Sr. Compliance Analyst

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Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Motiva refines, distributes and markets petroleum products throughout the Americas. The company’s Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex in Port Arthur, TX, is comprised of North America’s largest refinery with a total throughput of 720,000 barrels per day, the largest base oil plant in the western hemisphere, and an integrated chemical plant. Under exclusive long-term brand licenses with Shell and Phillips 66 (for the 76® brand), Motiva’s commercial operations supply more than 12 billion gallons of fuel to customers annually. Motiva is wholly owned by Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies.

Position Overview:

The Compliance Analyst role is a key contributor to Motiva’s Compliance Program, supporting regulatory integrity and operational transparency. Reporting to the Manager Regulatory Compliance, the analyst will lead and support compliance reporting, policy development, transaction monitoring, and regulatory filings. The position also plays a critical role in maintaining Delegation of Authority (DOA) controls and supporting Know Your Counterparty (KYC) processes.

Responsibilities:

This role is responsible for ensuring the results of their analysis are communicated clearly, accurately and on a timely basis to Risk, Finance and Management.

- Draft, revise, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, manuals, and forms.

- Submit timely reports to regulatory agencies (e.g., FERC EQR, FERC 552).

- Monitor and enforce compliance controls including DOA, Trader Checkout, and Trader Behavior.

- Review transactional records and exception reports to identify potential misconduct.

- Maintain and update the Transactional DOA, ensuring proper approvals are documented.

- Build strong relationships across Front and Back Office teams.

- Respond to ad-hoc compliance queries and support internal audits.

- Review findings and escalate issues as needed.

- Maintain KYC documentation, KPIs, and Dow Jones continuous monitoring.

- Provide backup coverage for KYC analysts.

- Support the implementation of annual compliance education programs.

Experience and Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

- 5+ years in compliance, trading support, or risk control.

- Familiarity with physical/financial energy markets (Crude Oil, Refined Products, Chemicals).

- Understanding of trading instruments (futures, swaps, ) and risk concepts.

- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and PowerBI.

- Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.

- High ethical standards and sound judgment under pressure.

Preferred Education and Experience

- Experience in oil & gas, energy, or other regulated industries.

- Exposure to compliance risk assessments and internal audits.

- Familiarity with compliance management systems or data analytics tools.

- Ability to interpret regulatory frameworks and translate them into actionable policies.

- Experience supporting cross-functional teams (Legal, HR, Finance, Operations).

- Knowledge of continuous monitoring tools and KYC platforms.

We reserve the right to amend or withdraw Motiva jobs at any time, including prior to the closing date. Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or grade.

Applicants for regular U.S. positions must be authorized to work in the United States for Motiva Enterprises LLC without the need for sponsorship of an immigration authorization or visa (for example, TN, H-1B, or other employment-based immigration authorization or visa).

Motiva participates in E-Verify.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.