Senior Specialist - Upstream Economic Analysis and Investment Evaluation

Role:
Senior Specialist
- Upstream Economic Analysis and Investment Evaluation

- Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Industry: Oil and Energy
- Function:
Financial Analysis-Research-Reporting

- Experience:

Minimum 10 years
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On-site

ADNOC Group is seeking an experienced Senior Specialist in Upstream Economic Analysis and Investment Evaluation to provide economic assessments supporting upstream investment decisions, capital projects and business development activities. Based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, the role focuses on evaluating oil and gas concessions, mergers and acquisitions, farm-in and farm-out transactions, and other investment opportunities. The position supports portfolio optimization, capital allocation and the development of economic recommendations that maximize value for ADNOC and Government interests.

The Senior Specialist will develop and review financial models, conduct investment appraisals, assess fiscal arrangements and prepare business cases for senior management and investment decision-making committees. The role requires close coordination with Upstream Investment, Finance, Legal, Group Companies, international shareholders and external consultants.

Country:
United Arab Emirates
- City:
Abu Dhabi
- Industry: Oil and Energy
- Function:
Financial Analysis-Research-Reporting
- Salary:
Not disclosed
- Gender: No Preference
- Candidate Nationality:
Not specified
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On-site

• Upstream Economic Evaluation
  - Conduct detailed economic evaluations of upstream oil and gas investment opportunities, including concessions, capital projects, mergers and acquisitions, and farm-in and farm-out transactions.
• Assess proposed investments against corporate strategic objectives and expected economic value.
• Evaluate the financial and economic implications of upstream development and business expansion opportunities.
• Develop recommendations that support value maximization and capital efficiency.
• Apply appropriate economic evaluation methodologies to assess investment alternatives.
• Provide analytical support for upstream investment decisions and corporate transactions.
• Ensure economic assessments reflect relevant project assumptions, commercial considerations and investment requirements.

• Develop, maintain and review detailed economic and financial models for proposed upstream investments.
• Prepare financial forecasts and sensitivity analyses to evaluate investment performance under different assumptions.
• Analyze project economics and investment outcomes to identify key value drivers and potential risks.
• Apply appropriate investment appraisal techniques to assess financial and economic viability.
• Review economic model assumptions and calculations to support accuracy and consistency.
• Present modelling results and investment findings in a clear format for management review.
• Use advanced spreadsheet analysis and relevant economic modelling tools to support investment evaluations.

• Support the development and periodic review of ADNOC 's Upstream Investment Strategy.
• Provide data-driven insights and economic recommendations to the Vice President and senior management.
• Evaluate investment opportunities in the context of corporate priorities and upstream business objectives.
• Contribute economic analysis to strategic investment planning and business development initiatives.
• Monitor relevant investment considerations and provide recommendations that support long-term value creation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain alignment between investment analysis and corporate strategy.