Market Strategist, Gas & Power

Full time

Market Strategist, Gas & Power

United States of America, Texas, Houston 1 day ago

Job category

Supply & Trading

Experience level

Senior

Relocation available

Relocation may be negotiable for this role

Job type

Professionals

Travel required

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Job code

RQ098677

Job Description

About us

Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world-class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company!

About the role

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially driven Market Strategist to join our dynamic Gas & Power Trading team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for translating data into actionable insights that directly influence trading strategies across North American natural gas hubs.

This is a high-impact position ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, has a deep understanding of U.S. natural gas fundamentals, and is passionate about energy markets.

Duties and Responsibilities

Monitor and forecast U.S. natural gas supply/demand balances, storage trends, pipeline flows, and regional price dynamics.

Collaborate with the Fundamentals Modeling & Innovation team to develop and maintain models/visuals for short- and long-term market outlooks.

Track regulatory, weather, and infrastructure developments that impact market behavior.

Deliver timely, data-backed insights to the trading and origination teams in support of commercial decisions.

Present findings to senior leadership and contribute to strategy discussions.

Essential Experience and Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Science, Finance, Mathematics, Economics or related field. Equivalent experience also considered.

Strong grasp of U.S. natural gas market fundamentals (e.g., Henry Hub, regional basis markets, LNG exports, pipeline constraints).

Proficiency in data tools such as Python, SQL, Excel, and visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

Strong mathematical, statistical and modeling skills

Excellent communication skills—able to distill complex data into clear, actionable insight

Desirable Experience & Skills

Relevant experience working as a Market Analyst or economist.

Strong analytical thinker able to organize large amounts of information in systematic ways and identify key issues and their implications.

Strong track record of analytical skills and insights

Ability to transcend details to see patterns and the “big picture.”

Previous experience modelling North American regional gas markets a plus

Why join bp

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, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!

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.

Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

Pay

bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

Discretionary bonus

We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and recognition awards, including those related to long service to recognize commitment to the company.

Retirement & savings

We offer a range of discretionary retirement and savings plans to help provide you and your family with financial security.

Insurance benefits

To give you additional peace of mind, bp provides valuable insurance benefits in some countries. These are designed to provide financial assistance to employees and their families if employees become unwell or die in service.

Equity

Depending on your location and job level, there may be equity (stock and share) options you are eligible to join so you can be part of bp’s success.