2026USH Business Development

ExxonMobil • Spring, TX

20d

About The Position

The Business Development Advanced role independently executes complex agreements and leads negotiations to deliver value and manage risk. The position coordinates internal stakeholders, drives external engagement strategies, and supports implementation of business and growth initiatives.

The Business Development Advisor will work in the Upstream Business Development organization to identify, evaluate, and commercialize upstream opportunities internationally. Working with technical teams, external partners, and internal stakeholders, the role helps shape the company’s portfolio through strategic deal-making and commercial impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in international business development and negotiations within the upstream oil and gas sector.
• Demonstrated experience in commercial roles, including deal execution.
• Strong understanding of project economics and risk assessment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively across cultures and geographies.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and influence decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with drafting and negotiating term sheets, contracts, and joint venture agreements.
• Strategic thinking, strong business acumen, and a passion for unlocking new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial negotiations and execute agreements related to upstream ventures, acquisitions, and divestments.
• Collaborate with technical teams to assess and progress the commercial viability of new opportunities.
• Represent the company in joint ventures, partner discussions, and government engagements across international markets.
• Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including NOCs, IOCs, and other industry participants.
• Support strategic portfolio decisions by integrating technical insights with commercial analysis.
• Ensure alignment across internal functions and secure necessary endorsements for new ventures.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and competitive activity to inform strategy and deal execution.

Benefits

• Automatic, no-cost enrollment in a pension plan that provides a monthly retirement annuity.
• Savings plan contributions of 6% to 20% of pay; the company provides a 7% match when an employee contributes at least 6%.
• Workplace flexibility programs, including ad-hoc flexibility around when and where work is performed, leaves of absence, and part-time work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Health and wellbeing programs and resources.
• Confidential professional counseling for employees and their families, including mental health and resiliency resources at no additional cost.
• Automatic, no-cost disability plan providing income replacement for qualifying illness or injury.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level