Job title: Business Development Advisor
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Job reference #: 33676
Contract type: Fixed-Term Contract
Language requirements: English
At Eni, we are looking for a Business Development Advisor within Ieoc Production BV in Ciro, Egypt. You will be responsible for supporting negotiations of new business opportunities in upstream oil & gas ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and commercial objectives and contribute to exploration farm-ins/farm-outs, mergers & acquisitions, and partnership deals safeguarding compliance with regulatory frameworks and maximizing value for stakeholders
About lEOC Production B.V.
Eni has been a key player in Egypt’s energy sector since 1953, operating through its subsidiary, the International Egyptian Oil Company (IEOC). With more than 70 years of experience, Eni has made significant contributions to the exploration and production of oil and gas in some of Egypt’s most strategic areas, including the Western Desert, Nile Delta, Mediterranean Sea, Gulf of Suez and Red Sea. These operations are carried out in partnership with the Egyptian General Petroleum Corporation (EGPC) through joint ventures that promote effective and responsible resource management. Over the decades, Eni’s activities in Egypt have led to numerous landmark achievements, driving major energy projects that have supported the country’s economic growth. These successes reflect our broader commitment to advancing the energy transition through innovation, sustainability, and responsible development. We continue to invest in cutting-edge technologies and projects that meet national energy needs while contributing to global environmental goals. At IEOC, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where talent is recognized, continuous learning is encouraged and career growth is supported. Joining IEOC means becoming part of a forward-looking organization focused on long-term value, innovation and meaningful impact, both in Egypt and beyond.
Main responsibilities:
• Support negotiations of new business opportunities in upstream oil & gas
• Contribute to exploration farm-ins/farm-outs, mergers & acquisitions, and partnership deals
• Assist in renewals and extensions of petroleum contracts
• Provide analytical and legal-commercial support for strategic projects
Skills and experience required:
• Some previous professional experience
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Economics, International Private Law, or Engineering from a top international university
• Native-level fluency in both English and Arabic; Italian is a plus
• International academic or professional exposure; prior experience in the energy sector is an advantage
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Solid commercial acumen with a results-driven mindset
• Familiarity with legal English and Arabic for contract negotiations
• Analytical thinking and ability to work in multicultural environments
What we offer:
• Personal medical coverage plus family (with coverage ceiling according to IEOC policy)
• Collective bonus according to handbook
• Transportation allowance
How to apply:
• Applications are only accepted through our online application system.
• Please upload your CV in English.
About Eni
Eni is a global energy company operating in 61 Countries, with over 30,000 employees. Originally an oil & gas company, it has evolved into an integrated energy company, playing a key role in ensuring energy security and leading the energy transition. Eni's goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 through the decarbonization of its processes and of the products it sells to its customers. In line with this goal, Eni invests in the research and development of technologies that can accelerate the transition to increasingly sustainable energy. Renewable energy sources, bio-refining, carbon capture and storage are only some examples of Eni's areas of activity and research. In addition, the company is exploring game-changing technologies such as fusion energy – a technology based on the physical processes that power stars and that could generate safe, virtually limitless energy with zero emissions.
Working at Eni
At Eni we believe in enterprising people, capable of making a difference and making their contribution with passion and innovation, to respond to the global challenges of the energy transition. For us, the skills and attitudes of each individual, continuous training, and diversity and inclusion are fundamental. We promote flexible ways of working with particular attention to well-being, welfare and work life-balance.
Eni will evaluate applications considering plurality and diversity as sources of enrichment. If your application is assessed to be among those most in line with the required profile, you will be contacted to continue the selection process.
Whatever your ambition, at Eni you can find the tools to make it happen.
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Skills Required
- Some previous professional experience
- Master's degree or equivalent in Economics, International Private Law, or Engineering from a top international university
- Native-level fluency in English and Arabic
- International academic or professional exposure
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Solid commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset
- Familiarity with legal English and Arabic for contract negotiations
- Analytical thinking and ability to work in multicultural environments
- Italian language skills
- Prior experience in the energy sector
What We Do
Eni is a global integrated energy company that develops and delivers energy solutions for individuals and businesses. It supports a just energy transition, with a focus on preserving the planet and enabling efficient, sustainable access to energy. Its operations are grounded in innovation, technical capabilities, responsibility, integrity, and transparency across markets, customers, and communities worldwide.
