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Who We Are

We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 15 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.

We strive to make a significant difference in the communities where we live and operate. We create an inclusive environment that values all voices and opinions. Together, the different backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and perspectives of our employees drive our success.

Description

If you are selected as the Economist you will be accountable for the provision of accurate, clear, and concise economic evaluations to the decision-makers within ConocoPhillips. This role will report to the Supervisor of Business Planning, and efficiently integrate into a multi-disciplinary team, be able to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously and work under deadlines. The role is ideal for building upon an existing financial and/or technical background with continued development in strategy and economic evaluations.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Develop, maintain, and run economic models, primarily using Excel
• Act as the economic spokesperson for project teams in meetings with internal peer review teams and managers
• Coordinate with Asset/Finance team to generate LRP/Budget/Outlook forecasts, ensuring all deadlines are met on a timely basis, allowing adequate time for management review
• Will also partner with S&PM team in support of the LRP
• Respond to various inquiries and provide support to local management in decision-making and the understanding of business results and projections
• Generate ad hoc economics as and when requested (Sensitivities, Well economics, etc.)

Qualifications

Basic/Required:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as a permanent resident, refugee or asylee
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Engineering, other related field, or foreign equivalent
• 5+ years of finance experience in the oil and gas industry
• 3+ years of experience using economic modeling skills utilizing tools
• Intermediate understanding of upstream project cash flow construction, economic measures of merits, and other financial metrics
• Intermediate understanding of how key financial and quantitative indicators impact the business
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft O365 applications: Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams and Word

Preferred:

• Master of Business Administration degree or related field or foreign equivalent
• 3+ years of experience with budgeting and long range planning
• 3+ years of experience preparing and delivering presentations to leaders
• 3+ years of experience facilitating multidisciplinary teams in problem resolution sessions
• Familiar with decision and risk analysis processes and methods
• Strong focus on quality control and ability to start and finish tasks independently
• Takes ownership of actions and follows through on commitments by holding others accountable and standing up for what is right
• Delivers positive results through realistic planning to accomplish goals
• Builds effective solutions based on available information and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical
• Listens actively and invites new ideas for exchanged opinions, then influences and acts to drive positive performance and achieve results

To be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of September 13, 2021.

Candidates for this U.S. position must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee or asylee. Individuals with temporary visas such as A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, L, M, NATO, O, P, Q, R or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization in the United States now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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