Exxon Mobil Nigeria Vacancy : Commercial Advisor / Commercial Lead

Exxon Mobil Nigeria - Mobil Producing Nigeria Limited (MPN) is a subsidiary of Exxon Mobil Corporation recruits for Commercial Advisor / Commercial Lead. We are one of the largest oil producers in Nigeria. We are recruiting a Commercial advisor/Commercial Lead (commensurate on experience) with the highest standards of integrity, ability to build strong working relationships and effectively interact in a multi-cultural environment. Job Title: Commercial Advisor / Commercial Lead The role Reporting to the GM Manager, the successful candidate will support and deliver on MPN's commercial objectives by planning, developing, drafting, executing and administering commercial agreements as well as employing subject matter expertise to effectively influence outcomes that support the company's hydrocarbon development and production activities in Nigeria. This position involves direct interfacing with other International Oil Companies, Government agencies as well as extensive coordination with internal functional groups such as Law, Tax and Controllers. Other responsibilities include:     Provide commercial support and assistance for opportunities and projects in which an ExxonMobil (EM) Affiliate holds working interest     Identify and develop the commercial framework, forms of agreements and strategy required to achieve business objectives     Perform lead negotiator function acting on behalf of EM for various forms of commercial agreements     Develop, review, and obtain internal functional endorsement of commercial agreements.     Represent EM views key stakeholders on non-contract issues such as legislation development, and adherence to local Laws     Term Sheet development and distribution of agreements for functional and partner comment and incorporation of such comments into the respective agreements     Preparation of presentation packages to management with respect to commercial arrangements to obtain senior management endorsement of negotiating terms, strategic alignment and any EM non-standard agreement terms and conditions     Active involvement in industry forums such as the Oil Producers Trade Sector     Undertake document management and record retention duties for all commercial agreements     Mentoring and skill development activities The Candidate     The ideal candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:     A Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of second class upper division (2.1) in Business Administration, Engineering or Law     A Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA)     10 - 15 years relevant commercial experience     Relevant experience in the Oil and Gas industry or multinational is desirable In addition, the successful candidate is required to have the following attributes:     Expert in contacting/development of commercial agreements     Expert negotiation and influencing skills     Strong economic evaluation and fiscal analysis skills     Proven business evaluation and strategic planning skills     Proven mentoring and personnel development skills     Excellent interpersonal skills     Effective team player.     Stronger management/leadership skills     Ability to build/maintain effective relationships     Proven sound commercial judgment Remuneration: This position offers a competitive compensation and benefit package commensurate with what is obtainable in the upstream oil & gas industry. Application Deadline 16th February, 2012 Method of Application If you meet the requirements listed for this position, please place your online at: Log on to: www.exxonmobil.com/careers/nigeria Click on "Search Openings" In the "Keyword search box, enter 13817BR" Click "Search".