groups and Functions internally and numerous external parties including corporates, investment banks, engineering firms, financial investors and advisors.
We develop a broad corporate development capability through our access to the internal strategic context and an acute awareness of the evolving external market. We work with the Business Organizations to evaluate divestment and acquisition options. We play a pivotal role in helping bp in the delivery of its energy transition plans.
As a Principal in Mergers & Acquisitions, you can expect to be working on several transactions at any one time. Responsible for leading a transaction team, working closely with business managers, legal, functional, and (in certain instances) financial advisors to effectively deliver material transactions for the bp Group within the boundaries set by the bp executive team.
This position provides a unique opportunity for an individual to hone commercial astuteness, negotiating skills, and project management skills. It also provides unparalleled exposure to C-Suite executives and senior leaders across bp. This position is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to be exposed to a broad range of business issues and to test themselves in a high pressure transaction environment.
This role is based in London and is part of bp’s global M&A team.. , Whilst the role will tag into the Head of Gas, Low Carbon M&A, the M&A function works in an agile way, so resources are deployed as needed to meet Group needs. As such, the successful candidate may be deployed to lead transactions across any business segment within the bp Group.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The M&A Principal’s role is end-to-end delivery of a transaction and to manage all resources in a timely manner with all pertinent issues addressed.
The M&A Principal is expected to lead the deal team including all vital supporting functional expertise to deliver transactions in a timely way, securing best value for bp
The M&A Principal is a key member of the negotiating team (typically the lead negotiator) to secure the best deal at maximum value for bp.
The M&A Principal will be involved in transactions which will help shape bp in the delivery of its corporate strategy and will participate in the implementation of the strategy of all its business lines.
Extensive travel could be required but will be dependent on the project portfolio of the M&A Principal and the needs of the business clients.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Degree from an accredited college or university

DEMONSTRATED EXPERIENCE OF INTERFACING WITH EXTERNAL COUNTERPARTIES IN INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTS

Well developed understanding of energy value chains and macroeconomic themes impacting the energy sector

LEADERSHIP SKILLS WITH PROVEN ABILITY TO SET DIRECTION AND CLEAR OBJECTIVES TO LARGE, DISPERSED TEAMS

Ability to build trust and confidence with internal and external stakeholders and handle conflicts professionally.
Proven transaction experience in energy (hydrocarbon, low carbon, mobility, energy retail)

SKILLS:

Acquisitions and divestments, Agreements and negotiations, Contractual risk management, Economic evaluation methodology, Financial Analysis, Financial Modelling, Influencing, Joint Venture Structuring, Stakeholder Engagement

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