Job Description:

The Associate Charterer, Oil Tankers, will be a key member of our multifaceted shipping team. You are responsible for the timely and efficient chartering of oil tankers to support the company's global crude oil and clean product trading and refining operations. You will work closely with traders, schedulers, and operations teams to execute voyages, lead vessel performance, and contribute to market analysis. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and bold individual to build a career in a fast-paced and exciting sector of the energy industry.

Key Accountabilities

• Chartering Execution:
• Execute tanker chartering activities for both crude oil and refined products on a worldwide basis.
• Actively participate in the negotiation of charter party terms, including freight rates, laytime, and other contractual clauses, with shipowners and brokers.
• Prepare and issue fixture recaps and charter party agreements.
• Collaborate with internal partners (traders, schedulers, and refinery teams) to understand shipping requirements and align on chartering strategies.

• Post-Fixture Operations:
• Coordinate with the post-fixture and operations teams to ensure smooth and efficient execution of voyages.
• Supervise vessel performance and address any operational issues that may arise during a voyage.
• Review and approve laytime calculations and freight payments.

• Market Analysis & Reporting:
• Conduct daily market analysis of the global tanker fleet, including freight rates, vessel availability, and market trends.
• Provide regular market intelligence reports to the Head of Chartering and trading teams.
• Maintain and update internal databases with key market information.

• Relationship Management:
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with shipowners, tanker brokers, and other market participants.
• Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner at all times.

• Compliance & Risk Management:
• Ensure all chartering activities are conducted in full compliance with company policies, international regulations, and industry guidelines.
• Identify and report potential risks associated with chartering activities.

Essential Education, Experience and Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Maritime Studies, Economics, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• < 5 years of experience in tanker chartering, shipping operations, or a related role within the oil and gas or shipping industry.
• Experience with clean product and crude oil tankers is a strong advantage.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A keen interest in global energy markets, geopolitics, and shipping.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and a strong team player.

Why join us?

At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees' lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life! These benefits can include flexible working options, paid parental leave policy among others!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Travel Requirement
Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Analytical Thinking, Ancillary cost management, Bunker buyer, Chartering, Coaching, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Customer service delivery excellence, Demurrage, Developing and implementing strategy, Listening, Marine assurance, Marine Operations, Marine systems and processes, Marine technical, Market Knowledge, Mentoring, Negotiating value, Operational Excellence, Partner relationship management, Problem Solving, Sentiment and Trends, Shipping/transport, Trading and scheduling operations {+ 4 more}

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.